Religious ethos as a factor of regulation of journalists’ work: theoretical prerequisites and practical barriers

Section: Media Law

Article describes the preconditions for increasing influence of religious factor on journalism practices in Russia. Author suggests the interpretation of "religious ethos" category, names the problem in articulation and perception of religious ethos in modern Russian society, comes to a conclusion that real participation of religious communities in social dialogue in moral sphere is necessary. Article presents the results of analysis of media texts on religious topics. The main problems in this field are formulated, the dysfunctions of journalism in coverage of religious life are examined.