Subjective Nearness-to-Death and COVID-19 Worries Among Ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel: The Moderating Role of Israeli Identity and Sense of Community.
J Relig Health
; 63(1): 838-850, 2024 Feb.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38216833
ABSTRACT
The Ultra-Orthodox community in Israel is characterized by close everyday contact and a strong sense of community. While the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in global uncertainty, fear, and fatalities, this group was particularly affected by the pandemic. Accordingly, the current study examines whether subjective nearness-to-death was associated with increased COVID-19 concerns, and whether Israeli identity and sense of community moderate this association. Data were gathered from 255 Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Jews, and results yielded a significant link between subjective nearness-to-death and COVID-19 worries, moderated by both moderators. Results are discussed in line with terror management theory, and theoretical/practical implications are suggested.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Jews
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COVID-19
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
J Relig Health
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Israel
Country of publication:
United States