Symbolic Meaning Research Articles

ANTI-SUICIDE CAMPAIGN STUDY GORONTALO & SOUTH SUMATERA PROVINCIAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT POSTERS 2019

Suicide is the most common cause of death, becoming a humanitarian emergency case, which threatens the survival of the nation's next generation. In the anti-suicide campaign, posters are used as information media. The purpose of the study was to examine the symbolic meaning and visual elements in the design of campaign posters, 2 Health Offices (Gorontalo Province and South Sumatra). The method used was qualitative with Van Zoest's semiotic approach (syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic analysis). The results showed that the posters had visual representations of emotions: darkness, loneliness, or hopelessness; the poster narratives contained motivating quotes and information on aid resources. In conclusion, the visual elements on the poster form a visual message in raising awareness to combat suicide. The impact of the research is that it can educate, reduce the stigma of suicide, and help policy makers and designers design campaign posters with appropriate messages and effective strategies

The Symbolic Meaning of Lomang in the Wedding Procession of the Minangkabau People in Nagari Guguak VIII Koto, Guguak Sub-District, 50 Kota District

Penelitian ini berlokasi di Nagari Guguak VIII Koto Kecamatan Guguak Kabupaten 50 Kota. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui rangkaian prosesi makan lomang dalam pernikahan masyarakat Minangkabau di Nagari Guguak VIII Koto Kecamatan guguak Kabupaten 50 Kota dan untuk mengetahui makna simbolik lomang pada prosesi makan lomang di Nagari Guguak VIII Koto Keacamatan Guguak Kabupaten 50 Kota. Penelitian ini menurut pendekatan analitik merupakan kualitatif deskriptif. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan teknik pengumpulan data mulai dari observasi langsung, wawancara mendalam, dokumentasi dan triangulasi. Subjek penelitian yakni satu orang key infroman dan empat orang informan yang merupakan masyarakat asli Nagari Guguak VIII Koto yang pernah melaksanakan prosesi makan lomang tersebut sebelumnya. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimbulkan bahwa makna simbolik lomang pada prosesi pernikahan masyarakat Minangkabau di Nagari Guguak VIII Koto Kecamatan Guguak Kabupaten 50 Kota yakni sebagai simbol silahturahmi awal mempunyai niat yang suci karna lomang terbuat dari beras ketan putih, bambu pada lomang bermakna kekuatan yang utuh dan daun pisang yang membungkus lomang merupakan sebagai agama, karna segala sesuatu kehidupan tiangnya pada agama

Study Theological Approach on Abortion Actions based on Psalm 139:13 and the Responsibility of Today’s Church Leaders

The church is a community united by the Lord Jesus Christ, empowered to be witnesses, agents, and examples. However, reality shows that the church often tends to be closed off and does not consistently practice God's love and justice, whether towards its congregation, among church organizations, or towards the surrounding environment, particularly concerning the issue of abortion among teenagers and young people. This study aims to analyse abortion in light of Psalm 139:13 and outline contemporary church leaders' responsibilities. The methodology employed is qualitative, using a literature-based approach (library research) grounded in hermeneutical study. Hermeneutics universally refers to the theoretical and methodological process of understanding the meanings of signs and symbols used in verbal or non-verbal communication. The approach used is the grammatical-historical study approach. The results of this research indicate that abortion of unwanted foetuses is inconsistent with biblical teachings; therefore, contemporary church leaders have a responsibility to nurture the morality of youth to help them avoid engaging in premarital sex, which could lead to abortion.

상상력, 무로부터의 창조

This essay attempts to read three scenes of The Prelude by William Wordsworth, using as guiding thread what Kir Kuiken articulates with regard to the concept of imagination in his book, Imagined Sovereignties: Toward a New Political Romanticism. In order to bring Kuiken’s articulation of imagination to bear on the psychoanalytic concept of the void of the Thing, the essay will make a detour through the notion of creation ex nihilo that Jacques Lacan introduces in his book, The Ethics of Psychoanalysis. The notion of creation ex nihilo should not be taken to imply the process in which something is created from nothing. At stake here is nothing less than the simultaneity between the construction of the symbolic meaning and the introduction of a void. What Lacan elaborates regarding the creation ex nihilo is worth dwelling upon in that it allows us to problematize the opposition of subject and nature, past and present, whole and part which has functioned as the basic theme in the previous readings of The Prelude. The analysis of Wordsworth’s recounting of his passage across the Alps in book six of the Prelude is centered primarily on the way in which the missed crossing of the Alps is (re-)constructed in the ode to the imagination that follows. The episode of the blind beggar in book seven is especially important for grasping the logic that makes the ‘whole’ and the ‘part’ inextricable from but at the same time irreducible to each other. The reading of book eight begins with a consideration of the two “nows” in the passage of Wordsworth’s entrance into London. This leads us to formulate the singular way in which the first “now” is intermingled with the second “now,” instead of trying to figure out the extent to which the significance of the first “now” can be restored through the second “now.”

