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The current study aims to identify Jordanian mothers' perspectives on their intellectually disabled daughters receiving hysterectomies. A qualitative methodology was employed; for the study sample, twelve mothers were chosen using a snowballing technique. Semi-structured interviews were carried out, and thematic analysis was utilized. Two main themes arose from the data analysis process: the reasons why mothers made the decision for their daughters to have hysterectomies – which included fears about unwanted pregnancy and keeping family honor – despite this conflicting with their religious and cultural values, and their concerns about their daughters having hysterectomies. Based on these findings, some implications and suggestions for future research were provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper aims to explore the likelihood of lost items to be recovered by public transport (PT) users with a focus on the moral values of other PT users in the city of Accra. To achieve this goal, a non-experimental research design was employed to identify the factors influencing PT users' decisions to return lost items. Data were collected using a revealed preference survey (RP), which was distributed both manually and online using Google Form. The survey consisted of a structured questionnaire with close-ended questions. A total of 603 respondents completed the survey, and the reliability of the questionnaire was verified using Cronbach's Alpha (CA), yielding a score of 0.804. The study's findings revealed that religious values (Mean = 4.41, SD = 1.97) and empathy (Mean = 4.37, SD = 1.92) were the two most significant factors that influenced respondents' decisions to return lost items. Regarding the 'value of an item', the high standard deviation indicates that respondents' perceptions of an item's value varied greatly and may not have affected respondents decision to return lost but found item. Future research in urban transportation should concentrate on experimental research where reflection of respondents' true decision to return or keep a found item can be ascertained. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Studies linking religion to CSR have produced conflicting findings due to a failure to draw distinctions among religious influences and different CSR practices, and to theorize their connection. Drawing on social identity theory and the theory of planned behavior, we first argue that religion will influence CSR when ethical values from a CEO's religious social identification resonate with an aspect of CSR. Second, CEO attitudes congruent with those values and forms of CSR—interpersonal empathy and proactiveness—will strengthen that relationship. Third, the relationship between religious social identification and CSR will be strengthened by a CEO's ability to enact CSR policies, a function of personal and firm market power. Our research on 270 CEOs from 242 publicly traded US firms from 2007 to 2020 supports these relationships. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This study aims to investigate (1) curriculum integration, (2) values that are the basis of the learning process, (3) activities/programs developed, and (4) the involvement of parents and the community in character education in madrasas. This study uses a qualitative research method with a case study approach, with data collected from school principals, teachers, students, madrasah staff, and official madrasah documents. Data collection techniques include in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and document analysis. The data that has been collected is analyzed using thematic analysis techniques. The results of the study show that (1) the integration of the curriculum in Madrasah Ibtida'iyah Banyuwangi has succeeded in combining religious values in each subject, (2) the values that are the basis of the learning process, such as honesty and responsibility, are applied in various subjects, (3) activities/programs such as Tahfidz Qur'an and other extracurricular activities support the development of students' character, and (4) the involvement of parents and the community significantly supports strengthening student character education. So, to ensure the validity of the findings, data triangulation techniques are used to compare information from different sources and data collection methods. These results emphasize the importance of a holistic approach to character education based on religious values involving various education components.

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This study investigates the dynamics between local wisdom, cultural values, and religious values in fostering social awareness and improving student integrity. The research design is based on an explanatory model with a quantitative method approach. The results showed that religious values have no effect on student integrity; cultural values have an effect on student integrity; local wisdom has an effect on student integrity; social awareness affects student integrity; there is no effect of local wisdom on student integrity with the mediation of social awareness; social awareness is proven to indirectly mediate the effect of cultural values on student integrity; and social awareness is proven to indirectly mediate the effect of religious values on student integrity. The conclusion shows a clear relationship between local wisdom, cultural values, and religious values in their effect on student integrity; religious values alone have no effect. However, another finding is that the influence of cultural and religious values increases student integrity because social awareness has moderate effects. Social awareness has a direct effect on student integrity rather than acting as a mediator between cultural values and local wisdom. This research fills a gap in existing literature by exploring the collective effects and interactions of cultural and religious values on integrity mediated by social awareness, thereby offering insights for educational frameworks aiming to develop morally grounded and socially aware students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper aims to explore the likelihood of lost items to be recovered by public transport (PT) users with a focus on the moral values of other PT users in the city of Accra. To achieve this goal, a non-experimental research design was employed to identify the factors influencing PT users’ decisions to return lost items. Data were collected using a revealed preference survey (RP), which was distributed both manually and online using Google Form. The survey consisted of a structured questionnaire with close-ended questions. A total of 603 respondents completed the survey, and the reliability of the questionnaire was verified using Cronbach’s Alpha (CA), yielding a score of 0.804. The study’s findings revealed that religious values (Mean = 4.41, SD = 1.97) and empathy (Mean = 4.37, SD = 1.92) were the two most significant factors that influenced respondents’ decisions to return lost items. Regarding the ‘value of an item’, the high standard deviation indicates that respondents’ perceptions of an item’s value varied greatly and may not have affected respondents decision to return lost but found item. Future research in urban transportation should concentrate on experimental research where reflection of respondents’ true decision to return or keep a found item can be ascertained.

