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Do economic determinants influence a faith phenomenon? Analysis of international pilgrimages to the Shrine of Fátima

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The economy is part of everyday life in modern societies and is a crucial determinant of social well-being. For this reason, it is important to observe how economic determinants can influence a fundamental social phenomenon: faith. This paper analyzes how economic determinants influence international pilgrimages to the Shrine of Fátima (Portugal). A data panel from 2008 to 2022 was constructed, and a panel ARDL model was estimated. The results confirm the relationship between economics and homo religiosus. The cost of transportation, national income, unemployment, globalization, and inflation influence the international pilgrimages to Fátima.

Source: HORIZONTE - Revista de Estudos de Teologia e Ciências da Religião

DOI: 10.5752/p.2175-5841.2023v21n65e216503

Authors: Matheus Belucio, José Alberto Fuinhas, Carlos Vieira, Gutemberg Xavier dos Santos

Institutions: University of Beira Interior, University of Coimbra, University of Évora, Centro de Estudos e Formação Avançada em Gestão e Economia

Language: English

Topic: Religious Tourism and Spaces

Subfield: Geography, Planning and Development

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: Centro de Estudos Avançados em Gestão e Economia, Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia