Rhetorical Methods Research Articles

A Study on Baul Lalon Shah's Songs of Humanity in Communication Theory Perspective

This article explores the songs of Baul Lalon Shah, a prominent figure in the classical folklore of 19th-century Bengal under British rule. Lalon's music, deeply rooted in humanism, transcends caste, religion, and social divisions, emphasizing unity, equality, and peace. As a member of the Baul community, Lalon integrated diverse religious philosophies, including Hinduism, Tantric Buddhism, and Sufi Islam, into a unique spiritual discourse centred on humanity. His songs advocate for the primacy of humanism over religious and societal binaries. Despite their profound philosophical contributions, Lalon's songs have not been analyzed using rhetorical methods thoroughly. This study seeks to fill that gap by applying rhetorical analysis to examine the humanistic philosophy embedded in Lalon Shah's works. By doing so, it aims to reveal the enduring significance of his message in Bengali society and contribute to the broader discourse on global humanism. Disseminating these insights can play a transformative role in cultural and philosophical spheres.

『시진핑 국정운영을 말하다』에 관한 번역수사학적 연구

As interaction between countries becomes increasingly frequent, the importance of foreign publicity becomes evident. Among them, the role of translation is very crucial in foreign publicity. This study aimed to analyze how political texts were translated into Korean based on the perspective of rhetoric, with Xi Jinping: The Governance of China as the research subject. Through this, it was found that the rhetorical methods used in Xi Jinping: The Governance of China are divided into quotation, metaphor, parallelism, and antithesis, and as a result of based on these analyses, it was found that the translator mainly used methods such as literal translation, free translation, adaptation, Chinese character notation, addition, semantic interpretation, omission, etc. Also, inappropriate expressions were found while analyzing the Korean translation. At the same time, opinions were also presented to correct these. Through this study, it is hoped that it will help in conducting translation or foreign publicity projects of other political texts including “Xi Jinping: The Governance of China” in the future.

The Rhetorical Construction of Introductory Viewing in The Cinematic Film

Research studies address many aspects of the rhetorical construction of opening scenes in cinematic films, and among these studies it is possible to understand the rhetorical construction of opening scenes. The film is distinguished by its exciting and complex opening scenes that use many rhetorical methods to attract the attention of viewers and deliver the intended message. Here are some points that can be part of the rhetorical structure of introductory scenes. Use of image and sound: Image and sound are used innovatively in introductory scenes in the film to powerfully convey thoughts and feelings. Innovative filming techniques and appropriate sound effects are used to create an exciting and interesting cinematic experience. Tension and suspense: The opening scenes in the film are scenes full of tension and suspense. Many visual and audio elements are used to create an atmosphere of tension and suspense, such as exciting music and dynamic cinematography. Cinematic composition: Cinematic composition is used elaborately in the opening scenes of the film to convey the story and events smoothly and coherently. Editing and transition techniques are used expertly to create a cohesive narrative flow. Symbolism and Visual Symbols: Symbolism and visual symbols are distinctively used in the opening scenes of the film to convey deep messages and hidden meanings. Colors and visual symbols are used to give the viewer character and reinforce the message.

The Roles of Religious Language in Building Faith and Religious Communities

Drawing on the theoretical work of Tannen (2021) on cross-cultural communication and Irvine (2022) on language ideology, this research explores the function of religious language in promoting religious groups and strengthening faith. The aim is to understand how religious settings, like sermons, rituals, and counseling, utilize language to strengthen convictions and cultivate a sense of community. To thoroughly investigate language dynamics, qualitative research employs participant observation and interviews. This research reveals rhetorical methods and devices used to reinforce common ideas, elicit emotions, and transmit messages via an analysis of language used in sermons, rituals, and counseling. The results provide insight into the ways that religious language influences community and religion. Comprehending these linguistic processes helps shed light on the function of language in religious settings and adds to the conversation about how language, culture, and social dynamics interact. The research offers insightful insights into the intricate link between language, belief systems, and social cohesiveness, as well as a thorough investigation of the role that religious language plays in fostering religion and communities.