EVOLUTION OF LOVE: EXAMINING BELLE AND THE BEAST'S RELATIONSHIP IN “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST”

The tale of "Beauty and the Beast" has captivated audiences for generations, with its timeless message of love, acceptance, and the transformative power of inner beauty. This article, "Evolution of Love: Examining Belle and the Beast's Relationship in 'Beauty and the Beast,'" explores the development of the relationship between Belle, a compassionate young woman, and the Beast, a prince cursed due to his selfish nature. By analyzing key versions of the story, including those by De Beaumont and Villeneuve, and drawing from a range of scholarly perspectives, the study examines the characters' evolution, symbolic elements, and socio-cultural and psychological implications of their relationship. The literature review highlights various interpretations, focusing on the symbolic meanings of elements like the enchanted rose, and how they contribute to the narrative's themes of transformation and redemption. The article also discusses modern adaptations and their resonance with contemporary audiences, particularly in terms of psychological themes and societal expectations. The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of love in "Beauty and the Beast." Objectives include analyzing character development, exploring symbolic elements, assessing socio-cultural contexts, and evaluating psychological perspectives. The methodology involves a multifaceted approach, including a literature review, character analysis, symbolic analysis, socio-cultural analysis, and comparative analysis. The findings suggest that "Beauty and the Beast" offers a rich narrative that challenges traditional gender roles and societal norms while emphasizing the importance of empathy and compassion. By examining the relationship between Belle and the Beast through various theoretical lenses, the article provides deeper insights into the complexities and enduring appeal of this timeless tale.

RANGNI KO'RSATGAN LEKSEMALARNING MA'NO XUSUSIYATI

The article analyzed the opinions about the presence of lexemes expressing color in Turkish languages. Colors in the culture of each nation have their own symbolic meaning, that is, colors are an expressive factor of the nation's culture.

Is there also a hidden health cue in the background? The impact of natural imagery on product attitude in food marketing

Prior studies have primarily concentrated on the role of food imagery, which depicts the food itself or its ingredients, in conveying food messages, with less emphasis on background imagery. Background imagery, which often carries symbolic or metaphorical meanings through the depiction of food-related and non-food-related subjects, also serves as a vital medium for communicating food messages. This study investigates the role of natural imagery, a type of background imagery, in transmitting health-related attributes of food. This study employed an implicit association test (IAT) alongside three scenario experiments. The findings demonstrate that natural imagery triggers a health association with food, leading to a favorable product attitude, referred to as the “health metaphor effect.” Subsequently, the boundary conditions for this effect were examined, revealing its presence in healthy product categories as opposed to unhealthy ones. Building upon these findings, the study also assessed the influence of food imagery in food visuals on the role of natural imagery. The result indicates that, for healthy foods, the health metaphor effect is more pronounced when the food imagery is depicted in a processed (vs. raw) state.

«Нива Божья»: организация и благоустройство православных кладбищ конца XIX — начала XX века в отражении церковной публицистики

The article analyzes the ideas of the Orthodox clergy about cemeteries related to their management, profitability, improvement, assessments of the state of this space, determined by the location of the cemetery in system of values, symbolic meanings and normative emotional models. The study revealed a contradiction between the appearance of the vast majority of urban and rural cemeteries and the idea of the clergy about the "proper" in this area. It was considered what was included in the concept of an “ideal cemetery” and what obstacles prevented the realization of this ideal: an inefficient administrative system, a lack of funds and enthusiasm from both the clergy and parishioners, especially in rural areas, as well as conflicting ideas about the attitude towards cemeteries in church ideology and in traditional folk culture, which was characterized by fear of the “unclean place” and the desire to avoid the dead, which was not typical for the clergy, better educated and professionally accustomed to the spectacle of ordinary death.In addition, the measures of the clergy to introduce the “correct order” of the organization of the cemetery space were studied: criticism of the inaction of the clergy, attempts to influence the priests through religious and value motivation and practical recommendations for bringing the appearance of the cemeteries in line with the “proper”; coupled with this, preaching to the people with various ways of argumentation and forms of emotional impact, including appealing to the idea of Christian virtue and duty, respect for dead ancestors and “kinship feeling”, arousing fear of possible punishment from above for neglecting the “holy place”, awakening national-confessional competitiveness.

