Millah: Journal of Religious Studies
Vol. 21, No. 2, February 2022

How Religious Leaders around the World Are Responding to the Covid-19 Pandemic

Yuli Andriansyah (Department of Islamic Economics (Bachelor), Faculty of Islamic Studies, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Yogyakarta, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Jul 2022

Abstract

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges for religious leaders around the world, who must balance the need to protect public health with spiritual and emotional needs. Despite these obstacles, religious leaders have risen to the occasion and implemented protective measures for their communities, including social isolation and vaccination encouragement. Through online counseling, virtual gatherings, and practical assistance, they have also provided spiritual and emotional support. Lessons learned include the significance of adapting to new technologies, putting public health and safety first, and the vital role of religious institutions in providing community and social support during times of crisis.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Millah

Publisher

Subject

Religion

Description

Millah: Journal of Religious Studies (E-ISSN: 2527-922X) is an international double-blind peer-review journal focusing on original research articles related to religious studies. The journal welcomes contributions on the following topics: Religious studies Islamic studies Christian studies Hindu ...