Critical Rhetoric Meets Community-Based Participatory Research

ABSTRACT This project responds to a set of methodological challenges for the critical commitments of rhetorical fieldwork and investigates how community-based participatory research (CBPR) methods can help address them. As an example, we draw on Bailey Flynn’s CBPR research with Resilience, a not for-profit “rape crisis center” that provides services and therapy to thousands each year in Illinois. CBPR, like participatory critical rhetoric (PCR) methods, privileges field data as objects of rhetorical analysis. Unlike PCR and other approaches, CBPR methods prioritize the formalization of collaborative relationships with community stakeholders at every stage of research. We argue that greater integration of CBPR methods in rhetorical field methods will aid in privileging the epistemological perspectives of community stakeholders, solidifying critical communication scholarship’s commitment to conducting research with consequences, and providing a common ground for interdisciplinary exchange between critically trained rhetoric scholars and qualitative communication researchers.

Rhetoric of Landscape Architecture and Interior Design Discourses

The rhetoric of the pedagogic discourses of landscape architectural students and interior design students is described as part of a doctoral study undertaken to document practices and orientations prior to cross-disciplinary collaboration. We draw on the theoretical framework of Basil Bernstein, an educational sociologist, and the rhetorical method of Kenneth Burke, a literary dramatist, to study the grammars of ‘landscape’ representation employed within these disciplinary examples. We investigate how prepared final year students are for working in a cross-disciplinary manner. The discursive interactions of their work, as illustrated by four examples of drawn images and written text, are described. Our findings suggest that we need to concern ourselves with our pedagogic discourse that brings uniqueness and value to our disciplines, alongside shared discourses between disciplines.

Constructing Disability and Special Education: A Critical Discourse Analysis of the Punjab Special Education Policy 2020

Utilizing a framework of critical discourse analysis (CDA), this paper focuses on the Punjab Special Education Policy 2020 to evidence how disability and special education are discursively produced or positioned within the broader policy context of Pakistan. This paper analyzes this policy document, using Mullet’s (2018) CDA framework to explore the linguistic dimension and discursive strategies employed and their ideological underpinnings. That study finds a move to the social model of disability and rights-based education rather than traditional medical or charitable models. However, the analysis also highlights restrictions and inconsistencies in the policy’s inclusive and empowerment approach for persons with disabilities. This study exemplifies this point, and it illustrates how language and rhetorical methods can depoliticize power and render inclusion an inevitable process rather than an ongoing social battle. The findings offer an essential contribution to the broader field of disability and education in Pakistan, further informing our understanding of policy discourse as a mobilizing force behind enhancing rights and inclusion for people with disabilities. The research concludes by discussing the implications for policy and practice and suggesting areas for future research to further explore the implementation and impact of the policy. Keywords: , , , ;

Applying rhetorical methods to teach writing techniques to pre-service teachers

This study explores the impact of rhetorical strategies on the writing techniques of pre-service teachers. It specifically examines how process-based writing instruction, rooted in Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL), enhances the ability of student teachers to employ effective writing methods in crafting argumentative essays. Utilizing a sample of 98 student teachers from Greece, the research was conducted through a performance-based essay task, supported by two think-aloud protocols. This approach allowed for a detailed examination of the writing techniques used by pre-service teachers, both before and after receiving process-based writing instruction. The study focuses on the application and improvement of writing methods through the use of a rhetorical process approach. The results highlight the significance of rhetorical strategies, such as idea generation and rewriting, in the development of effective writing skills. The study reveals a clear improvement in the ability of students to choose and integrate relevant ideas into their essays after mastering these techniques. Additionally, the findings suggest the frequent use of translation strategies from native to foreign languages in concluding an article. This research underscores the importance of teaching rhetorical strategies in pre-service teacher training programs. By focusing on these techniques, educators can better equip student teachers with the skills necessary to become proficient writers, capable of addressing various audiences effectively. The study advocates for a greater emphasis on process-based instruction to enhance writing competencies in educational settings.