Antropologi Tasawuf dalam Tarekat Qadiriyah Naqsyabandiyah di Madura

<p class="06IsiAbstrak">Madurese people who are synonymous with hard character and tend to be rude, are also known to be very religious so not a few are active in a tariqa, among which the popular one is Tarekat Qadiriyah Naqsyabandiyah (TQN). This article aims to examine the meaning of anthropological symbols in the practices and meanings of Madurese people towards the teachings of TQN, as well as how its implications in the personality and life of the Madurese. The methodology used is descriptive qualitative using Clifford Geertz's symbolic anthropology theory. This article concludes that symbolically anthropological TQN has a religious symbol system manifested in hybrid dhikr, <em>zikr jahr</em> (vocalised) and <em>zikr khafiy</em> (hidden). It also shows the existence of Madurese as spiritual subjects who know actively. The implications of dhikr in the lives of TQN pilgrims can be empirical, mystical and meta-empirical. Therefore, it is not uncommon for them to have magical experiences due to the energy of the practised zikr.</p>

Symbolism and Aesthetics: Analyzing Mughal Motifs in Art and Architecture

Spanning from 16th to 18th of imperial rule in the Indian subcontinent, the Mughal Empire is an indelible mark on artistic expression through its meticulous cultivation of motifs in various mediums, including art, architecture, manuscript illumination, textiles and decorative arts. This paper examined the symbolism reflected in the Mughal art and architecture. Through a multidisciplinary approach drawing from art history, cultural studies and material culture analysis, this study examined the diverse typologies of Mughal motifs, which included the study of flora and fauna imagery on Mughal monuments, illustrated manuscripts, textile and costumes. By analyzing their aesthetic qualities, symbolic meanings attributed to floral motifs and historical contexts, this research seeks to unravel the complex layers of cultural synthesis and exchange that characterize Mughal art. Through a comprehensive exploration of primary sources, scholarly literature and visual analysis, this paper examined the motifs in shaping the artistic identities, cultural narratives and aesthetic sensibilities in the Mughal Empire and beyond.

Semantics of light as a tool for shaping the architecture of the modern era

The semantics of light is considered through the prism of a cultural phenomenon, as an object of research, as well as a tool for the formation of visual and spatial characteristics of architecture from ancient times to the architecture of the modern era. It is emphasized that light, as a tool, is semantically perceived in mythological representations, aesthetic and philosophical treatises, in the theory of architecture. An analysis of the use of light in the formation of an artistic image in the architecture of the latest era is provided from the point of view of physical-spatial, aesthetic-emotional and figurative-semantic aspects according to the levels of scale: macro-scale, meso-scale, micro-scale. The perception of architecture is revealed through the semantics of using natural light as speech, which conveys meaning through light-spatial plasticity and generates certain emotions and feelings. Spaces, objects, exhibits, parts of structures illuminated in one way or another reveal the semantic meaning of light as a powerful tool and show the external (physical) and internal (sensory) beauty and aesthetics of the object. The semantics of light in architecture affects the formation of design and general atmosphere, contributes to the creation of emotional depth and cultural significance of buildings and structures. The following semantic principles of light are highlighted in the work: the interaction of light with the urban context – the lighting design of buildings and structures is integrated into the existing urban environment to convey one or another message; conveying the symbolic meaning of light through metaphor and narrative – light is used to reinforce a key idea or theme of buildings and structures, and its meaning influences cultural identity by reflecting local features and national symbols; emotional impact and creation of an atmosphere - a variety of lighting techniques contributes to the enrichment of emotional and personal experience.

