Philosophical Framework Research Articles

Discourse on individual rights and democracy: Philosophical foundation and contemporary challenges

The discourse on individual rights and democracy within contemporary states embodies a complex interplay of historical evolution, philosophical perspectives and contemporary challenges. This study navigates through the complex landscape of liberty, tracing its evolutionary trajectory from ancient to modern times and scrutinizing the philosophical frameworks that underpin the conceptualization of rights and democracy. Drawing upon insights from influential figures such as Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Constant, as well as philosophical traditions like contractualism, the study delves into the multifaceted dimensions of liberty and its manifestations within democratic governance structures. It examines the evolving role of the state as both protector and potential violator of individual rights, particularly in the context of totalitarian regimes like Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy. Additionally, the study explores mechanisms for safeguarding individual rights amidst executive power and underscores the pivotal role of civil society in upholding democratic values. Through a synthesis of historical analysis, philosophical inquiry and contemporary observations, this study offers a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic relationship between individual rights, democracy and the contemporary state.

REVISITING THE THEORIES OF PUNISHMENT: PERSPECTIVE ON SANCTIONS AND INDIAN PHILOSOPHICAL FRAMEWORK

The intersection of criminal sanctions and Indian philosophical frameworks reveals how ancient legal concepts have evolved to meet modern justice needs. India's criminal justice system has long been shaped by its philosophical and religious traditions, particularly the ideas of Dharma and Danda. This analysis traces the evolution of criminal sanctions from ancient punitive systems to modern legal standards, showing how India has balanced its legal heritage with contemporary justice principles. The exploration highlights the dynamic relationship between tradition and innovation in shaping India's current legal system.

Form and Matter of Regular Geometrical Bodies in Luca Pacioli’s Summa (1494) and Compendium de divina proportione (1498)

Abstract Luca Pacioli (ca. 1447–1517) is widely considered a central figure in the Italian Renaissance, particularly in the history of practical mathematics. The perspectival representations of geometrical bodies that Leonardo da Vinci drew for Pacioli’s Compendium de divina proportione are, in turn, often singled out to illustrate the relationships between the visual arts and mathematics in the late fifteenth century. Yet despite increasing scholarly attention, the philosophical framework of Pacioli’s works deserves to be further explored. This paper discusses how Pacioli ably developed his arguments on regular geometrical bodies by relying on a predominantly Aristotelian philosophical framework. In this way, Pacioli established correlations among the quantitative, material, and formal properties of regular geometrical bodies, concluding with the visualisation of their (geometrically defined) form at the level of the intellect.

NATIONAL CHARACTER BUILDING MELALUI PENDIDIKAN HUMANISTRIK KI HAJAR DEWANTARA DALAM MERESPONS STEREOTIPE MANUSIA INDONESIA

Education fundamentally revolves around behavior, and a nation anticipates its citizens to exhibit behavior that aligns with the nation's esteemed values. This study seeks to examine six attributes of Indonesians in the 21st century and evaluate Ki Hajar Dewantara's humanistic philosophy as a potential means of cultivating a humanistic society in Indonesia as a national character-building strategy. This study employs library research methods. The employed data analysis approaches include reduction, presentation, and conclusion. The research findings indicate that the six attributes of Indonesians, as identified by Mochtar Lubis, namely hypocrisy, aversion to accountability, feudalistic conduct, superstition, artistic inclination, and fragility, continue to be observable in contemporary times. Ki Hajar Dewantara's humanist philosophy, implemented at the Taman Siswa school, offers a philosophical framework that can address Mochtar Lubis' six characteristics of Indonesian in the 21st century. This can be achieved through the principles of tetep, antep, mantep; ngandel, kandel, bandel; ngerti, ngroso, nglakoni; Ing Madya Mangun Karsa; as well as Ki Hajar Dewantara's views on education as a means of emancipating individuals both physically and mentally.

The Remixician and the Triaxis

An artistic research project exploring the art of live remixing through the lens of the music philosophical framework "The Remixician's Triaxis". The project resulted in live studio recordings with multi-camera video of my duo with Alessandra Bossa - Before Without.