Operationalising Progressive Ideas About Property: Resilient Property, Scale, and Systemic Compromise

Property theory is at a crossroads. In recent decades, scholars seeking to advance progressive ideas about property have embraced ‘Progressive Property’ theories that seek to advance the goals of social justice and the common good, offering a vital counter-weight to utilitarian and neo-conservative accounts of property. Progressive Property theories seek to correct an imbalance in American property discourse which—across the temporal scale—has sustained a range of narratives and normative commitments, but which has veered towards extreme acquisitive individualism and the rhetoric of property absolutism since the 1970s. The idea that individual property rights are not absolute but defined by the requirements of social justice is uncontroversial in many European jurisdictions, reflecting their normative foundations in traditions of European social welfarism and Catholic social teaching. In Property Rights and Social Justice: Progressive Property in Action, Walsh foregrounds a system designed for normative hybridity, and evaluates the practical possibility of balancing commitments to social justice within a system that upholds private property rights.
 In this Article, we build on Walsh’s account to consider the implications of her insights for scholars seeking to advance progressive ideas about property in the U.S. context across three registers of scale: rhetorical, jurisdictional, and physical. Applying Resilient Property Theory (“RPT"), we reflect on how the dominance of rhetorical methods in the last half-century has foregrounded ideological conflicts between competing normative commitments in U.S. property scholarship, locating scholars seeking to advance progressive ideas about property on a battleground that has been prepared to benefit others. Building on Walsh’s approach of “widening the doctrinal lens,” we argue that RPT offers a new methodological toolkit for advancing progressive ideas about property: by widening the legal lens; widening the contextual lens; and widening the methodological lens. We argue that each of these approaches, as they engage with material and hierarchical scales, offers opportunities to identify and advocate for compromise positions between respect for private property rights and social justice considerations, enabling active political and legal engagement with normative diversity and respecting and taking seriously different legal conceptions of the good.

Critical Discourse Analysis of Biden's Speech on the US Withdrawal from Afghanistan

The study analyses Vice President Joe Biden's address to the UN General Assembly on the United States' departure from Afghanistan. The study uses Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) to analyze the speech's language and rhetoric to reveal the hidden ideologies and beliefs that informed its development. The dynamic interplay between rhetoric and policy decisions and their broader ramifications in international relations and domestic understanding is the primary focus of this inquiry. Our research places the exact wording, words, and rhetorical methods against more extensive historical, geopolitical, and societal backgrounds. This research provides important insights into the complex interaction between political rhetoric, public perception, and policy repercussions by bridging these concepts with real-world effects. Especially for major foreign policy decisions, the findings illuminate how political narratives, when appropriately analyzed, disclose deeper levels of intention, rationale, and global strategy.

Defects Act in an “Introverted” Manner in FeNiCrCoCu High-Entropy Alloy under Primary Damage

High-entropy alloys (HEAs) attract much attention as possible radiation-resistant materials due to their several unique properties. In this work, the generation and evolution of the radiation damage response of an FeNiCrCoCu HEA and bulk Ni in the early stages were explored using molecular dynamics (MD). The design, concerned with investigating the irradiation tolerance of the FeNiCrCoCu HEA, encompassed the following: (1) The FeNiCrCoCu HEA structure was obtained through a hybrid method that combined Monte Carlo (MC) and MD vs. the random distribution of atoms. (2) Displacement cascades caused by different primary knock-on atom (PKA) energy levels (500 to 5000 eV) of the FeNiCrCoCu HEA vs. bulk Ni were simulated. There was almost no element segregation in bulk FeNiCrCoCu obtained with the MD/MC method by analyzing the Warren–Cowley short-range order (SRO) parameters. In this case, the atom distribution was similar to the random structure that was selected as a substrate to conduct the damage cascade process. A mass of defects (interstitials and vacancies) was generated primarily by PKA departure. The number of adatoms grew, which slightly roughened the surface, and the defects were distributed deeper as the PKA energy increased for both pure Ni and the FeNiCrCoCu HEA. At the time of thermal spike, one fascinating phenomenon occurred where the number of Frenkel pairs for HEA was more than that for pure Ni. However, we obtained the opposite result, that fewer Frenkel pairs survived in the HEA than in pure Ni in the final state of the damage cascade. The number and size of defect clusters grew with increasing PKA energy levels for both materials. Defects were suppressed in the HEA; that is to say, defects were “cowards”, behaving in an introverted manner according to the anthropomorphic rhetorical method.

