Essence Of Life Research Articles

Te Mauri—whānau mana motuhake: supportive care for whānau Māori living with cancer

This article describes the origins and development of Te Mauri (the life essence), a unique Māori (Indigenous people of New Zealand) public health and well-being programme aimed at addressing critical gaps in knowledge about supportive cancer care for whānau (families) living with cancer in Aotearoa (New Zealand). Te Mauri is a kaupapa Māori (Māori philosophy) public health initiative having a whānau ora (family well-being) approach, so is based not on the individual, or patient, but within whānau and the core role of communities in relation to the provision of cancer care, the promotion of recovery from cancer, and the maintenance of well-being for current and future generations. Te Mauri makes an important contribution to expanding mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) and the range of Indigenous models of care so that cancer service provision is improved for the benefit of all those who are on a cancer journey.

Bacterial Sex and Death: Darwirigaray and Life Death

This article discusses the New Materialist interest in biology and agency, drawing on Elizabeth Grosz's Becoming Undone, a work that provides a feminist ontology of life based on sexual difference. Grosz presents a ‘cross-fertilized’ reading of Charles Darwin and Luce Irigaray, placing them in what she calls the vitalist philosophy of ‘the question of life’. In order to conceptualize life, she posits sexual reproduction as the philosophical essence of life in terms of the maximalization of creativity, productivity (overabundance) and diversity. In this context the article contrasts this vision with Jacques Derrida's reading, in Life Death, of the notion of life based on sexual reproduction in François Jacob's The Logic of Life, with particular attention to Jacob's discussions of sexual reproduction and death. Read in the light of Derrida's insights, Grosz's deployment of this vitalist discourse of infinite productivity necessarily misses complexity in the notion of life that she develops.

The Temporal Continuity: Temple, Theatre and Anthropology

Traditionally, temples have been spaces meant for religious and spiritual activities— meditation, sacrifice, devotion and worship. Historically, temples have been understood as the dwelling spaces of spirits/gods. Therefore, they were natural sites of the community socialisation and exchanges. In Hinduism, temples are designed to bring human beings and gods together in a spiritual destination. Gradually, temples evolved and represented the economy, art, belief, faith and traditions of community or communities. All of these elements of the cosmic world such as good, evil and human are incorporated in temples. Basically, these are for reflecting the powers of unknown forces that are present in nature. These elements of the cosmic world are incorporated in the temples along with the cyclic notion of time. The essence of life was represented symbolically through dharma, kama, artha, moksa and karma, and temples became naturally chosen sites to represent these aspects. However, throughout the ages, temples have undergone transformations. Due to this, temples are historical sites for understanding the historical processes and happenings around the temple structures. As time passed, temples became the surviving examples of temporal continuity. Through this article, an attempt has been made to highlight the temporal continuity around a few temples, cultures and shrines of Rajasthan. The constant—continuity and change—pushed temporality as an essential feature which needs to be highlighted for a fuller understanding of the heterogeneous nature of the Thar Desert and its society.

INSECURE ON THE PERSPECTIVE OF TAFSĪR AL-JAYLĀNĪ

Insecurity has now become a common thing that affects many people. Many people worry about their future or feel inferior when facing reality or interacting with others. Excessive worry can prevent someone from doing activities or doing something. Insecurity can be a disease that disrupts people's mental health. If not handled well, anxiety, low self-esteem, and feeling unable to accept oneself completely, including feeling inferior, can make someone prefer to be alone and what is most worrying is that when insecurity is not handled well, there is a risk of increasing cases of suicide. Insecurity can be caused by many things, including changes in the environment and times. Materialism results in the loss of the essence of life, which leads to a crisis of meaning, values ​​, and spirituality. Spiritual values ​​can help someone avoid insecurity. A spiritual crisis and mental well-being can trigger emotional anxiety. This research aims to explore the Al-Qur'an's views regarding the phenomenon of insecurity in Tafsīr al-Jaylānī. From an Islamic perspective, the solution to overcoming insecurity includes obedience to Allah, humility, and patience. This research method is qualitative with a character thematic approach. Although al-Jaylānī does not discuss insecurity explicitly, he emphasizes the importance of repentance and returning to spiritual values. The implications of the interpretation show that the Qur'an provides solutions through obedience, patience, and strengthening self-confidence.

