RELIGION AND DHARMA IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY: DECODING THE TRENDS OF RESEARCH IN THE JOURNAL OF DHARMA

Abstract

The Journal of Dharma, since its inception in 1975, has been a pioneering platform for scholarly research in religious and philosophical studies. Taking into account its legacy in Religion and Dharma, this paper presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the Journal of Dharma in the twenty-first century, aiming to elucidate contemporary trends and emerging themes. This study employs a dual methodological approach: performative analysis and science mapping. Performative analysis offers insights into the journal’s impact and influence, while science mapping visualizes the interconnections between different research themes and disciplines. By decoding these trends, this research reveals the interdisciplinary nature of the journal, highlighting its role in addressing pressing global and contemporary issues through religious and philosophical inquiry