The Anarchist and the Technocrat: Herbert Read, C. P. Snow, and the Future of Britain

Abstract A conceptual revision occurred at the heart of anarchist theory between the end of the nineteenth and the mid-twentieth centuries. As anarchist thinkers grappled with a state transformed beyond recognition by technological change, they reassessed their critique of state power and the rhetorical methods used to expose its inherent violence. Where nineteenth-century anarchists favored organic metaphors to emphasize the monstrosity of the state, twentieth-century anarchists tended to adopt a set of mechanical metaphors. This change focused attention on the idea of technocracy, and informed a more comprehensive assessment of the state's activities. This article analyses this innovation in anarchist political thought, before tracing it through to Herbert Read's critical appraisal of C. P. Snow's influential lecture “The Two Cultures and the Scientific Revolution,” and Snow's response to Read. Their debate, in which Read challenged Snow's argument that the pursuit of technological and political modernization was essential to maintain the nation's international role and address the social and economic challenges of the mid-century, was a contest for Britain's future. Drawing on his anarchism, Read saw such ideas as an existential threat, with the unthinking promotion of a technological “revolution” imperiling “the tender shoots of all that is human.” Contextualizing Read in his anarchist intellectual milieu, this article recovers a neglected voice in British intellectual and cultural history, the complexities of an overlooked political tradition, and a radical vision of Britain's future that questioned the dominant assumptions of the age.

The Fog of Narration in the Bamboo Grove and the Non-existent "Truth"

Ryunosuke Akutagawa's "In a Bamboo Grove" is a typical text for the study of "unreliable narration", with a novel and unique narrative structure composed entirely of the testimonies of four people and the confessions of three suspects. However, the overlapping of these seven layers of "first-person" narratives ultimately leads to the loss of "truth". Through "rhetorical method", "cognitive method" and the perspectives of "grammatical person", we can try to study the unreliability of the text, and then, through the heavy narrative mist in the bamboo grove, discover the "truth" that Ryunosuke Akutagawa intends to share with his readers through this complex narrative structure, namely his skepticism about human nature. This "skepticism" tendency of his stems from both personal trauma and the social factors of the time; it creates contradictions in his thoughts and also feeds his literary motifs.

만재 주원택의 기행가사에 나타난 서술방식과 국토의식

This paper examined the descriptive method and A consciousness of national territory in the 1990 manuscripts <Geumgangsan Scenery Song>, <Gyeongju Scenic Song>, and <Gasansanseong Scenic Song> created by Manjae Joo Won-taek in the 1960s.
 Chapter 2 examines the development method and expression technique of cruise. <Geumgangsan Scenery Song> was developed in the order of Noh Jeong-jeong such as Birobong Sangsangbong → Janggunbong → Danbalryeong → Taejobong → Okyeobong → Bokwangsa Yeongsanji → Jipseonbong → Okryudong → Baekseokdam → Cheonhwadae → Oegeumgang Guryongpo → Manmulsang → Ipseokpo → Geumgangmun → Bubuam. The expression technique used various rhetoric methods such as anthropomorphism, Uiseong method, Uitae method, exaggeration method, metaphor method, and simile method to explain the beautiful appearance of Geumgangsan Mountain. On the other hand, the added poems played a role in enhancing the excitement or creating an atmosphere by embodying the author's sensibility, which was not covered in the lyrics, as appropriate quotes and self-written poems.
 Chapter 3 examines the author's inner world and perception of reality. The sweet fact here is that the characteristics of the modern cruise lyrics revealed in the 1960s Geumsugangsan Mountain Scourge reflects the author's ancientism and retrospectiveism presented by a person with Confucian knowledge who jumped on the play culture of the time.
 Among Joo Won-taek's Geumsugangsan Mountain Scenery, travel lyrics such as “Geumgangsan Mountain Scenery Song,” “Gyeongju Mountain Scenery Song,” and “Gasansanseong Fortress Scenic Song” described the symbolism of historical attractions and the emotion of visiting them in various ways from the perspective of Confucian intellectuals.
 Therefore, it can be said that Joo Won-taek and his friends in the 1960s expressed their experiences of Pungryu and affection for the country through various rhetorical techniques and forms of Chinese poetry based on their Confucian knowledge in famous places and historical places in the country. In the end, it can be found that modern cruise lyrics of traditional field trips can be continued and enjoyed in the 1960s, and it is hoped that the discovery and introduction of new travel lyrics will serve as an opportunity for modern cruise lyrics to be re-examined.