Abstract The interplay of principals’ religious values and servant leadership can play a prominent role in promoting job satisfaction among teachers in Bangladeshi schools and colleges. This study aimed to examine the mediating role of servant leadership style in the relationship between the principals’ religious values and the job satisfaction of teachers in Bangladesh. The study surveyed 335 participants from schools and colleges using a self-administered questionnaire and analyzed the data using Partial Least Square Structural Equations Modeling (PLS-SEM) via Smart PLS 4 software. The findings showed that principals’ religious values and servant leadership style have a positive impact on teachers’ job satisfaction, with servant leadership serving as a mediator in the relationship. The research expands upon the servant leadership theory in an educational setting where religious values play a significant role. It offers valuable insight into the impact of principals’ religious values and servant leadership style on teachers’ job satisfaction. The study has practical implications, in a setting where Islam as a dominating religion, for educational administrators, as it sheds light on how principals’ religious values and servant leadership impact teachers’ job satisfaction in schools and colleges in Bangladesh.

The article provides an overview of research on religious identity conducted by the scholars from Kazakhstan. An analysis of various methodological approaches and the evolution of the study of religious identity in Kazakhstan was carried out. The findings were obtained through application of a qualitative analysis of 21 publications using the keyword "Religious identity" in two internationally recognized citation databases, i.e., "Scopus" and "Web of Science". Through application of such research method, the authors attempted to answer the research questions relating to following issues; the aspects religious scholars from Kazakhstan pay attention to and scientific conclusions they reached when studying the problem of religious identity, the hierarchy of factors influencing the formation of religious identity, interaction of religious identity with other spheres of identity and forms of its manifestation. The analysis of publications allowed the authors to carry out some terminological differentiation and identify the main priority areas that would enable scholars from Kazakhstan to formulate future research tasks. Further, the article focuses specifically on the religious identity of women and provides the results of the analysis of educational, age, ethnic, and cultural factors forming and changing their religious identities. At the same time, the analysis of the selected publications made it possible to identify the gaps jeopardizing the advancement of the scholarship of religious identity in Kazakhstan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Consumer behavior in the food industry has undergone significant changes in recent years, largely driven by growing consumer awareness of environmental, technological, religious, and social concerns. As a result, organic food has emerged as a popular alternative to conventionally produced food. Many emerging nations, including Bangladesh, promote its consumption due to its perceived health and safety benefits. Despite this growing trend, there remains a need for more understanding of consumer behavior, particularly concerning their motivations for continuous purchases toward mobile organic food delivery applications. In order to fill this knowledge gap, this study looks at how six indirect predictors (emotional support, informational support, environmental consciousness, religious consciousness, trust, and technological consciousness) affect customer loyalty through the intention to use organic food. This study employed a purposive sampling technique (i.e., judgmental sampling) and collected data from 386 respondents across three cities in Bangladesh. Data analysis was conducted using SmartPLS 3 software. The study found that all predictors, except for technological consciousness, significantly influenced behavioral intention, which, in turn, significantly influenced loyalty. Additionally, the study revealed that the five predictors, excluding technological consciousness, indirectly influenced loyalty through behavioral intention. The results of this study add to the existing literature on organic food by extending social support theory to include consumers' primary motivations, such as environmental, religious, technological, and social consciousness, as predictors of loyalty to use mobile organic food delivery applications. The study highlights the importance of sustainable food consumption in promoting environmental protection, ensuring social justice, creating economic success, and providing valuable insights for implementers looking to expand the organic food market. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The interplay of principals' religious values and servant leadership can play a prominent role in promoting job satisfaction among teachers in Bangladeshi schools and colleges. This study aimed to examine the mediating role of servant leadership style in the relationship between the principals' religious values and the job satisfaction of teachers in Bangladesh. The study surveyed 335 participants from schools and colleges using a self-administered questionnaire and analyzed the data using Partial Least Square Structural Equations Modeling (PLS-SEM) via Smart PLS 4 software. The findings showed that principals' religious values and servant leadership style have a positive impact on teachers' job satisfaction, with servant leadership serving as a mediator in the relationship. The research expands upon the servant leadership theory in an educational setting where religious values play a significant role. It offers valuable insight into the impact of principals' religious values and servant leadership style on teachers' job satisfaction. The study has practical implications, in a setting where Islam as a dominating religion, for educational administrators, as it sheds light on how principals' religious values and servant leadership impact teachers' job satisfaction in schools and colleges in Bangladesh. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to enhance the understanding of religious values and self-confidence among elderly women at Panti Werdha Mental Kasih Lamongan through a day care program. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that: 1) the implementation of the day care program through religious values involves activities that encompass elements of faith, worship, and morality, while self-confidence includes aspects of behavior, emotion, and spirituality. 2) The effectiveness of enhancing the understanding of religious values and self-confidence among elderly women through the day care program, based on interviews and field observations conducted continuously and sustainably every day, was concluded to show a 75% improvement. 3) The impact of improving the understanding of religious values includes being faithful, devout, moral, optimistic, and humble. In contrast, the character impact of self-confidence among elderly women includes being more self-assured, courageous in expressing themselves, learning new skills, and being independent. The day care program at Panti Werdha Mental Kasih Lamongan offers various activities such as public religious studies, regular elderly discussions, counseling activities, group exercises, elderly community service, creative life skills, art performances, and elderly health posts (posyandu lansia). This study contributes to providing solutions to improve the quality of life for the elderly.