Analisis Penerapan Nilai-Nilai Pancasila Sebagai Sistem Filsafat dalam Lingkungan Kampus

The purpose of this research is to investigate how Pancasila values are applied as a philosophical framework in university campuses, specifically at Universitas Negeri Medan (UNIMED). This study examined students in UNIMED's English education program's awareness and application of Pancasila values through a hybrid method comprising surveys and literature reviews. The results demonstrate that the majority of respondents actively incorporate Pancasila basic values into their everyday activities on campus and have a clear knowledge of their significance. However, completely embracing the values is not without its difficulties. It is advised to increase knowledge, application, and reflection on the fundamental, practical, and instrumental elements of Pancasila in order to enhance the integration of Pancasila ideals on campus. Programs that encourage the comprehension and application of Pancasila ideals as well as support from educational establishments to raise awareness of these values as a moral and social cornerstone on campus can accomplish this.

The essence of dance. A study of Chinese and Western dance philosophy: socio-cultural, historical and educational aspects

ABSTRACT The art of dance is an intangible cultural heritage that occupies a special place in the social and cultural policy of China. The purpose of this research is to identify the specifics of Chinese and Western dance philosophy. The dance philosophy is a complex notion, which is possible to study through various research methods, including the following: dialectical, semiotic, specific historical, socio-cultural and analytical as well as expert evaluation. This study concludes that the philosophical framework of Chinese and Western dance art plays an essential role. The authors developed a conceptual framework for understanding Chinese and Western dance philosophies. The research revealed that the unique traditions of Chinese national dance are an integral part of the country’s cultural heritage and reflect the philosophical aspects of dance within the multicultural environment. The research results can be used in dance pedagogy, choreography, and dance lessons to improve the techniques and skills of dancers. Further research is needed to compare the philosophies of Chinese folk dances and Western folk dances from different countries and historical periods.

The depth of spiritual leadership and its role in achieving the dimensions of organizational excellence (An exploratory study of decision-makers in the plastics company in Baqubah)

The two variables contribute to form the intellectual and philosophical framework of this research. The research aims to test the level of influence of the depth of spiritual leadership in achieving the dimensions of organizational excellence. The importance was evident in bridging the knowledge gap between existing intellectual proposals and the possibility of application. The research aimed to identify leadership behaviors and their impact on achieving the dimensions of organizational excellence. The research problem was represented by the limited awareness of managers of spiritual leadership behaviors and their role in achieving the dimensions of organizational excellence and identifying the cognitive and behavioral level of those leaders and the mechanism of dealing with subordinates in achieving organizational development. The sample size reached (61) managers. The questionnaire was used as a tool to collect data and information related to the research. The correlation and influence relationships and the possibility of implementing them in the application environment were chosen. The research reached، through analysis and testing، a set of intellectual and theoretical conclusions and other applied conclusions that diagnosed the reality in effect in the application environment. It was found that the qualifications and behaviors of spiritual leadership within the company under study, represented by the Plastics Company in Baqubah, were at an acceptable level due to its high scientific levels that occupy positions. Administrative that contributes to achieving the dimensions of organizational excellence. The main recommendations focused on presenting a set of scientific proposals according to the available and possible capabilities that aim to increase the achievement of the company under study by diagnosing the behaviors of spiritual leadership and the obstacles

Comparative Analysis of the Unity of Existence (Wahdat al Wujud) in Hikmah Mutā‘ālīyah (Transcendental philosophy of Molla Sadra) and Advaita Vedanta Philosophy

The concept of the unity of existence finds resonance in both Islamic philosophy, particularly in the Transcendental philosophy of Molla Sadra, and the Advaita Vedanta school of Indian philosophy, notably championed by the mystic philosopher Sankara. Molla Sadra's philosophical framework is rooted in the intertwining principles of Multiplicity within Unity and Unity within Multiplicity, (Kathrat fil Wahdat, Wahdat fil Kathrat) elucidated through two key theories: (I) Gradational unity of existence, (Al Wujud Al Tashkiki) and (II) Individual unity of existence. (Wahadat al Shkaksi) Sankara, a mystic philosopher within the Vedanta tradition, expounds upon the unity of existence through non-dualism, positing that Atman (individual soul) is identical to Brahman (universal consciousness). His philosophical stance involves dismantling the perceived realm of multiplicity by invoking the concept of cosmic illusion, referred to as the doctrine of Maya. This paper delves into an exploration of the perspectives of Molla Sadra and Sankara regarding the unity of existence. While both thinkers share the notion that a singular reality is concealed by a metaphorical veil, they each draw inspiration from their respective sacred texts-the Quran for Molla Sadra and the Vedas for Sankara. Consequently, they have formulated comprehensive systems of thought grounded in principles and assertions that invite scrutiny. However, it is essential to note that some disparities exist in their ideas. This paper aims to elucidate the commonalities and divergences between Molla Sadra's and Sankara's philosophies, shedding light on the similarities and polarities inherent in their conceptualizations of the unity of existence.