Gender Representation and Symbolic Meaning of Male Characters in Chinese Comic Strips from the Perspective of Cultural Studies

Gender Representation and Symbolic Meaning of Male Characters in Chinese Comic Strips from the Perspective of Cultural Studies

Tradisi Ubeng Dusun Masyarakat Jawa di Dusun Slatri Kecamatan Kasembon Kabupaten Malang

Slatri Hamlet is a place where the community is all Muslim, because it is a place that is based on the Islamic religion, it cannot be denied that the activities carried out are based on religious activities that contain elements and even the reading of verses from the holy Koran. Ubeng dusun is the core procession in this tradition where residents who take part in ubeng are not allowed to speak at all because they have to read the recommended reading. Previously, Slatri hamlet was a place full of swamps. Because the meaning of the name Slatri itself is rowo sing garing (dry swamp). However, it is not known for certain what the relationship is between the ubeng dusun tradition and the origins of the slatri hamlet which originates from the swamp. However, because of the tradition that has existed for a long time and every year it is carried out precisely in the month of Suro. So until now this tradition has always been carried out because it was ordered by elders and predecessors. This research aims to find out the procession and symbolic meaning of the ubeng village procession carried out by the people of Slatri hamlet. Meanwhile, research data was obtained from interviews with current religious leaders, village heads, and several residents who knew about the ubeng village tradition. So that from the research results obtained, researchers can analyze using descriptive qualitative research methods.

The Symbolic Meaning of the Banyan Plant in Hindu Rituals

The Symbolic Meaning of the Banyan Plant in Hindu Rituals

Makna Simbolik Dalam Budaya “Megengan” Sebagai Tradisi Menyambut Bulan Ramadhan Di Desa Blimbing Sari

This article examines the symbolic meaning of the megengan tradition. The Megengan tradition is a ritual carried out before the month of Ramadan. This search was carried out in Blimbing Sari Village, Sooko District, Mojokerto Regency, East Java Province. The Megengan tradition in this hamlet has a unique implementation technique, namely Apem Cake, one of the obligatory dishes in the traditional tradition (Megengan People). As time goes by, many residents of Blimbing Sari Village continue to carry out these customs according to what was taught by the elders, while others apply a more practical approach. The meaning of the megengan traditional symbols for the people of Blimbing Sari Village can be studied by looking at existing events. Interviews, observations, and documents are some of the data sources used in qualitative research. Informant replies from interviews will be classified based on research objectives.

MAKNA PARUNTUK KANA PADA PROSESI ASSONGKBALA DI GALESONG TAKALAR

This research aims to reveal the meanings that exist in the Assongkabala procession procession in Galesong, Takalar Regency. The results showed that the analysis of the meaning of paruntuk kana in the Assongkabala procession in Galesong, Takalar Regency presented the symbolic meaning of: (1) Attunu incense (2) Esaki tamparang leklenga nampa antakle anyombalang (3) Apalele umbu (4) Songkolok asepunu lekleng sagang songkolok asepunu kebo (5)nataba karro (6) Kappara gallang (7) leko ri talang bulaeng (8) attongrang (9) Apparappo ri tamparanga (10) Tena na sambarang allo assongkabala allo jumapi (11) Babbaraki buttaya. The meaning contains turiolo advice that is useful for people who listen. Traditional rituals such as the Assongkabala procession are very important to maintain their existence because apart from being a legacy of ancestors, they can also maintain social stability in society and religion because they foster a sense of togetherness and solidarity in society and family.

To end the eternal Wednesday afternoon: The search for the foundations of human existence in “The Last Gentleman” by Walker Percy

The article examines the philosophical issues in Walker Percy’s novel “The Last Gentleman”, revealed in the author’s modeling of the plot development and in creating character images with conscious reliance on the provisions of Kierkegaard’s and Marcel’s existentialist philosophy. The main problem in the book centers round the desire of a person to find his own way in a situation of existential choice, the search for faith as the significant basis for human existence. The protagonist, Will Barrett, is put by the author into the situation of absolute freedom and is presented with the choice of various conceptual models of life, personified in the images of the people surrounding him: his father’s stoic ethics, Rita’s secular humanism, Val’s uncompromising religious faith, Sutter’s desperate nihilism. The turning point in Will’s life comes with his falling in love with Kitty: it changes his way of thinking, laying the foundation for the subsequent discovery of God. The article discloses the symbolic meaning of the character’s way in the novel: from a crowded metropolis to the open wilderness of southwestern deserts, from feeling lost to the discovery of faith, from loneliness to the search for the significant Other. The dynamic movement becomes the most important element in the novel, the character’s actual travelling through the country acquires the features of a spiritual journey to truth. Despite the absence of Will’s crucial inner transformation at the end of the novel, the author, in accordance with Marcel’s philosophical concept, gives paramount importance to the journey itself, regarding it as the main event that gives meaning to human life.