Background: The main basis of this research is based on the importance of understanding the vision and mission of school institutions as ideals that want to be realized. Formulating the school's vision and mission certainly has a foundation of values ​​that form its spirit, so that there is harmony between the activities carried out by the school and the realization of the vision and mission that have been formulated. Purpose of the Study: This research aims to determine the basis for formulating the school's vision and mission at the early childhood education level. This research approach is qualitative, with data collection techniques using documentation. Methods: The data analysis technique uses content analysis using Nvivo 12. The research was conducted in 5 early childhood education schools. Results: The results of the research show that the formulation of vision. Mission in early childhood education schools is based on religious values ​​and general or non-religious values. Conclusion: The conclusion of the research results, explicit value content in the formulation of the school's vision and mission, namely religious and non-religious or general values.

The purpose of this study is to investigate the phenomenological aspects of religious value development in the children of Muslim migrant worker households on Lombok Island and determine the tactics they employ to maintain their religious identity. This study employed a descriptive qualitative research method based on observations and interviews. This study's fundamental information was derived from primary data collected through in-depth interviews with several children (aged 4 to 10 years) from Muslim migrants' households. The findings emphasized the complex link between religious principles, cultural identity, and societal elements in the development of Muslim children. Meanwhile, this study will help us better understand the complex connection between migration, religion, and cultural identity and provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that migrant families face when keeping their religious beliefs.

Educational institutions are a forum or means for forming children's character. Within these religious values ??there are moral values. Schools must be able to carry out systematic planning or good management as a serious form of managing the best personality of children. This research aims to determine the Principal's Management Strategy in Instilling religious values ??in MTs Al-Fajar Sei Mencirim Education Foundation schools so that students' moral values ??are formed from Islamic activities in instilling religious values. The research method used was qualitative with a descriptive approach, by interviewing three research informants, namely the school principal and teachers. Data were analyzed using data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions and verification. The results of the research show that the management strategy carried out by the school principal in instilling religious values ??is that there are graduation requirements for MTs Al-Fajar students in the form of memorizing surahs and practicing worship. There are also routines carried out by saying hello, praying and worshiping. Supporting factors are prayer room facilities, mukena and Al-Qur'an

