Corrupting Language
Diagnosing Definition During the Pandemic
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1558/bsor.18875Keywords:
Health, Sierra Lawson, Steven Ramey, Craig Martin, George Orwell, Definition, Karl Popper, World Health Organization, Center for Disease Control, COVID, COVID-19, Daniel Callahan, Knowledge, Language, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Wellness, SpiritualityAbstract
The problem of definition is a well-known concern for scholars of religion. Far from being a scholarly preoccupation, the issue has particular relevance in the health care profession. This article discusses how the dynamics of definition impact public policy and perceptions of health, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also advocates for scholars to model critical reflexivity in their research on religion and health care, among other matters.
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