AESTHETICS OF PLAK-PLIENG GRAVESTONE OF LAMURI KINGDOM ACEH: A STUDY ACCORDING TO SUSANNE KNAUTH LANGER'S AESTHETIC CONCEPT

The Lamuri Kingdom in Aceh has relics in the form of gravestones called "Plak-plieng" stones, which are concrete evidence and records of the history of the kings who were buried with these gravestones. This Plak-plieng gravestone is thought to be a gravestone made by local people during the reign of the Lamuri kingdom with a mixed population who emigrated from outside Aceh at that time. The Lamuri Kingdom was an Acehnese Hindu kingdom that existed in the 4th century, turned into Islam or a sultanate in the 9th century, and lasted until the 15th century. The Plak-plieng gravestone, which is characteristic of the Lamuri royal graves, was rediscovered in 1890. Based on the date written on the gravestone found, the Plak-plieng gravestone dates to the 12th century AD. Thus, the Plak-plieng gravestone was made during the Islamic era, or when Lamuri became an Islamic kingdom. The type of research in this study is research using a descriptive method. The descriptive method is a method used to look for elements, characteristics, and properties of a phenomenon. The method begins with collecting data, analysing the data, and interpreting it. This descriptive research tries to reveal and explain the problems that occur in society, especially the problem of searching for symbolic aesthetics on the Plak-plieng gravestones of the Lamuri kingdom of Aceh. The Plak-plieng gravestone contains various symbolic elements that we can find using Susane K. Langer's theory. The findings of the symbolic aesthetic meaning found are divided into several parts according to Langer's aesthetic theory. On the Plak-plieng gravestones of the Lamuri Kingdom of Aceh, symbolic aesthetics are found as a symbol of art. The implied value of this gravestone gives us an idea of the high artistic value that existed in past societies. In this way, we can see that the level of artistic taste of the people of Aceh in the past was very high. The discovery of the inscription on this gravestone also explains the glory days of a kingdom led by the owner of the gravestone. This day dates back nine hundred years. In this way, we can learn about the value of art in the past through the Acehnese civilisation and how they found materials for making sturdy gravestones and a variety of ornaments that were very complicated and beautiful.

Resistance in Mahmoud Darwish’s “I Come From There”: A Discourse Analysis

Postcolonial studies have dealt with the protest literature since they consider it as the voice of the oppressed people. In the same aspect, resistance literature begins in Palestine with Ghassan Kanafani and Mahmoud Darwish after 1948. Protest literature aims not only at freeing the oppressed from dominating powers and overturning the authority but also at liberating the humans from oppression. “The term resistance "Moqawamah" was first applied in a description of Palestinian Literature in 1966 by the Palestinian writer Ghassan Kanfani in his study "Resistance Literature in Occupied Palestine" (Harlow, 1987). Mahmoud Darwish has been involved in Palestine’s political affairs throughout his entire life. In “I Come from There”, Darwish tries to raise the voice of Palestinians; therefore, it can be heard all over the world. The theme of this poem assures his refusal to forget his country and unveils the struggle for a doomed homeland. By appropriating the descriptive and analytical method, along with the discourse analysis of Darwish’s terms and phrases in the poem “I Come from There”, this paper clarifies the symbolic meaning of the words to represent his sense of loss and sense of possession that he feels towards his land. Against this, the paper argues whether resistance protest literature succeeds in defending oppressed people and giving the subaltern their voices and whether literature helps the occupied people to get free and believe in non-violent resistance instead of violent resistance.

Sociological Significance of the General Population’s Awareness of Voice Disorders

Socialization is a concept that permeates all life stages (childhood, youth and old age). It signifies the internalization of value orientations, norms and symbolic meanings, as well as the acquisition of social and practical skills through social learning and training. The most important element of socialization is speech. The goal of this research was to examine the sociological importance of informing the general population about voice disorders as a prerequisite for the socialization process that is characteristic of a given culture, with a wide possibility of adaptation to new living conditions. The research used the Questionnaire on vocal hygiene taken from the “Voice Quality of Life Indicators”. The results of this research showed that there are differences in the level of information about voice disorders in the general population. Members of the female gender, of an older age, have a more developed awareness of voice disorders and their impact on the quality of life of an individual compared to members of the male gender, of a younger age. I ask questions about the development of awareness about voice disorders in recent years is considered a necessary prerequisite for active and healthy personality development. The contribution of this study is reflected in the provision of information on the development of the general population’s awareness of voice disorders, all with the aim of providing various education programs on this increasingly topical topic in society. In this way, social policy makers and social development practitioners understand the range of relevant factors and possible mutual influences in social development processes in order to improve the quality of life of individuals and society.