Objectives The aim of the work is to look at the spiritual aspect of human life in the era of computerization of life, which is certainly one of the greatest achievements of human reason; which brings about a breakthrough in the lives of individuals and the entire human community. The fascination with the product is so great that it blurs the cold calculation of profits and costs and common sense action within the boundaries of safety, including the spiritual one. Curiosity stimulates fantasy, which raises questions and anxiety. The ubiquity and indispensability of IT amazes people. But what about the risk of complete "immersion" in technology and at the same time "detaching" ourselves from the essence - indeed spiritual, but real dimension - of humanity? Material and methods The work uses materials published by domestic and foreign authors and Church documents. Results Electronic media are therefore a new plane of human activity, also in the sphere of spiritual intimacy. Through easier access to sources, through the possibility of direct and personal contact, they allow you to search, receive and analyze a variety of content, but they cannot directly force you to learn it. This can be perceived as a threat to traditional forms of transmitting and teaching about values and religion. And that's probably true, but it also creates an opportunity to reach with this message where until recently it was quite impossible. Conclusions Electronic media are a plane of activity, also in the sphere of spiritual intimacy. They allow you to search, receive and analyze a variety of content, including religious ones. They may pose a specific threat to traditional forms of transmitting and teaching about values and religion or a platform for their transmission and propagation.

Simple Summary: The welfare of invertebrates is a result of ethical human behaviour, presently stemming from religious traditions, but how do we get from religious traditions to ethical behaviour to the welfare of invertebrates? The Judaeo–Christian religions are firmly anthropocentric, though they urge utilitarian care for domestic animals. Similarly, the Buddhist tradition of rebirth, possibly as an animal, leads to a belief in ahisma or doing no harm. The theory does not necessarily lead to practice in either case, and Indigenous societies are not usually hunter-gatherers nowadays. Religious practices are often close to good ecology and lead to better consideration. None of these traditions extends much to invertebrates, as only those invertebrates thought 'worthy' of consideration are ones that might be sentient. Philosophy is often not based on biological reality, and science demands the simplest possible explanation and 'objective factual truth.' The result is a long haul to find and apply the best ethical principles to the welfare of these invertebrates, which are the majority of animals on the planet. Ethical behaviour tends to lead to the welfare consideration of animals, but much less so for invertebrates. Indigenous tradition often valued all animals as having an important role in life on the planet, a practical application of modern ecology. The Judaeo–Christian–Islamic tradition postulated 'man' as having dominion over all of Earth, resulting in anthropocentrism and careless practices. In contrast, the Buddhist/Hindu belief in rebirth leads to ahisma, or doing no harm. In the face of capitalist systems, practice does not necessarily follow these beliefs, especially in the 'shepherding' of domestic animals. Only Jainist beliefs value the lives of all invertebrates. Philosophers are often divorced from the physiological reality of the animals they muse about, and science's traditions of objectivity and the simplest possible explanation of behaviour led to ignorance of invertebrates' abilities. Ninety-seven percent of animals on the planet are invertebrates. We have a long way to go to provide moral standing and welfare consideration, which is consistent with the new information about the sentience of some of these animals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore the parenting beliefs of large ultra‐orthodox families living in Israel within the context of religion, culture, and large family size. Background: The ultra‐orthodox community in Israel represents a growing and insular population. Little research has been done exploring the nature of parenting beliefs in this community. In particular, the opinions of children on this topic have been neglected in the literature. Method: A qualitative design using semistructured interviews was used as the primary research instrument. The study sample consisted of 25 individuals from five ultra‐orthodox families. All members of the family above age 10 were interviewed. Results: Parents focused on the individuality of their children and made efforts to provide individualized attention to them. These intentions existed alongside a strong emphasis from both parents and children on hierarchy and respect for elders. These beliefs were identified as "Torah values" and were understood to originate within a religious framework with divine origin. Conclusion: Clinical and research implications of the findings are discussed. Participants supported a framework that emphasized the Euro‐American parenting values of individuality and support but did not include democratic elements of child–parent interaction. Instead, hierarchical beliefs that reinforced family hierarchy and obedience from children predominated. Implications: In ultra‐orthodox households in Israel, firm boundaries and strict hierarchy should not be associated with low levels of warmth and attunement. A lack of tolerance for difference is not necessarily an indication of an absence of appreciation of individuality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Background: Life Orientation educators hold great responsibility for the well-being of their students, which can be supported through imparting sexuality education. However, the absence of formal training for this subject may have negative consequences in fulfilling professional duties. Objectives: This article intends to foreground how Life Orientation educators impart sexuality education to their students, exploring aspects of their personal attitudes and comfort in imparting education related to sexuality and queerness. Methods: This qualitative study consisted of five Life Orientation educators in the Gauteng Province to understand their approaches to impart sexuality education to their students and the influence of their personal upbringings. The research was thematically analysed through a systems theory framework. Results: The results emphasise how personal religious beliefs impact sexuality education’s delivery and educators’ discretion in implementing the curriculum. The ambiguity of the curriculum and diverse teaching backgrounds also contribute to avoidance of topics like sexuality education and queer identities. Moreover, the non-examinable nature of these topics, combined with subjective interpretations of age-appropriateness, further marginalise them. Conclusion: This article calls for awareness of the consequences of religious convictions and subjective perceptions of age-appropriateness of educators on the delivery of sexuality and queer education. Contribution: This study contributes by highlighting challenges faced by Life Orientation educators in creating inclusive environments when personal religious beliefs conflict with comprehensive sexuality education. It enhances understanding of areas for improvement in training and subject knowledge to ensure educators affirm diverse identities and impart sexuality education effectively.