The epistemic grammar of bioinspired technologies: Shifting the focus from nature to scientific practices

This article philosophically addresses the promise of biomimetic design, according to which mimicking natural forms can provide better, more sustainable and less risky engineering solutions. Focusing on the grammar of scientific practices, the article establishes an epistemological basis for biomimetic technology that explores the creative interaction between technology and nature. The epistemological framework shows that bioinspired objects are autonomous with specific properties. They must be evaluated in their ability to fulfill the biomimetic promise in local applications and contexts. The article presents three results. First, it presents a philosophical framework that deepens the understanding of the relationship between sustainability and bioinspired technologies and allows for a retrospective assessment of their sustainability. Second, it points out that the scientific framework emerging from bioinspired technologies is based on collaboration, interdisciplinarity, and a holistic approach to scientific inquiry. Third, it encourages a shift in perspective from the ontology of bioinspired design to the epistemic grammar of its production.

Critical Evaluation of Gadamer’s Interpretation of Plato’s Timaeus

In Idea and Reality in Plato's Timaeus (Idee und Wirklichkeit in Platos Timaios) Gadamer criticised the neoplatonist interpretation of Plato's cosmogony, which posited the universe's emanation from “The One'' in a hierarchical manner. Contrary to this, by interpreting Timaeus according to overall text analysis of Plato's dialectics, Gadamer argued that the universe came from the logos' efforts in organising various unordered materials to become more mathematically ordered. The purpose of this research was to critically evaluate his hermeneutical stance. A conceptual analysis has been conducted through an extensive and rigorous literature review to fulfill the research objectives. The result indicated that there was an inconsistency between Gadamer’s interpretation of Timaeus and his hermeneutical thesis in his masterpiece Truth and Method (Wahrheit und Methode). He interpreted Timaeus textually as if he had undermined his own philosophical hermeneutics framework, focusing on the pre-structure of understanding that contained prejudice and authority. This research will give a new perspective in reconsidering the complexities of interpretation itself and enrich ongoing dialogues both within the discourse on Plato's dialogues and Gadamer's own hermeneutical framework.

Self‐appropriation in nurse engagement: Facilitating the development of expert nurses using Benner and Lonergan

AbstractExpert nurses, as described by the work of Patricia Benner, are at the peak of clinical nursing practice and vitally important in ensuring the best possible patient care and clinical outcomes. The development of Benner's theory and its relationship with the Dreyfus model of skill acquisition provides context for understanding the progression necessary for expert development. Contemporary healthcare challenges present implications to the development of advancing levels of nursing practice. Engagement has been identified as critical to achieving expert practice. I propose the incorporation of the philosophical framework of self‐appropriation from Benard Lonergan as a strategy to develop internal engagement in nurses to facilitate expert practice. I outline the synergy between Benner's theory and the work of Lonergan, which provide overlap and opportunity to overcome barriers to developing expert nursing practice. In the challenging climate of healthcare, there is an obligation to promote engagement and facilitate expert nurse development, necessary for patient outcomes as well as clinical role models, preceptors, and leaders to guide future nurses.

Responsibility over Rules: A Confucian-Inspired Approach to Post-Comparative Ethics

As cultures become increasingly involved, attempts are made to find productive lines along which ethical understandings can be developed which respect diversity and yet go beyond simplistic comparisons. Much of the discussion in this area is squarely situated within existing religious or philosophical frameworks—and these, in turn, are in the aggregate decidedly based on Western traditions. This paper proposes a philosophical-religious reading of Confucianism, especially with respect to its appreciation of ethical responsibility based on the importance of community, tradition, and norms, as a foundation for developing post comparative ethical approaches. The majority of the paper is centered on reading of responsibility in early Confucian texts which challenges the assumptions of contemporary academic philosophy (as practiced in classrooms, journals, and conferences) and fits into a decidedly Chinese way of thinking about religion that can be used to go beyond simplistic comparisons. This offers, in terms of both the approach being used and the specific content, an avenue for constructing post-comparative understandings of ethics.