박경리 후기 산문의 여성성과 정치성 - 『원주통신』 연작을 중심으로

Park Kyung-ri's collection of prose (1994), “Wonju News Agency-The Dreamer Create,” “New Wonju News Agency-The Delusion for Hypothesis” (2007), and “The Pain of Life”(2004) are articles that show the feminine foundation of the idea of life, which is the main point of Park Kyung-ri's literature. It is a self-narrative that cannot be dismissed as a simple experience and observation of daily life, and a style of the late years when the author acquired his identity as a civilization critic and environmental activist. Park Kyung-ri confessed her emptiness and pessimism through the free and loose form of prose, while discovering “Life” and “Care” as values of civilization that could overcome this sense of despair. It was an enlightenment gripped by experiential knowledge and critical dissection of the 20th century history, which was dominated by memories of pain that persisted that could not be dismissed as “centimentism,” compassion for life, and logic of power. In particular, animals need to be carefully considered in that they were decisive beings in proclaiming symbiosis and care with nature as human universal ethics by paying attention to vulnerability, the essence of life, and convinced of the value of culture, aesthetic imagination, and practical movement against human-centered development.

Metamorphosis of Tradition: Dong Arts from Folk Dong Painting to Contemporary Expressions

The Dong ethnic minority in southwest China possesses a distinctive cultural heritage. Dong's painting emerges as a unique and diverse form within Dong's artistic endeavors, capturing the essence of daily life among the Dong people. Regrettably, Dong paintings often endure neglect compared to the more recognized Dong architectural art. To revive appreciation for Dong culture, this study delves into traditional Dong folk paintings, aiming to discern various painting types and explore the impact of these traditional forms on contemporary Dong paintings. The similarities and differences between traditional Dong folk painting and contemporary Dong painting are obtained through the investigation and artistic practice of the Dong nationality. It mainly focuses on literature analysis, case studies, and art practice-based research. This investigation reveals that contemporary Dong paintings continue incorporating and reinterpreting symbols, architectural motifs, and dress patterns from traditional Dong folk art. This continuity in artistic expression contributes significantly to preserving and disseminating Dong culture in evolving artistic forms.

Science and Islamic ethics: Navigating artificial womb technology through Quranic principles

This paper explores the complex interplay between scientific innovation and religious ethics, with a specific focus on the ethical implications of Artificial Womb Technology (AWT) as interpreted through the lens of Quranic teachings on the essence of life. The objective is to meld the burgeoning field of reproductive technologies with the foundational principles of Islamic theology through an examination of Islamic jurisprudential rulings, contemporary bioethical discourse and innovations in reproductive technology. In addition to attention given to the compatibility of AWT with Islamic teachings concerning the sanctity of life, there is also a focus on the concept of motherhood and the preservation of family structure. This study undertakes an extensive exploration of both historical and contemporary interpretations of Islamic precepts, culminating in the establishment of an ethical framework. This framework is designed to harmonise religious doctrines with the exigencies of reproductive science by proposing normative guidelines for the ethical implementation of AWT and similar technologies. This paper makes a substantial contribution to academic discourse on science and religion by integrating advancements in reproductive health technology with moral principles intrinsic to the Islamic faith.

Reading Gender Stereotypes in Printed Advertisements

Semiotics describes how advertising messages manipulate the connection between ‘meaning’ and ‘reality’ by investigating how already determined meanings are attributed to given products, thus establishing methods of decoding their true meaning. Therefore, the central theme of the semiotic approach to advertising is establishing a connection between meaning and reality. To that extent, semiotics as the science of signs is not an abstract study but rather reflects the essence of social life emphasizing the multi-layered and dynamic character of meaning creation. Advertising messages, therefore, have as much meaning as they have ‘readers’. This research aimed to establish a connection between gender stereotypes and advertising messages, i.e. to point out the main gender stereotypes shown in advertising messages, and to determine whether, in the new century, there have been changes in the way and contexts of the portrayal of women and men in advertisements compared to of the same in the past. A total of 31 advertising messages displayed in a women’s magazine were examined. A detailed analysis of the visual representation of female and male bodies, symbols, body positioning, and products was conducted. Messages are direct and open. Human bodies are glorified by emphasizing a healthy, well-shaped, well-groomed female and male body as a symbol of the extension of the species. It has also been noted that advertising messages reflect changes in society and social expectations among members of both sexes.