Background: Early Childhood Education Institutions (ECEIs) require a model for the cultivation of religious values from an early age. Religion encompasses fundamental values that strongly instil belief in the existence of God and promote harmonious relationships among individuals. This study examines the role of ECEIs in fostering religious values in early childhood. Aim: This study aims to explore the cultivation of religious values in early childhood, which includes philosophy and models of the cultivation of religious values. Setting: This research was conducted in Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. Methods: Researchers chose five early childhood educational institutions with 30 participants, teachers, and managers of early childhood educational institutions. The analytical approach used is the Discovering Cultural Themes model. Results: The spirit of ‘Ing Ngarso Sung Tulodo, Ing Madya Mangun Karso, and Tut Wuri Handayani’ serves as the philosophy guiding teachers to act as role models, inspire enthusiasm, and recognise the potential of young children. This philosophy is broken down into four main themes: ‘I Love the Earth’, ‘I Love Indonesia’, ‘Playing and Cooperating/We Are All Brothers’, and ‘My Imagination and Creativity’. The cultivation model includes introduction, habituation, and exemplary actions by parents and teachers. Conclusion: Philosophical values are cultivated through recognition, habituation, and example. The acculturation model starts from the identification of religious and cultural values followed by institutionalisation and encouragement by teachers and parents. Contribution: The role of early childhood educational institutions in the acculturation of religious values is a vital characteristic of schools managed by the government and foundations in Indonesia.

Conserving sacred trees is of paramount importance for preserving biodiversity and safeguarding biocultural heritage. However, evolving perceptions across generations raise concerns about the future existence of these significant landscape elements. The objective of this study is to examine the factors influencing the intention and behavior of two generations towards sacred tree conservation. In this research, we integrate ''cultural values'' and ''religious values'' as new variables into an extended theory of planned behavior. A questionnaire survey was conducted, involving 399 individuals representing both young and old generations. Structural equation modeling was employed for data analysis. The research variables explained 57 % and 60 % of the variance in intentions and 7 % and 81 % of the variance in actual behaviors for the young and old generations, respectively. Attitude was found to be crucial in shaping intentions for both generations. Subjective norms significantly influenced the intentions of the older generation but were not observed among the younger generation. Perceived behavioral control had a positive impact on intentions in both age groups, although its effect on actual behavior varied. While it translated into conservation behavior among the older generation, it did not have the same effect on the younger generation. Furthermore, cultural and religious values positively influenced intentions in both generations, but their impact on behavior differed. While these values influenced the behavior of the older generation, they did not translate into actual conservation practices among the younger generation. These findings emphasize the interplay of generational differences, cultural values, and religious values in shaping conservation intentions and behaviors.Given the crucial role of the younger generation in the future of sacred trees, targeted conservation initiatives addressing their specific needs are essential, as they exhibit lower intentions and behaviors towards conservation. This study provides valuable insights for designing effective strategies for the sustainable conservation of sacred trees and the fostering of biocultural heritage.

