Humanistic social work theorizations in the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10
(25–37): A Directed Qualitative Content Analysis
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 19225537 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Robert Kudakwashe Chigangaidze (0000-0002-3597-8776, Wellbeing of Women, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Pages | 1-20 |
| Publication date | 2026-05-09 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work Social Thought (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1542-6432 • E-ISSN: 1542-6440 |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/15426432.2026.2668579 |
| OpenAlex | W7160719950 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 51 |
The article utilizes a directed qualitative content analysis to examine how humanistic theoretical constructs can be applied to the parable of the Good Samaritan. Drawing on existentialist, transpersonal, and constructivist psychological domains that inform humanistic social work, the analysis explores the parable’s relevance for contemporary practice. Sub-themes including situated freedom, responsibility, spirituality, transcendence, compassionate social action, political consciousness, and personal meaning are identified through both manifest and latent analysis of the narrative. The discussion considers how the humanistic dimensions of the Good Samaritan parable relate to current grand challenges in the social work profession. The findings suggest that the parable offers a valuable illustration of humanistic principles that can inform and enrich social work practice. This analysis is limited to deductive analysis that is directed by the themes emerging from the Handbook of Humanistic Psychology – a field that influences Humanistic Social Work
Content (measure theory) · Content analysis · Ethnography · Form of the Good · Humanism · Qualitative research · Work (physics) · Biblical Studies and Interpretation · Christian Theology and Mission · Contemporary Christian Leadership and Education
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| Highly cited | No |