Transforming Nutritional Value into Commercial Gain: The Impact of Intensive Food Production

Two thousand years have passed since Hippocrates (Hippocrates of Kos, 460 BC) coined the famous phrase: "let food be your medicine", with which he wanted to indicate the high biological value of food and its therapeutic content. But in the time of Hippocrates, man and food went hand in hand to provide all the resources and nutrients essential for survival. Two thousand years later, the industrial revolution completely overturned that profound bond. Food has lost its natural biological and therapeutic value, and has been replaced by symbolic contents, surrogates of the original meaning, but essential for a society based on consumption. Furthermore, the symbiotic bond between man and mother nature, which represents the essence of life itself, has been broken, making us lose track of our origins. The need to implement production to satisfy the growing global demand for food has led to the use of chemical substances that are effective in combating biological pests that destroy foodstuffs. These substances remain throughout the production chain even after transformation into ready-to-eat foods. So, if on the one hand chemistry has solved production problems, on the other it has generated serious consequences for the health of consumers. The objective of this work is promoting consumer food awareness for responsible and sustainable consumption of food.

Life should be redefined

Understanding the nature of life and its propensity for reproduction has long been a question that humans aspire to answer. Reproduction, a defining characteristic of life, fundamentally involves the replication of genetic material, be it DNA or RNA. The driving force behind this replication process has always intrigued scientists. In recent years, theories involving selfish genes, the RNA world, and entropic forces have been proposed by some scholars. These theories seem to suggest that life, as we know it, exists solely in Earth’s environment and is based on a single type of genetic material, either DNA or RNA. However, if we broaden our definition of life to include any replicable molecules, we might be able to transcend traditional thought. This could potentially enhance our understanding of the impetus behind DNA replication and provide deeper insights into the essence of life.

철학상담으로서 실천가능한 철학교육 모든 가치의 전도

The true value of philosophy is that philosophy should not only pursue theoretical truth but should also play a role in participating in and helping with the pain of life. Therefore, the practical possibilities of philosophy can be found in philosophical counseling. In his early The Birth of Tragedy(1876), Nietzsche recovered ‘Heiterkeit’through Greek tragedy that touches the essence of life, and in Thus Spoke Zarathustra(1883-5), he explored the truth or gained freedom. It shows how to reach Übermensch,’an existential human being who creates new values, through the three stages of mental change that a person must go through. For Nietzsche, the ‘Übermensch’ is a person who finds and achieves meaning in a meaningless life, is an educator who is an example of humanity's self-overcoming and is a new human image that shows the practicability of liberal education. In the Western philosophy world, since the 1980s, a new movement has emerged under the names of Philosophische Praxis and Philosophical Counseling by Gerd B. Achenbach, Germany, to overcome the practical difficulties of philosophy. Nietzsche’s ‘conversion of all values’can show the practical possibility of philosophical education leading to philosophical counseling. The ideal and goal of Nietzsche's philosophy was true education to achieve self-liberation as a human being who educates himself. Now, we would like to look at the core values of Nietzsche's education, which overcomes God and realizes the value as a liberator, in relation to philosophical counseling that helps each human being understand and act in life.

Return to the Mental Interpretation of the Nature of Life

Bringing consciousness into the realm of the mind and returning the mind to the essence of life, the core is how to place the self of life. It is necessary to provide answers within the realm of the central intelligence of life and explore its natural realization in order to overcome the difficulty of consciousness. Firstly, in our view, consciousness is merely a common interpretation of the state of the mind, which is essentially integrated into life and contained in life traits. Therefore, the interpretation of the mind should be projected onto the characteristics of life itself and project onto phenomena. Understanding the mind also requires solving some basic problems and establishing interpretation norms: firstly, the basis of argument is to establish three classification concepts for objects in the sense of structure function: non self energy system, self energy system, and quasi self energy system, in order to determine a sphere of existence for life and the central intelligence of life, and to explain the available effects and spiritual phenomena of the mind; Secondly, in order to overcome the problem of the use of names for the detriment of the meaning of the word, issues such as mind and intelligence, mind and brain in mental understanding were distinguished, and the real-life experiences of consciousness were questioned. The problems in the understanding of mind such as mind and intelligence, mind and brain, and traces the reality of what happens to consciousness. Then, a summary statement was made on the occurrence and evolution of life, as well as the spiritual phenomena that arise with the supply and use effect of the mind. From the perspective of availability, based on the biological value of life control, the sense of dependence on motion, the functionality of memory, image and image flow editing, and self reflection and self illumination, the possible abilities of the mind were stated.