This study is an evaluation that aims to analyze the development of religious and moral values aspects of early childhood. The method used is a qualitative method, where data are collected through in-depth discussions with a logical model evaluation analysis in early childhood religious and moral values (NAM) development programs. The results of the study found three important things, namely first, so far value-based learning for early childhood is done through understanding religious symbols, daily routine worship practices, and daily prayers, while moral strengthening is done through fairy tales containing good values. Understanding and strengthening religious moral values in early childhood is implemented variably according to the needs of each school. This study also identified some weaknesses in the cultivation of religious and moral values in early childhood, namely routine activities that can obscure children's understanding and children's lack of enthusiasm due to mistakes in approaches that are not adapted to psychological development. Variations in teaching methods that are not appropriate for children's psychology can cause a distorted understanding of religious and moral values to become shallow. A holistic and diverse approach that takes into account the needs and characteristics of each child is needed to ensure that the cultivation of religious and moral values is effective and sustainable.

In recent years, Ghanaian students have exhibited a concerning trend of drifting away from the values integral to sustaining and preserving Ghanaian norms, culture and societal well-being. This shift has led to a proliferation of immoral behaviour among students, prompting widespread concern among Ghanaians. This decline is often attributed to the perceived prioritization of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in the current curriculum. There is an urgent need to tackle this issue to ensure students’ moral development is not overlooked in favour of STEM education. In light of this challenge, the approach proposed in this article was the “Soulful Science” approach. The study explored the feasibility and impact of soulful science in Ghanaian STEM education. The researchers employed a descriptive survey design for this study. Interviews were used to collect data from 50 participants (Senior High School (SHS) teachers, students, and parents in Sefwi Wiawso Municipality). It was established that the proposed soulful science approach is achievable with its accompanying methods like inclusive curriculum pedagogies, interdisciplinary projects, case studies, and the incorporation of religious perspectives into STEM lessons. However, challenges such as potential conflict between religious beliefs and scientific principles were identified. It was recommended that adequate efforts should be made to develop a curriculum that successfully integrates religious and moral education with STEM subjects while respecting the diversity of beliefs. In conclusion, the soulful science approach creates an inclusive, culturally relevant learning environment that enhances students’ religious and moral development, employability and fosters sustainable economic growth. This study’s contribution is significant for the fields of moral and STEM education, and curriculum development, as it advocates for a more holistic approach to education that prioritizes moral development alongside technological proficiency.

This article focuses on the specification of the hypothesis of the relationship between religiosity and fertility in Russia. On the surface, the situation looks like a paradox: (1) Churches and religions are generally known to support childbearing values; religious people are believed to have more children than non-religious people. (2) In Russia, however, religiosity has been growing in recent years, but fertility rates have been falling. Despite the fact that in contemporary Russia a large part of the population identifies with Orthodoxy and the number of such people is growing, family and marriage norms characteristic of Orthodoxy, in particular those related to the ideal of large families, are not actually being realized. This article proposes to consider mechanisms that might explain this circumstance. In order to specify the hypothesis of the potential influence of religion on fertility, a literature review was prepared, followed by the identification of key potentially important variables. Three approaches (and correspondingly three groups of texts) were identified that analyzed the relationship between religion and fertility: reduction of religion to individual religiosity; reduction of religion to a set of extra-religious variables; and analysis of religion as environment and community. Using the resources of the first two approaches does not allow us to formulate a hypothesis to explain today's Russian paradox of religion and fertility. It is possible to formulate an explanatory hypothesis based on the third class of texts. Kevin McQuillan's study is used to construct a hypothesis and to specify a vocabulary of variables about the Russian paradox. He identifies three aspects of the religious situation (pro-natalist doctrine, strong religious institutions, strong religious identity), which, in his opinion, can only work together to ensure that the principles preached by religion are actually realized. Based on the distinction made by C. McQuillan, as well as on the research of the third group of authors mentioned above, we show that contemporary Russian Orthodoxy cannot fully rely on any of these mechanisms of influence on believers, which, presumably, can explain the lack of an appropriate influence on their decisions in matters of family and marriage.

Finding out how the planning, execution, and assessment phases link to the instillation of moral and religious values at RA Diponegoro 71 Banjarparakan is the goal of this study. A case study style qualitative research methodology is applied. Data was gathered by means of observation, documentation, and interviewing procedures. Data condensation, data display, and conclusion drafting and verification are the three phases of data analysis employing Miles, Huberman, and Saldana. Verification of data using source triangulation. The research findings indicate that: 1) the implementation of instilling religious and moral values is carried out in curricular and co-curricular activities; 2) Religious and moral principles are implemented through co-curricular and extracurricular activities. 3. evaluation related to assessments used to determine the implementation of the cultivation of religious and moral values. Curricular activities are related to learning in the classroom in accordance with the set learning objectives, while co-curricular activities are related to daily, weekly, or annual habits. Anecdotal notes, checklist evaluations, and work products are used in assessment. Implementation challenges stem from variations in student characteristics and environmental conditions.

