Author Guidelines

1. General Author Guidelines

The Journal of Comparative Study of Religions (JCSR) invites scholarly manuscripts relevant to the field of comparative religious studies. Authors are required to follow the guidelines below when preparing and submitting their manuscripts:

  1. Manuscripts must be written in Indonesian, Arabic, or English.

  2. Manuscripts must be original, have not been previously published, and must not be under consideration for publication by another journal or publication outlet. Manuscripts must not contain plagiarism.

  3. Manuscripts may take the form of research articles, case studies, or literary studies.

  4. Authors must register on the JCSR website as authors before submitting a manuscript. Registered authors should follow the online submission instructions provided by the journal.

  5. Manuscripts must be prepared in accordance with these Author Guidelines and the official JCSR article template.

  6. Submitted manuscripts are subject to editorial assessment and peer review. Publication is not guaranteed by submission; manuscripts will be considered for publication based on the editorial decision and the peer-review process.

  7. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of their manuscripts, including the accuracy of citations, references, author information, and research findings.

    Article Template: Download the JCSR Article Template

    Transliteration Guidelines: View the JCSR Transliteration Guidelines

2. Types of Manuscripts

JCSR accepts the following types of manuscripts:

2.1. Research Articles

Research articles present scholarly research and its findings in accordance with the aims and scope of JCSR. The manuscript should explain the research problem, objectives, relevant scholarly context, results or findings, and conclusions.

2.2. Case Studies

Case studies provide a focused scholarly examination of a particular case relevant to the study of religions. The discussion should present the subject of the case and explain its significance in relation to the research objectives.

2.3. Literary Studies

Literary studies examine relevant literary, textual, or intellectual materials through scholarly analysis. The manuscript should present a clear analytical purpose and support its discussion with appropriate sources and references.

All manuscript types must comply with the general requirements, manuscript structure, formatting rules, and citation style specified in these guidelines.

3. Manuscript Preparation and Structure

Manuscripts should be organised according to the following structure.

3.1. Title

The title must be short, clear, informative, and specific to the issues discussed. It must not exceed 20 words and should not contain uncommon abbreviations. The main idea should appear first, followed by any necessary clarification.

3.2. Authors' Names and Affiliations

The manuscript must include the names of the authors, their institutional affiliations, institutional addresses, and email addresses. Academic titles and job titles should not be included alongside authors' names.

3.3. Abstract

The abstract must be written as a single paragraph and must not exceed 250 words.

For research articles, authors are strongly encouraged to organise the abstract around the following elements, without using separate headings:

  1. Background: Place the research question in a broader context and explain the purpose of the study.

  2. Purpose of the Study: Identify the purpose and objectives of the research.

  3. Methods: Briefly describe the methods or theoretical framework applied.

  4. Results: Summarise the main findings.

  5. Conclusions: State the principal conclusions or interpretations.

The abstract should provide a concise and accurate overview of the manuscript.

3.4. Keywords

Provide three to eight keywords that are relevant to the article and appropriate to the subject discipline. Keywords should generally be written in lowercase, except for proper names.

3.5. Introduction

The introduction should briefly establish the broader context of the study and explain its significance. It should identify the research problem, objectives, and purpose of the work.

Authors should review the current state of research and cite relevant scholarly publications. Where appropriate, the introduction should identify controversial issues or differing scholarly perspectives. It should also indicate the principal focus of the study and, where suitable, the main conclusions.

The introduction should be written clearly enough to be understood by readers outside the author's immediate area of specialisation.

3.6. Results

The results section should present the findings obtained from the research and support them with sufficient evidence or data. The findings should address the research objectives, questions, or hypotheses introduced in the introduction.

Authors should ensure that the results are presented accurately and are supported by the sources, evidence, or analysis used in the study.

3.7. Conclusions

The conclusion should answer the research objectives and summarise the principal findings or scholarly contributions. It should not merely repeat the abstract or reproduce the results and discussion.

Where appropriate, authors may identify implications for further research and indicate questions that remain open or are being investigated.

3.8. References

The reference list must contain only sources cited in the manuscript. Authors should ensure that all citations correspond to entries in the reference list and that bibliographic information is accurate and complete.

JCSR recommends using reference-management software, such as Mendeley or Zotero, to minimise typing errors and duplicate entries.