Study on the Application of Creative Translation in Word and Rhyme in XYC’s Translation of Tang Poem

Poem translation required translators to deeply understand both languages and have the ability to capture the essence of the original text, and reproduce it in a way that resonated with the target audience since different cultural background. The application of creative translation of word and rhyme in Xu Yuanchong’s Translation of Tang Poem was analyzed in the paper. Some examples were selected to explore the creativity in word translation process including the translation of poetic image words, allusive words and extended feeling words. In order to preserve the aesthetics of Tang poems, four different rhetorical methods in rhyming were applied to enhance the rhyme. With the above cases, it was found that creative translation had good application in poem translation in lexical and aesthetic dimension. After learning, we could apply the skills of creative translation in poem translation process.

“Not For An Age, But For All Time:” Autobiography and a Re-origin of Shakespeare Studies in Canada

Despite independence as a country, Canada belongs to the Commonwealth and has deep colonial roots and the British educational system was key in creating Canadian curricula. Given the centrality of Shakespeare’s work in the British literary canon, it follows that it would also figure heavily in the academic requirements for Canadian students. At the dawn of the Confederation (1867), the high school curriculum used Shakespeare to emphasize a “humanist” approach to English literature using the traditional teaching methods of reading, rhetoric, and recitation. Presently, Shakespeare continues to be the only author in the high school curriculum to whom an independent area of study is dedicated. The origin of Shakespeare in Canada through curriculum and instruction is, thus, a result from the canonic tradition imported from Britain.
 This traditional model no longer fits the imperative of multiculturalism, as reflected in the Canadian Constitution Act (1982). Yet, with the appropriate methodology Shakespeare’s texts can be a vehicle for multiculturalism, social justice, and inclusivity. In light of recent disillusionments concerning the relevance of Shakespearean texts in high school curricula, this paper proposes an alternative pedagogical approach that envisages changing this paradigm and fostering a re-origin of Shakespeare studies in Canada through an intentional pedagogical process grounded in individual experience.
 Scholarship has highlighted the importance of autobiographies in the learning process and curriculum theorists William Pinar and Madeleine Grumet designed a framework that prioritizes individual experience. Our approach to teaching Shakespeare’s works aligns with the four steps of their currere method, presented as: (1) contemplative, (2) translational, (3) experiential, and (4) reconceptual, fostering an opportunity for self-transformation through trans-historical social themes present in the text.
 The central argument is that Shakespeare’s text can undergo a re-origin when lived, given its initial conception as embodied, enacted narrative in the early modern period. In this method, students immerse themselves in Shakespeare’s text through films and stage productions and then manifest their interpretations by embodying the literature based on their autobiographical narratives. To undergo a re-origin in the Canadian secondary curriculum, current pedagogical approaches to teaching Shakespeare require a paradigm shift.

Media Usage for Pope Francesco's Visit to Iraq March 5, 2021 (A Semiotic Study of the Photograph Welcoming Of the Pope)

Objectives: The research aims to highlight the semiotic approach and apply it to a photograph of the Pope's reception at Baghdad International Airport, published on the page of the Media Office of Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi in the Twitter application, in order to study its components, analyze its contents and clarify its implications, as well as approach the image as a political and media act. Methods: The stages of research were accomplished by "investigation, observation, and analysis", and the dismantling of the composition of the photograph, thus revealing the hidden and hidden aspects, relying on the semiotic approach to analysis. Results: The study showed that the ideas and meanings included in the image in form and content are in the framework of political marketing of the personality of Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi, as well as the presence of implicit connotations represented by the official personality and the cross, which expresses the importance of this segment in Iraqi society. Conclusion: The study concluded that the symbols, connotations and rhetorical methods employed in the image contributed to increasing its effectiveness in influencing and reaching the target audience because of its persuasive power through which it aims to attract and attract the recipient. The results of the analysis confirmed the ability of these symbols, connotations and rhetorical methods in communicating to the recipient the meanings inherent in the image on the one hand and achieving the goals of the sender on the other hand.

