Vol. 4 No. 1 (2023): Focus
FOCUS Vol. 4 No. 1 (2023) examines the role of religion and culture in shaping individual and societal behaviors, with an emphasis on fostering harmony and addressing challenges in contemporary contexts. This edition features studies on the contributions of religious leaders to adolescent behavioral education and the use of social media in countering radicalism and promoting religious moderation. Other articles explore the mediatisation of Islamic and Christian values through platforms like YouTube, the role of Quranic recitation in achieving inner peace, and the stigmatization of women smokers in patriarchal cultures. Theological perspectives from Bernard Lonergan and Avery Dulles on doctrinal development, the concept of intercultural society in addressing diversity, and Catholic views on conflict of interest in Indonesia further highlight the importance of inclusivity, ethical integrity, and spiritual grounding in navigating modern societal complexities.