Spinozas Role in Reshaping the Concepts of Power and Rights of Freedom

This paper examines Spinoza's philosophical contributions to the discussion on democratic governance, emphasising his endorsement of individual autonomy, reason, and natural law, while also criticising authoritarianism. Spinoza's views provide valuable insights into the intricate relationship between human nature, societal structures, and political authority, within the context of historical discussions on freedom and governance. The research seeks to clarify the potential consequences of Spinoza's philosophical framework for modern political thought and practice through analysis. Spinoza argues that persons, being a part of nature, are subject to its laws and have intrinsic entitlements to self-preservation and liberty. He promotes the use of reason in guiding individual behaviour and society organisation, emphasising the significance of rational government. Nevertheless, Spinoza's theory exposes its shortcomings in addressing social disparities and systematic injustices, hence reproducing the biases prevalent throughout his day. Notwithstanding these limitations, his focus on rationality and freedom continues to have a significant impact on current debates over democracy, rights, and social justice. This study enhances our comprehension of the intricacies related to freedom, governance, and societal progress by conducting a thorough examination of Spinoza's works and relevant secondary sources.

Spinozas Role in Reshaping the Concepts of Power and Rights of Freedom

This paper examines Spinoza's philosophical contributions to the discussion on democratic governance, emphasising his endorsement of individual autonomy, reason, and natural law, while also criticising authoritarianism. Spinoza's views provide valuable insights into the intricate relationship between human nature, societal structures, and political authority, within the context of historical discussions on freedom and governance. The research seeks to clarify the potential consequences of Spinoza's philosophical framework for modern political thought and practice through analysis. Spinoza argues that persons, being a part of nature, are subject to its laws and have intrinsic entitlements to self-preservation and liberty. He promotes the use of reason in guiding individual behaviour and society organisation, emphasising the significance of rational government. Nevertheless, Spinoza's theory exposes its shortcomings in addressing social disparities and systematic injustices, hence reproducing the biases prevalent throughout his day. Notwithstanding these limitations, his focus on rationality and freedom continues to have a significant impact on current debates over democracy, rights, and social justice. This study enhances our comprehension of the intricacies related to freedom, governance, and societal progress by conducting a thorough examination of Spinoza's works and relevant secondary sources.

Analyzing the Influence of Satisfaction of Basic Psychological Needs on Sports Performance among College Student Athletes

Background and Objective: More information of the determinants of sports injuries, specifically the potential variables is essential considering the increasing prevalence of these injuries among athletes to take preventative measures. This study aims to investigate the relationships between emotions related to stress, sports-related injuries, psychotherapy, flexibility of the coach to athlete relationships (FCAR), BPN frustration (BPNF) and the basic psychological needs (BPNs) satisfaction. The BPN method and the philosophical framework for stress and physical impact are the primary issues of inquiry. Materials and Methods: Employing a questionnaire that participants completed themselves, sports injuries and emotions related to stress were evaluated throughout the first and second months of the investigation. The third and fourth month’s study variables BPN satisfaction and BPN frustration (BPNF) were assessed by a questionnaire given to 300 college-level athletes. The fifth and sixth months of assessment evaluated psychotherapy and FCAR. In this investigation, path analysis and statistical analysis using the Jeffreys's Amazing Statistics Program (JASP) setup are conducted. Results and Conclusion: According to this research, stress is associated with injuries related to sports while BPN satisfaction adversely affects them. Disappointment of BPN, nevertheless, does not. Basic psychological needs theory (BPNT) provides more justifications for injury-associated variables.

Object-Oriented Ontology in Shaping Perspective on Bacterial Art and Nonhuman Agency

Abstract The study of bacterial art provides an opportunity to investigate the philosophical framework of object-oriented ontology (OOO). This viewpoint challenges traditional human-centered perspectives by highlighting the autonomy and agency of all objects, including microorganisms. Objects have their own inherent properties and are regarded as equal actors in the world. The authors highlight the dynamic relationship between humans and microorganisms and the agency of bacteria in bioart. Bacterial art raises concerns regarding control, authorship, aesthetics, and ethics, necessitating interdisciplinary discussions and critical evaluations. This study provides an intriguing case examining the implications of OOO at the intersection of science and art.