LEGACY OF A LUMINARY: CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF PROFESSOR STAVROS J. BALOYANNIS IN THE REALM OF NEUROSCIENCE

This paper pays homage to Professor Stavros J. Baloyannis, a towering figure in the field of neuroscience, whose contributions have profoundly influenced our understanding of neuromorphology and neurodegenerative diseases. Renowned for his groundbreaking work on dendritic spines, mitochondrial pathology, and the application of electron microscopy in neuroanatomy, Professor Baloyannis's research has been pivotal in elucidating the pathophysiology of conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Beyond his scientific achievements, he was a dedicated educator and mentor, nurturing a generation of neuroscientists with his passion for discovery and rigorous scientific approach. His humanistic qualities, interdisciplinary focus, and collaborative spirit further distinguished his career. This tribute encapsulates the essence of Professor Baloyannis's life's work, reflecting on his enduring legacy in neuroscience, his inspirational role in shaping future scientific minds, and the ongoing relevance of his research in contemporary neuroscience. As the field continues to evolve, his contributions remain a cornerstone, guiding and inspiring ongoing and future research endeavors.

Персуазивная роль этнонимов в испанском электоральном дискурсе

The article examines the persuasive impact of ethnonyms and ethnic categories on the voters in Spanish electoral discourse. In the modern world, the mechanisms of political communication are generating a growing interest. It is explained by the influence of political processes on all spheres of society, the fate of peoples and entire states, and the interests of every citizen. Therefore, political problems remain relevant at all times. The important role of electoral discourse, which has a pronounced persuasive effect on the voters, should be highlighted. When struggling for power, leaders and representatives of Spanish political parties, naturally, strive to establish trust, exert a certain emotional impact on potential voters and induce them to make the “correct” electoral decision, i.e. to vote for their party. It should be noted that persuasiveness has not only an argumentative, but also a manipulative component, forcing an addressee to act in the interests of the sender of the message. One of the persuasive speech mechanisms of Spanish electoral discourse is the use of ethnonyms in the election programmes of political parties. Ethnonyms contain valuable historical, ethnographic, cultural and linguistic information and, accordingly, cover the religious, cultural and historical spheres, as well as play an important role in intercultural communication. Ethnic identity includes the desire of peoples to preserve their identity, the uniqueness of their culture, language and worldview. Ethnonyms allow native speakers to identify their own traits and stereotypes. The essence of cultural, spiritual and political life is revealed through language. Thus, the study of ethnonyms and ethnic categories, as well as their functions in political discourse, is an urgent task of modern linguistics.

Yusuf in The Well: Contemporary Prophet and His Self-Search in Abdulrazak Gurnah’s Paradise

It cannot be denied that art and literature constitute an important part of life. Artists are master individuals who hold a mirror to life and create their works by distilling the essence of life into them. Artists are responsible individuals who do not turn their backs on the realities of the society they live in but transform those realities into art by using their ability to re-construct it. For hundreds of years, they have been inspired by the religious and cultural codes of the societies they live in and use them as raw materials for their art. One of these master artists, African-born Abdulrazak Gurnah, who is also one of the contemporary British writers, is one of those who masterfully fictionalizes reality like his previous generations of writers. The author fictionalizes, in Paradise, the Qur’anic story of Prophet Yusuf and creates a modern prophet. In the novel, the author, who centers his narrative on themes such as rootlessness, slavery, and marginalization, tries to highlight the problems that African societies are subjected to. In this study, the real-life story of Prophet Yusuf and the African Yusuf, who is a fictional character, will be examined in the context of religion and fiction, and the difficulties faced by Yusuf character during his identity formation and self-development will be examined.

An Equity-Based Research Agenda to Promote Social Inclusion and Belonging for People With IDD.

Having a sense of social inclusion and belonging, typically characterized by our personal relationships and community participation, is the central essence of life for most people, yet it remains elusive for many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This article summarizes the work of a diverse group of researchers and advocates to propose 6 big-picture, equity-based goals to drive future research in the field: (1) understanding the role of intersectionality, (2) understanding intimate relationships, (3) promoting formation of communities of care to support social inclusion, (4) understanding life course trajectories of social inclusion, (5) understanding social inclusion in virtual spaces, and (6) understanding how to promote social inclusion in the entire research process.

