Religion and Faith Perception in a Pandemic of COVID-19

AbstractThe COVID-19 pandemic has impacted religion and faith in different ways. Numerous restrictions have been implemented worldwide. Believers are in conflict with authorities ’ warnings that gatherings must be limited to combat the spread of the virus. Religion has always played a role of the balm for the soul, and the regular religious participation is associated with better emotional health outcomes. In our study, we examined whether the exposure to COVID-19 enhances the faith. The instrument used was a survey verifying the power of spirituality in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s10943-020-01088-3

Source: Journal of Religion and Health - October 12, 2020 Category: Medical Ethics Source Type: research