JCSR recommends that 80% of the cited sources consist of journal articles, conference proceedings, or research results published within the last five years. Authors should use relevant and appropriate scholarly sources to support their arguments.

References and citations must follow the Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Edition, Full Note system described in Section 5 of these guidelines.

4. Manuscript Formatting

Authors must follow the formatting requirements below:

  • Length: Approximately 15–22 pages.

  • Paper size: A4.

  • Line spacing: One-and-a-half spacing.

  • Font: Times New Roman or Palatino Linotype.

  • Font size: 12 points.

  • Article structure: Follow the structure specified in Section 3 and the official JCSR article template.

  • Citation style: Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Edition, Full Note.

Authors should use the official JCSR article template when preparing their manuscripts.

5. Citation and Referencing Style

JCSR uses the Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Edition, Full Note citation system. Sources must be cited in footnotes, and the corresponding bibliographic entries must be included in the reference list.

5.1. First Citation of a Source

The first footnote citing a source should provide the relevant bibliographic information, including the author's full name, the title of the source, publication details where applicable, and the specific page cited.

Example — Book

Hamid Fahmy Zarkasyi, Misykat: Refleksi Tentang Westernisasi, Liberalisasi, Dan Islam, 1st ed. (Ponorogo: Insists dan MIUMI, 2012), 20.

5.2. Subsequent Citations

For subsequent citations of the same source, JCSR's existing guideline uses the author's name, a shortened title, an ellipsis where necessary, and the specific page number.

Example — Subsequent Citation

Zarkasyi, 30.

For a multi-author work, the existing JCSR examples also use the authors' names and a shortened title in subsequent citations.

5.3. Examples of Footnote References

The following examples are retained from JCSR's existing citation guidance to illustrate common source types.

A. Book

Hamid Fahmy Zarkasyi, Misykat: Refleksi Tentang Westernisasi, Liberalisasi, Dan Islam, 1st ed. (Ponorogo: Insists dan MIUMI, 2012), 20.

Subsequent citation:

Zarkasyi, 30.

B. Chapter in an Edited Book

Anne Carr and Douglas J. Schuurman, “Religion and Feminism: A Reformist Christian Analysis,” in Religion, Feminism, and the Family, ed. Anne Carr and Mary Stewart Van Leeuwen (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1996), 14.

Subsequent citation:

Anne Carr and Douglas J. Schuurman, 20.

C. Journal Article

Syamsul Hadi Untung and Abdul Muiz, “The Concept of Ruqyah in Islam and Exorcism in Catholicism,” 1, no. 1 (2020): 12, https://ejournal.unida.gontor.ac.id/index.php/JCSR/article/view/4976/9397.

D. Book with Multiple Authors

Noritah Omar et al., Critical Perspectives on Literature and Culture in the New World Order (Cambridge: Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2010), 9.

Subsequent citation:

Noritah Omar et al., Critical Perspectives..., 12.

E. Translated Book

Roger Scruton, Sejarah Singkat Filsafat Modern dari Descartes sampai Wittgenstein, trans. Zainal Arifin Tandjung (Jakarta: PT. Pantja Simpati, 1986), 23.

Subsequent citation:

Roger Scruton, Sejarah Singkat..., 33.

F. Master's Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Yunus Abu Bakar, Konsep Pemikiran Pendidikan K.H. Imam Zarkasyi dan Implementasinya pada Pondok Pesantren Alumni, doctoral dissertation (Yogyakarta: Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Kalijaga, 2007), 56–57.

Subsequent citation:

Yunus Abu Bakar, Konsep Pemikiran Pendidikan..., 60.

G. Newspaper Article

Francis Fukuyama, “Benturan Islam dan Modernitas,” Koran Tempo, 2001.

“Islam di AS Jadi Agama Kedua,” Republika, September 10, 2002.

H. Conference Proceedings

Achmad Reza Hutama Al Faruqi, “The Concept of Man According to Said Nursi,” in International Conference on Rasail Nur and Modern Science, ed. Moh. Isom Mudin (Ponorogo: UNIDA Gontor, 2021), 30.

5.4. Reference List Examples

The reference list should be arranged consistently according to the Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Edition, Full Note. The following examples illustrate the types of sources commonly cited in JCSR articles.