Nigeria is a democratic country. Political actors in Nigeria have covered themselves with the spirit of favouritism, unequal allocation of resources, sectionalism, unbalanced political structure and political struggle to be in control of power. This negates the principle of organic unity in diversity which could amount to crisis. Democracy connotes respect for the sovereignty of the people and can only be realized in an atmosphere of love for one another and patriotism. Therefore, integrating religious values into the democratic system becomes paramount. This paper examines how religious values could be used to improve the democratic culture of the country. It adopts a qualitative research approach and data was collected from secondary sources. The findings revealed the ineffectiveness of democracy without religious values; some religious values have direct link with essential of democracy. This paper advocates religious values for lasting democracy and continuously advancing towards an improved society.

Current technological advances do not rule out the possibility of eliminating religious values ​​in the younger generation, especially at the high school level because information is spreading very quickly, both from within and outside the country, to keep the younger generation from being carried away by the negative impacts of technology, educators is expected to help students through a good strategy to develop student religiosity.The purpose of this study was to explain the strategy of internalizing the religious values ​​of PAI in SMA NW Suralaga.This research uses qualitative research. So the results obtained are descriptive results or exposure of an event under study. In connection with this, in this study the researchers used several data collection methods such as observation, interviews and documentation, while the data analysis used the Miles and Huberman model analysis in reducing the data so that the data became systematic and logical.This study resulted in the findings that: In internalizing religious values ​​in PAI learning the teacher must have a strategy so that the values ​​to be internalized can be successful, the strategy for internalizing religious values ​​at SMA NW Suralaga is a strategy of exemplary, Ibrah and Amtsal, giving advice, habituation, and discipline.

Inadequate of schools and educators is less than optimal in implementing character education and the values contained in the Pancasila principles into learning at school or personal habituation. Implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile is less than optimal. This research aims to examine the implementation of religious values in the profile of Pancasila students in elementary schools in Madura. The type of research chosen in this research is qualitative research with a qualitative descriptive approach. The aim is to describe the implementation of Religious Values in the Pancasila Student Profile in Madura. This research was conducted at several elementary schools on Madura Island, including: SDN Gili Anyar 1 Bangkalan, SDN Kamal 2 Bangkalan, SDN Buddagan 2 Pamekasan, SDN Blumbungan 3 Pamekasan. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the research show that the implementation of religious values is carried out through activities (a) praying after and completing learning (b) memorizing short surahs before starting lessons (c) listening to chants of the holy verses of the Koran every Friday during learning activities (d) commemorating Islamic holidays (e) celebration of santri day by wearing Muslim dress.

