Pharos Journal of Theology
July 30, 2026
Saltanat Alimkulova, Nurlan Kairbekov, Zaure Malgarayeva
This study examines the doctrinal and metaphysical role of Sufism in shaping religious consciousness in Central Asia, with particular attention to its Qur’anic, prophetic, and regional textual foundations. The research is based on a qualitative analysis of a purposively selected corpus of 13 sacred, theological, and Sufi sources, including Qur’anic translations, hadith collections, and major...
Pharos Journal of Theology
July 17, 2026
Emi Triani, Edy Suprayetno
The present study investigates Mohammad Iqbal’s articulation of panentheism by articulating its reciprocal relations among the Divine, the human ego, and the condition of freedom. A hermeneutical, qualitative methodology is employed to reconstruct the locus of Iqbal’s vision by concentrating upon his magnum opus, The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam, and supplementing this with...
Pharos Journal of Theology
July 17, 2026
M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti, M. Azfa Nashirul Hikam, M. Ikram Idris et al.
This article examines the epistemological limitations of modern religious pluralism in comparative theology and proposes perennial philosophy as a metaphysical alternative. While pluralism has contributed to reducing interreligious conflict through ethical convergence and epistemic egalitarianism, it often suspends ontological questions concerning the nature of ultimate reality. This study...
Pharos Journal of Theology
July 3, 2026
You-Seok Lim, Soo-Young Jeong, Moo-Jin Jeong et al.
The study revealed theoretical and practical aspects of the influence of religious and psychological concepts of S. Freud, C.G. Jung, and V.E. Frankl on the psychological well-being of students in the education system of South Korea. S. Freud’s understanding of religion as a defence mechanism has been found to explain its ability to reduce anxiety and help students to cope with learning stress,...
Pharos Journal of Theology
June 15, 2026
Akhyar Anshori, Emi Triani
Modern life, characterised by the dominance of rationalism and materialism, has given rise to a profound spiritual crisis, manifesting itself in the form of alienation, anxiety, and a loss of meaning. This research article examines the theology of divinity in the Sufi tradition as a potential framework for addressing these contemporary issues. Focusing on two main metaphysical doctrines—Wahdat...
Pharos Journal of Theology
March 28, 2026
Se-Ho Jang, Mesuk Cho, Seon-Ok Jang et al.
The paper discusses some controversial religious ideas brought forth by Freud, Jung, and Frankl respectively in their works. By presenting their writings in their entirety, this study elucidates the historical conditions under which their views and arguments acquired interpretive weight, particularly during a period in which they perceived contemporary society as bereft of relevance or...
Pharos Journal of Theology
February 14, 2026
Manat Kanagatov, Tatyana Seryozhkina, Zukhra Ismagambetova et al.
The purpose of this study was to identify the ontological and cultural foundations of the shamanic tradition in the Turkic culture of Kazakhstan through the concept of altered states of consciousness (ASC). The research focused on how ASC structured the shamanic worldview, shaped ritual practices, and transformed under post-traditional social conditions. The methodological framework combined...
Pharos Journal of Theology
2026
I. G. Suwantana, N. Perni, I. Agung et al.
This study aims to examine the traces of Advaita Vedānta teachings in Hindu theo-philosophy in Bali through a hermeneutic approach. The non-dualistic doctrine rooted in Śaṅkara’s thought has undergone transformation and adaptation within the Balinese local discourse, both textually and in religious practice. Tattwa manuscripts such as Tattwa Jñāna, Bhuwana Kosa, and Tuturan Bhatāra Rsi Agastya...
Pharos Journal of Theology
2026
M. Nawa Syarif Fajar Sakti, Bagus Haziratul Qodsiyah, Muh Nur'Afwan et al.
This article explores the ecotheological dimensions of three Abrahamic mystical traditions (Sufism, Kabbalah, and Christian mysticism) by viewing nature as a form of non-verbal revelation. Through a comparative theological approach, this study highlights both the convergences and divergences in how these traditions understand the relationship between humanity, the cosmos, and God. All three...
Pharos Journal of Theology
October 31, 2025
Sigit Hardiyanto, Arief Marizki Purba
This study engages the potential of artificial consciousness with theological reflection, targeting debates over sentience, the soul, and defined personhood. Employing a qualitative literature synthesis, the investigation charts congruences and tensions between doctrinal and empirical discourses, centring upon the Imago Dei, claims of human singularity, and the so-called "hard problem of...
Pharos Journal of Theology
July 28, 2025
Ivan Th. J. Weismann, Johana Betris Tumbol, Randy Frank Rouw et al.
Postmodern society faces challenges such as collective aggression and value fragmentation. Carl Gustav Jung’s theory of individuation, which emphasizes self-integration through archetypes (collective unconscious images), is relevant for examination through the lens of the sociology of religion to understand potential solutions to these issues. This study aims to analyze the sociological...
Pharos Journal of Theology
May 29, 2025
Philip Suciadi Chia
1 citation
This article explores the domain of occultism, with a particular emphasis on the occurrences of spirit possession and the associated Christian healing rituals observed in modern Indonesia. The research posits that malevolent entities, including the devil and evil spirits, are integral to religious belief systems and significantly impact individuals' lives. To substantiate this claim, the study...
Pharos Journal of Theology
May 1, 2025
Z. Kieliszek
7 citations
In modern philosophical and theological discourse, religious experience is increasingly seen as altering human subjectivity and perception of reality. The purpose of the study was to identify the peculiarities of the Catholic understanding of religious experience, analyse its theological and phenomenological aspects, and determine the impact of faith on worldview orientations and cognitive...