Book

Zarkasyi, Hamid Fahmy. Misykat: Refleksi Tentang Westernisasi, Liberalisasi, Dan Islam. 1st ed. Ponorogo: Insists dan MIUMI, 2012.

Chapter in an Edited Book

Carr, Anne, and Douglas J. Schuurman. “Religion and Feminism: A Reformist Christian Analysis.” In Religion, Feminism, and the Family, edited by Anne Carr and Mary Stewart Van Leeuwen. Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1996.

Journal Article

Ahmad, Miftah, Nabila Huringiin, and Umi Nur Hasanah. “Islamic Civilization According to Muhammad Fethullah Gulen.” Tasfiyah 5, no. 1 (2021): 1–24. https://doi.org/10.21111/tasfiyah.v5i1.5270.

Conference Proceedings

Faruqi, Achmad Reza Hutama Al. “The Concept of Man According to Said Nursi.” In International Conference on Rasail Nur and Modern Science, edited by Moh. Isom Mudin. Ponorogo: UNIDA Gontor, 2021.

Newspaper Article

Fukuyama, Francis. “Benturan Islam dan Modernitas.” Koran Tempo. 2001.

Authors should check the accuracy of publication details and DOI or URL information before submission.

Here we attach the Transliteration Guidelines

6. Authorship Criteria

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the reported study. All individuals who have made significant contributions should be listed as co-authors.

Individuals who have contributed to substantive aspects of the research but do not qualify for authorship should be acknowledged or listed as contributors, as appropriate.

The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all appropriate co-authors, and no inappropriate co-authors, are included. The corresponding author must also ensure that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript and have agreed to its submission to JCSR.

7. Originality and Publication Ethics

Authors must ensure that their manuscripts are original and that all ideas, words, data, and findings obtained from other sources are properly acknowledged and cited.

The same manuscript must not be submitted to more than one journal simultaneously. Manuscripts describing essentially the same research should not be published in multiple journals without appropriate justification and disclosure.

Authors must report their research accurately and present their findings objectively. Fabricated, falsified, or knowingly inaccurate statements are unacceptable.

Authors must disclose relevant financial or other conflicts of interest that could influence the results or interpretation of their work. Sources of financial support for the research must also be disclosed.

If authors discover a significant error or inaccuracy in their published work, they must promptly notify the journal editor or publisher and cooperate in correcting the scholarly record, including through correction or retraction where appropriate.

Authors are expected to comply with the journal's published Publication Ethics policy.

8. Online Submission Requirements

Authors must register on the JCSR website and submit manuscripts through the journal's online submission system.

Before submitting, authors should ensure that:

  1. The manuscript is written in Indonesian, Arabic, or English.

  2. The manuscript has not been previously published and is not under consideration by another journal or publication outlet.

  3. The manuscript is prepared in accordance with the JCSR Author Guidelines and official article template.

  4. The manuscript follows the required article structure, formatting, and citation style.

  5. The author names, institutional affiliations, addresses, and email addresses are provided accurately.

  6. Citations and references are complete and consistent.

  7. All listed authors have approved the final manuscript and agreed to its submission.

Authors should follow the instructions displayed in the online submission system and respond to editorial communications as necessary.

9. Peer Review and Publication Decisions

Manuscripts submitted to JCSR are subject to editorial assessment and peer review. JCSR's stated review process uses double-blind peer review, with at least two reviewers assessing each article.

The decision to publish a manuscript is made by the journal's editorial team based on the reviewers' comments and the editor's assessment. Authors may be asked to revise their manuscripts as part of the editorial process.

Submission does not guarantee acceptance or publication.

Further details are available on the JCSR Peer Review Process page.

10. Publication Fees

JCSR applies the following author fees:

  • Article Submission Fee: IDR 0. Authors are not required to pay a submission fee.

  • Article Publication Fee: IDR 500,000. If a manuscript is accepted for publication, the author is required to pay the publication fee to cover publication costs.

These fees are stated in the journal's current Author Guidelines and may be consulted on the JCSR website.

11. Contact and Further Information

Authors should consult the JCSR website for the article template, transliteration guidelines, submission instructions, publication ethics, peer-review procedures, and other relevant journal policies.

For submission, authors should use the online submission system available on the JCSR website.