РЕЛІГІЙНА ВІРА ЯК ОБ'ЄКТ АНАЛІЗУ В НАУКОВИХ ПРАЦЯХ СУЧАСНИХ УКРАЇНСЬКИХ ДОСЛІДНИКІВ

Ihor Maksymenko

doi:10.17721/sophia.2023.22.4

Authors

Ihor Maksymenko Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9662-543X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17721/sophia.2023.22.4

Keywords:

religious faith, personality, theological approach, faith in the context of the philosophy of religion, faith as a mental state, religious faith and society

Abstract

The article analyzes the researches of Ukrainian scientists on such a concept as religious faith. The article identified the approaches used by scientists in their works. Differences between theological, philosophical, and psychological approaches to the study of religious faith are characterized. It is proven that religious faith is a complex concept that requires comprehensive analysis. The article argues that Ukrainian researchers thoroughly examine the concept of religious faith from a psychological perspective, identifying it as a phenomenon that affects a person's mental state and shapes their worldview. Scientists have proven that faith has a psychotherapeutic function. It helps to overcome difficulties and move towards a goal. Also, religious faith acquires powerful existential potential and takes direct part in forming a holistic personality, directly affecting the individual's worldview and activities. Prayer also plays a significant role. It serves as a factor in shaping a unique worldview in its bearer, combining rational and irrational elements and touching upon the intellectual, sensory, and moral aspects of their existence. Furthermore, in domestic scientific thought, faith is also considered purely as a philosophical concept, inextricably linked with the definition of religion, the field of religious philosophy, religious studies, and the philosophy of religion. The uniqueness of the philosophical approach lies in abstracting from internal states and mental phenomena. At the same time, the philosophical approach captures the substantive content of faith. Ukrainian theologians, in turn, consider faith as a key element of the Christian worldview, as well as in the context of analyzing the problem of the relationship between faith and reason. The study notes that while the philosopher seeks God by analyzing nature, the theologian turns to revelation, the source of truth, access to which humans have received from God. The article also argues that since religious faith plays a significant role in societal processes, it is currently attracting considerable attention from Ukrainian scientists researching socio-political issues in Ukraine, the problem of war, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on society.

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