Analysis of the dimensions of religiosity of couples involved in extramarital relationships: A qualitative study

Document Type : Scientific extension

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1 Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, Grand Ayatollah Boroujerdi University ,Corresponding Author, Lorestan, Iran

2 Assistant Professor, Department of Islamic Education, Grand Ayatollah Boroujerdi University, Lorestan, Iran

3 Graduate of Master of Sociology, Grand Ayatollah Boroujerdi University, Lorestan, Iran

Abstract

Extramarital affairs is one of the most important factors threatening family peace and stability, which has devastating effects on the individual, family and society.
Considering the importance of the role of religion in self-control of individuals and moral and social security of society, the present study aims to investigate the doctrinal and practical dimensions of religiosity of couples involved in extramarital relationships. The data of this qualitative study were collected through semi-structured interviews and the phenomenological method was used to analyze the data.
Using theoretical and purposeful sampling method, 20 couples who have committed adultery at least once in their married life were interviewed.
Findings of the study indicate a lack of practical and belief in the religious values of couples involved in extramarital affairs.
As a result of the weakness of the couple's religious beliefs and entering into extramarital affairs, significant damage is done to the family and society.

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  • Receive Date: 31 October 2018
  • Revise Date: 07 December 2018
  • Accept Date: 11 January 2019

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