METODE BERTEOLOGI PAULUS MENURUT 1 KORINTUS 9:1-23 DALAM KONTEKS MASA KINI

The method of theology used by a person in providing theological understanding has a uniqueness or distinctiveness that can be judged and even imitated by other theological learners. What the Apostle Paul had and did became an example for believers in his time and today, amid the demands of a society that is increasingly moderate and increasingly sensitive to the gospel message, not only in terms of setting an example of life but also setting an example in terms of theology. The author uses qualitative research methods in discussing and studying specifically 1 Corinthians 9:1-23 in order to examine and discover Paul's theological method. In the study, the author found three theological methods used by the Apostle Paul in this context: the rhetoric method, the apologetics method, and the contextual method. In today's context, the rhetorical method enables effective speech by choosing words, terms, expressions, and sentences that can attract the attention and sympathy of the listener. The apologetic method pays attention to the substance of the true truth of the Christian faith without getting bogged down in the demands of the perspective of the average society. The contextual method pays attention to the condition of society, culture, and all its characteristics, with the aim that the gospel is preached and people in that context can accept and know Christ.

تحليل الخطب السياسية حول العنصرية للرئيس دونالد ترامب خلال فترة رئاسته

This paper attempts to illuminate the ways in which racist ideology is represented and articulated in everyday discourse. Since racism has been and continues to be, a driving force behind segregation in the United States, American rhetoric has been selected as the data for this investigation. This research analyses the speeches of US President Donald Trump on racism towards Muslim people through linguistic, social, and cultural perspectives. The study is an attempt to cast light on the strategies that are used express racism in the President’s speeches. To achieve the research objectives, the researcher used the qualitative approach. The data was collected from six major speeches on racism made by President Donald Trump and downloaded from YouTube and the Euronews Arabic online channel. Fairclough model (1995) is used as the main analysis model in this research. The results show that the self-other schema was heavily evident in Trump's speech, in which he effectively portrayed himself as a national hero who wants to rescue America from suffering and disaster while painting Muslims in a bad light. This study also revealed Trump's transparent effort to promote his virtuous persona by using a number of rhetorical methods meant to instill undesirable traits to Muslims, such as pronounced Islamophobia. The results show that Trump utilizes demagogic language to establish a gap between Muslims and Americans, which he then uses to metaphorically exclude individuals of other ethnic identities, particularly Muslims.

Mechanisms of Arguments in the Prophet’s First Sermon after the Confession: A Man Does Not Lie to His Family

Objectives: The study aims to reveal the argumentative mechanisms, values, and concepts embedded in the Prophet's sermon, and its rhetorical impact on enhancing the meaning and capturing the recipient's attention to the message's text.
 Methods: This study analyzes the argumentative verbal milestones in the Prophet's (PBUH) sermon from philosophical, rhetorical, and deliberate perspectives. It examines the introduction, semi-logical and reality-based arguments, as well as the role of argumentative links connecting ideas within the text. Additionally, it investigates the rhetorical, divine, and constructive methods, and their impact on enriching and persuading skeptical recipients of the new religion and messenger.
 Results:The study finds that this text, despite its brevity, is an argumentative text par excellence due to the presence of numerous argumentative mechanisms. It takes into account the eloquence level and acceptance of the argumentative message by the addressees. The researcher thoroughly studies and analyzes this text in its entirety, including letters, links, actions, and argumentative messages to achieve the desired result of this study.
 Conclusions: It is crucial to pay attention to rhetorical texts in general and the sermons of the Prophet (PBUH) in particular, to trace the rhetorical methods and argumentative mechanisms that persuade the addressees of the sermon's message.