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Welcome to the Research section of The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD). This platform serves as a dynamic hub for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts passionate about advancing the critical study of divination.
Here, you will discover a wealth of resources, insights, and opportunities to engage with the latest research and developments in the field of divination studies. Whether you are an established academic, an emerging scholar, or simply curious about the intersections of culture, belief, and practice, this space is designed to foster collaboration, dialogue, and intellectual exchange.
Our Research section features a variety of content, including publications in the field of divination and prognostication in diverse cultural contexts, both within and beyond Europe and Asia. You’ll also find listings for upcoming events such as workshops, seminars, and conferences related to divination studies. Additionally, we showcase ongoing PhD projects, research papers, call for papers, book reviews, and new posts relevant to the shared interests of our community.
We invite you to explore, engage, and contribute to our vibrant community of scholars dedicated to the critical study of divination. If you would like to share your research or information with others in the field, please feel free to get in touch with us. We welcome your participation and look forward to connecting with you.
Join us for an enlightening ISCSD Book Talk featuring Professor Vincent Goossaert (École Pratique des Hautes Études, Paris) as he presents his groundbreaking work, Making the Gods Speak: The Ritual
We are proud to present to you this year’s second issue of the International Journal of Divination and Prognostication. Discover Volume 5, Issue 2 The second IJDP issue
The ISCSD Book Talk series is pleased to announce its upcoming event scheduled on November 20, 2024, at 15:00 CEST. Prof. Tze-ki Hon 韓子奇 (Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University
We are excited to announce the upcoming publication of Divination, Oracles & Omens, edited by Michelle Aroney and David Zeitlyn, which will be available from Bodleian Libraries Press on 5
The ISCSD Book Talk series is pleased to announce its upcoming event scheduled on October 24, 2024, at 15:00 CEST. Dr. Luís Campos Ribeiro (University of Lisbon), together with Dr.
The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD) is pleased to highlight an upcoming conference, Prophetic Women from a Global Perspective, taking place from September 13-14, 2024, at
Divination remains a vital practice in contemporary Hong Kong, and Ms. Alice Lai Hung Yu‘s groundbreaking PhD research offers fresh insights into its complexities. On June 14, 2024, Ms. Alice
Dear Colleagues and Friends, The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD) is excited to announce the second ISCSD Book Talk series, featuring Prof. Edward Shaughnessy’s book on
We are delighted to inform you about the publication of the latest issue of the International Journal of Divination and Prognostication previously announced in March. What Volume 5,
Prof. Michael Lackner, President of the ISCSD, served as the moderator for the inaugural episode of the CAS-E podcast, produced on April 11, 2024. This first episode featured a captivating
We are delighted to have Elena Valussi and Matthias Schumann, along with some contributors to their edited volume on spirit-writing, as our speakers for the first session of the series.
Dear Colleagues and Friends, The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD) is excited to announce the launch of the ISCSD Book Talk series. The ISCSD Book Talk
The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD) is excited to introduce a new initiative: the ISCSD Book Talk. The ISCSD Book Talk aims to highlight the outstanding
The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination is excited to announce that Dice and Gods on the Silk Road: Chinese Buddhist Dice Divination in Transcultural Context, vol. 7
We are pleased to announce that all articles published in the International Journal of Divination and Prognostication are now retrospectively cataloged in RelBib, an esteemed international academic online bibliography for
Dear ISCSD members, The ISCSD is informed that the deadline for submission of symposium proposals has been extended to May 1st (not April 1st) for the 27th International Congress of History
The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD) is pleased to announce the forthcoming release of the first issue of the International Journal of Divination and Prognostication (IJDP)
The International Society for the Critical Study of Divination (ISCSD) is thrilled to announce its call for participation in the upcoming 27th International Congress of History of Science and Technology,
Embarking on a journey that transcends geographical boundaries and cultural divides, Prof. Michael Lackner, President of our Society, recently paid a visit to Taiwan, a land rich in history, tradition,
Theories and practices of divination within Islamic traditions have often been misunderstood, marginalized, and even condemned as irrational or superstitious. Despite facing suspicion from official religious institutions and state authorities,
We are thrilled to announce that the International Journal of Divination and Prognostication has been accepted for coverage in Scopus, one of the world’s largest abstract and citation databases for
Lackner, Michael, and Zhao Lu, eds. Handbook of Divination and Prognostication in China, Part One: Introduction to the Field. Leiden: Brill, 2022. doi: https://doi.org/10.1163/9789004514263 We are pleased to announce the release
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