PRENATAL SCREENING IN CANADIAN AND UNITED STATES MIDWIFERY PRACTICES: AN EXPLORATORY STUDY

Midwifery practice in Canada and the United States (U.S.) developed along similar philosophical principles, but different practice models have evolved. Within these two frameworks of midwifery practice, this retrospective, exploratory study investigated the prenatal screening tests that often pose decision-making dilemmas for both clients and midwives. Women in the U.S. (n=60) were more likely to have four of the five prenatal screening tests than Canadian women (n=56). U.S. midwifery clients (n=60) more frequently received the genetic screen (p=0.029), HIV (p=0.0005), ultrasound (p=0.0005) and serum glucose screen (p=0.0005). Canadian midwifery clients (n=56) were more likely to receivehte Group BStreptococcus screen (p=0.004) than their US.. counterparts. In addition, hte mean number of ultrasounds performed during pregnancy was significantly higher for U.S. women than Canadian women (p=0.001). Women with any post-secondary education were more likely to choose to have the glucose screen (p=0.017) and primiparous women were more likely to have an ultrasound (p=0.020) and the glucose screen (p=0.038). Factors that may influence which tests women receive are discussed ni relation to the philosophic framework of midwifery practice in Canada and the U.S.

Translation Notes: Heidegger, Derrida, and the Chance for (a) Philosophy

This paper aims to show that translation is not only a fully-fledged philosophical problem, but also a specific philosophical praxis and a test bed for extracting the core of different philosophical frameworks. For this purpose, I will take into consideration the respective philosophies of Martin Heidegger and Jacques Derrida. Even if Heidegger often practices translation from the Greek in his own works and adds a few remarks towards an original investigation of this activity, he ultimately understands translation as a ‘makeshift’ or as a ‘shipwreck’. Throughout his contestation of Heidegger’s position, Derrida shows the trap of the endless appropriation of the experience of the origin structure. He also frees up the discourse by putting the hierarchical polarization between the original and the translation into question. Thus, translation becomes a chance for philosophy, even for Derrida’s deconstruction, a chance to generate new paths for investigation and to keep its question open.

The Ethnomathematical Approach Through The Methodology: Contextualization, Decontextualization and Recontextualization (CDR) and Its Contribution to The Learning of: Arithmetic, Geometry and Algebra

Objective: The objective of this article is to investigate the applicability of the CDR Method within the Ethnomathematics approach, in order to make possible the optimization and improvement of the teaching of the main branches of mathematics in Ecuador. This topic has been the product of several investigations carried out at the Institute for Research in Ethnosciences of the Central University of Ecuador, IIEC-UCE, particularly in the area of Ethnomathematics. Theoretical Framework: under a theoretical and practical frame of reference, with the purpose of showing the possibility of achieving a meaningful, coherent, environmentally sensitive and contextualized learning in the geopolitical reality. It is considered that the main contribution will be to support the construction of an own episteme and identity with the Andean ancestral roots. As for the methodology, we worked with focus groups formed by students of the cycle called General Basic Education. Method: It is proposed to investigate the applicability of the Ethnomathematical approach through the methodology: Contextualization, Decontextualization and Recontextualization, CDR and its contribution to the learning of arithmetic, geometry and algebra. The stages are described and the cyclical relationship that exists in a dialectical, systematic and propositive process that aims to make a disruption with the traditional algorithmic, decontextualized and memorized methodology that is usually used in the educational system is shown. The use of this method is proposed. Results and Discussion: The results obtained are considered satisfactory and it was observed that the CDR can be adopted by teachers interested in changing their teaching methods in the classroom, in addition, it is easily adaptable to different educational levels and areas of knowledge such as: History, Chemistry, Arts, Medicine, among others. Implications of the research: The research aims to provoke a cause-effect situation, where the causality is based on the deficiency of mathematics education in the country and the effect that would produce the approach of contextualization in the different facets: historical, social, political, etc., to produce meaningful learning. Originality/Value: It is considered original because it presents a new approach to mathematics education; CDR is both a disruptive strategy for learning mathematics in connection with the environment, the Andean episteme and its unique ontology. It IS also an axiological alternative insofar as it incorporates the Andean ethos as a referential philosophical framework.