Between Enchantment and the Image-spirit (utupë): the essence of the image

This work develops the first chapter of my doctoral thesis. It presents an unprecedented approach to the relationship between the Enchantment of the Tremembé indigenous people – beings of the forest that are present in the Tremembé cosmogony –, and the Spirit-Image (utupë) of the Yanomani indigenous people – the true interior of forest beings in the Yanomani cosmogony. The central question arises: Is the Spirit-Image (utupë) necessary to see Enchantment? The chapter problematizes indigenous knowledge from these peoples separated by their identity, but who share the belief in forest beings and their representations within each cosmovision.Finally, the connection between these two concepts is questioned, which share the (in)visibility, the representation of mythical ancestors and the ability to keep images as the essence of life.

『주역』의 생명철학으로 보는 ‘생명 존중’에 대한 고찰

Nowadays, phenomenons such as pandemic, war, infanticide, etc. make us realize the severity of disregards-for-life and the importance of value-of-life. The term life-value includes the meaning of respect-for-life. Respect-for-life is an idea that values all living things and gives value to all life. Respect for life naturally leads to fear of life, which is called ‘reverence-for-life’ or ‘fear-for-life’. Life is extremely precious and deserves to be fully protected, but humanity is immature and often fails to maintain its natural attitude towards life and neglects or damages life. In 『Zhouyì』, the idea of respect-for-life is described as ‘Ceaseless Production(生生)’. 『Zhouyì』 understands the world and the entire universe as an eternal cycle with no beginning or end. Ceaseless Production(生生) means living and living. In this study, the structure of life philosophy is discussed focusing on 「Gyesajeon」, one of Ten Wings(十翼) of 『Zhouyì』. In 「Gyesajeon」, the cyclical process of Ceaseless Production(生生不息), in other words ‘birth and birth again’, is revealed based on the communion of heavenandearth-QianKun(天地乾坤) and Virtuous Concordance of Yin and Yang(陰陽合德). The study also reviews the essence and principles of life in the universe and how it changes and circulates based on the life principles of Qiando(乾道) and Kundo(坤道) and the principles of Yi-jian(易簡) from 「Gyesajeon」, the practice of Doeui(道義) through Cheng-seong (成性), the reality of gwisin(鬼神), and an analysis of the philosophical concept of life circulation. Furthermore, the role and significance of life philosophy from 『Zhouyì』 were considered in regards to social issues related to life occurring in modern society and the way to move from disregards-for-life to Respect-for-life was suggested.

Exploring the Ethical and Technical Data of Machine Consciousness: Hazards, Implications, and Future Directions

The study of machine consciousness has a wide range of potential and problems as it sits at the intersection of ethics, technology, and philosophy. This work explores the deep issues related to the effort to comprehend and maybe induce awareness in machines. Technically, developments in artificial intelligence, neurology, and cognitive science are required to bring about machine awareness. True awareness is still a difficult to achieve objective, despite significant progress being made in creating AI systems that are capable of learning and solving problems. The implications of machine awareness are profound in terms of ethics. Determining a machine's moral standing and rights would be crucial if it were to become sentient. It is necessary to give careful attention to the ethical issues raised by the development of sentient beings, the abuse of sentient machines, and the moral ramifications of turning off sentient technologies. Philosophically, the presence of machine consciousness may cast doubt on our conceptions of identity, consciousness, and the essence of life. It could cause us to reevaluate how we view mankind and our role in the cosmos. It is imperative that machine awareness grow responsibly in light of these challenges. The purpose of this study is to provide light on the present status of research, draw attention to possible hazards and ethical issues, and offer recommendations for safely navigating this emerging subject. We want to steer the evolution of machine consciousness in a way that is both morally just and technologically inventive by promoting an educated and transparent discourse.

KONTEMPLASI TINDAK TUTUR DIREKTIF DALAM KITAB SUCI TRIPITAKA DHAMMAPADA SYAIR DANDAVAGGA

This research aims to describe the use of directive speech acts found in the Dandavagga Chapter of theTripitaka Dhammapada Holy Book. This research data was taken from various sources of speech actliterature studies and the Tripitaka holy book, namely the Dhammapada Chapter of Dandavagga whichcontains 13 holy verses. The methodology used uses a qualitative approach. The results of the researchfound based on in-depth discussion and analysis illustrate the pattern of trends in the type of directivespeech, namely advice is found most often at 7, warning at 4, command at 1, invitation at 0, andprohibition at 1. The directive speech act of advice is the most dominant speech act. In the Dandavaggapoetry, it is perpendicular to the stated aim, namely providing advice to mankind, emphasizing howimportant it is to avoid evil acts, avoid inappropriate actions that can lead to punishment, and achievethe essence of life, namely happiness