It is noted that, simultaneously with the emergence and development of human society, the presence of certain general rules in regulating the behavior of members of society arises. Social life at all stages of its development required the presence of such rules with which we humans could coordinate our behavior and actions and count on a certain predictable result from such behavior or actions. At various stages of the development of society, these or other social regulators become a tool for ensuring such a need. Historically, social norms formed under the influence of requirements and patterns of development of primitive society become the first social regulator. To a greater extent, such societies normalized their focus on the duties of the individual by installing a large number of prohibitions that required members of the society to refrain from undesirable behavior. It is indicated that with the complication and branching of social relations in society, general social norms support the impetus for further development and are differentiated in the following form of social regulators, in particular, morality, religion, and law. In our opinion, this order of progression of the development of social regulators is correct and natural. That is, initially the individual in the first society is aware of his responsibility to this or that social association, which is engaged in the creation of moral obligations. Gradually, certain beliefs appear in the primitive society, which contribute to the emergence of religious duties, which do not exclude moral positions, but complement them and values in interaction with them. And only with the appearance of the first state entities, we can talk about introducing obligations into the legal field with their further legal consolidation. It is important to note that in the pre-state period of human development, which occupies a sufficiently long period of time, duties developed outside the law and arose in accordance with human nature, customary norms, traditions, religious dogmas or moral ideas, based on the simplest rules of interpersonal interaction. All these factors - religion, morality, customs and traditions, to a greater or lesser extent changed their role in shaping the future idea of duties, that is why we consider it necessary to investigate the foundations of the institution of duty, in particular through the prism of religious influence. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This paper examines the hypothesis that religious firms are more socially responsible. By utilizing a novel measure of religiosity that reflects firm‐level adherence to Christian values, we find that religiousness is positively associated with the CSR engagement of large US firms after controlling for county‐level religiosity and various firm characteristics. The results indicate that religious firms have higher social and environmental responsibility scores. The positive relationship is particularly strong with respect to product responsibility, emissions reduction, and responsible use of resources. While county‐level religiosity does not have any incremental effect on CSR above the influence of firm‐level religiousness, we document that the positive linkage between firm‐level religiosity and CSR engagement is strengthened by local religiousness. Overall, our empirical findings suggest that faith‐driven corporate values may encourage socially responsible behavior. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research examines the impact of implicit religious beliefs on work ethic in specific cultural contexts. Based on three studies, the authors found that thoughts related to religion impact work ethic, but only when the culture embraces religious values at work and in public environments. In a comparative setting, Moroccan participants primed with religious thoughts displayed greater work ethic, whereas similarly primed French participants exhibited less work ethic (Study 1). For North African–French biculturals, religious stimuli interacted with cultural identity to predict work ethic (Study 2) and activated religious beliefs and cultural identity had a significant effect on their level of effort (Study 3). Our research reveals that implicit religious beliefs can predict work ethic in a manner contingent on a cultural setting. In cultures where religious values are historically embraced and encouraged, work ethic constitutes a religious construct that enhances work ethic. Conversely, in secular cultures, religious cues inhibit work ethic. We believe that within a multi-cultural, multi-religion work force, it is important to take note of these influences. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Sexual abnormality or deviation is a social disorder that is considered a violation of social norms and expectations of civility. Such behavior is deemed deviant because it goes against religious rules and values upheld by society. This research aims to establish a middle ground between sexual deviation and Islamic jurisprudence with regard to sexual deviation activities. To achieve this, a comprehensive review of linked data sources was conducted using qualitative and literary research. The findings showed that certain types of sexual deviance such as sadomasochism, exhibitionism, voyeurism, fetishes, and others have not been extensively discussed in fiqh books. According to the rules of Uşul Fiqh, "al-wasāil laha hukmu al-gāyah ", indicates that the law of means (instruments) follows the law of purpose. This shows sexual deviance is considered one of the means to adultery, and as such, it falls under the law of adultery.

Objective and Participants: The authors sought an updated examination of attitudes toward Human Papillomavirus (HPV) catch-up vaccination among college students at a private religious university. Methods: A total of 1557 college students completed a 62-question survey of religious and HPV vaccination attitudes during the fall of 2021. Students' willingness to receive catch-up HPV vaccination and willingness to vaccinate a future child against HPV were recorded. Results: Of the 46.8% of students who reported being unvaccinated or unaware of vaccination status, ~26% reported being uninterested in receiving catch-up HPV vaccination; ~22% of all students surveyed reported being unwilling to vaccinate a future child against HPV. The strongest predictors of vaccine hesitancy included religious concerns about sexual abstinence and safety concerns. Conclusions: College health professionals can increase the rate of HPV vaccination among college students and subsequent future generations by addressing the safety and utility of the vaccine regardless of intentions for sexual abstinence prior to marriage. Additionally, rather than a uniform approach to all students who self-identify as Christian, an effort to identify and discuss the unique religiously influenced beliefs of individual students is recommended when discussing HPV vaccination. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As plenty of ‘religious values products’ have been sells and have a good market penetration, the writers consider to elaborate on how a brand bringing up the religious values to make their product accepted by market. Indonesia itself, have Islam religion as the majority. Therefore, the Islamic values tend to be accepted by market in Indonesia. This writing aimed to give an explanation and sample of how a brand tried to construct the market’s mind using Mosco’s theory about Economy Political and Communication through commodification, Spatialize and Structuration; featuring Semiotics analysis by Peirce’s, with Qualitative method by observing Safi Indonesia’s Instagram content. The writers use constructivism paradigm to observe how the brand build their market’s point of view towards a product with religious values. From the observation, the writers found that the symbol of religion have been used by the brand to construct market point of view, and accept the brand aiming a conversion to more sales. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]