Call for Papers – First Issue 2027 Temptation
Temptation is among the most enduring and complex dimensions of human experience. It lies at the intersection of freedom, desire, morality, vulnerability, imagination, and transcendence. In the Christian tradition, temptation is not merely associated with moral failure, but also with discernment, spiritual struggle, growth in virtue, and the search for authenticity. Contemporary societies likewise confront new forms of temptation linked to technology, power, consumerism, identity, sexuality, political influence, and digital culture.
The first issue of Melita Theologica for 2027 invites scholars to explore the theme “Temptation” from interdisciplinary and theological perspectives.
Submissions should not exceed 10,000 words, including footnotes, and should follow the Chicago Manual of Style. All submissions will undergo double-blind peer review and, if accepted for publication, an Article Processing Charge of € 200 will apply.
Articles should be submitted in Word format to ray.zammit@um.edu.mt.
Submission Timeline:
Abstracts: Please submit an abstract (200-300 words) to ray.zammit@um.edu.mt as soon as possible, but not later than 15 September 2026.
Notification of Acceptance: Contributors will be informed about the acceptance of their abstracts by 30 September 2026.
Completed Articles: Final articles should be submitted by 15 December 2026, so that the double-blind peer review process can start.It would be an honour to have your contribution to this issue. Publication of the issue is scheduled for the first half of 2027.
For submission guidelines and further information, please visit: https://www.um.edu.mt/
