Symbolic Theory Research Articles

Relevansi Geguritan Bhiksuni Dalam Dunia Pendidikan di Bali

This study examines the form, function and meaning of the ngusaba dimel ceremony in the Batur Traditional Village which is an implementation unit related to carrying out ceremonies that are very unique and rarely found in other traditional villages. To study it, the author uses several theories, namely: (1) Symbol Theory (2) Religious Theory and (3) Structural Functional Theory. This study uses a qualitative approach with a location in the Batur Traditional Village. The type of data used is qualitative data with primary and secondary data sources. The ngusaba dimel ceremony in Batur Traditional Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, from the process of implementing ngusabha dimel, found social functions with various meanings, namely magical religious meanings and sacred meanings.

EKSISTENSI KAIN IDUP PANAK SEBAGAI MEDIA KOMUNIKASI SOSIAL DI DESA TENGANAN KARANGASEM BALI

Idup Panak woven textil is one of the traditional textil in the Tenganan Pegringsingan Traditional Village. Idup Panak textil as a work of weaving art has its own uniqueness compared to other gringsing fabrics because it is made using leftover threads from other ready-made motifs. Idup Panak textil are starting to increase in existence and the quantity of sales is getting bigger. Of course, it is necessary to strengthen the principles of meaning and value in maintaining the quality of the textile, of course, in order to avoid a decline in cultural understanding. Departing from the problems above, this study aims to strengthen the construction of values ​​and principles contained in the Idup Panak textile. The method used is a qualitative research method using interview techniques, observation and literature in data collection. This study uses symbol theory which will assist in analyzing the symbols contained in the Idup Panak Textil and the Communication Strategy Theory which functions in the development of the Idup Panak Textil so that all forms of principle values ​​contained in the Idup Panak Textil are preserved. The results show that action has begun. duplication of Idup Panak Textil in order to meet consumer demand, this has resulted in craftsmen starting to experience social blindness which only prioritizes quantity and puts aside the meaning of value, it is very necessary to educate and supervise to face increasingly advanced developments bringing this tradition in a positive direction with meaning values ​​that are still maintained .

ANALYSIS OF THE BADE WHEELED PHENOMENON IN THE NGABEN CEREMONY STRUCTURE IN BALI

The purpose of the analysis of the Bade Wheeled Phenomenon in the Ngaben Ceremony Structure in Bali is to reveal the meaning of Wheeled Bade. Bade is known in traditional Balinese culture as an important tool in the Ngaben Ceremony in Bali. However, some Balinese people have replaced the word "bade" with "bade wheels" as a means of Ngaben Ceremony. The problem is centered on: 1) What is the meaning of "bade" in the Ngaben Ceremony?; 2) What is the meaning of "wheeled bade?" The analysis of the Bade Wheeled Phenomenon in the Ngaben Ceremony Structure in Bali has been completed using qualitative methods in the perspective of cultural studies. The technical design of this research is realized based on the non-positivistic paradigm with the help of a semiotic approach. All data was collected through observation and literature study. All data were analyzed in an interpretative qualitative manner using symbol theory and reception theory. The results of the study show that: 1) Ngaben using Bade has a socio-religious meaning for Hindus in Bali. Ngaben is always celebrated using Bade, accompanied by various forms of Hindu sacred ceremonies. Bade has cultural meaning as an instrumental of the pitra yadnya rite that can be useful in fostering kinship in Balinese society; 2) The phenomenon of wheeled bade in the structure of the Ngaben ceremony has added economic value to mediators and users. On the one hand, the wheeled Bade in the structure of the Ngaben Ceremony has reduced the meaning of sacredness and the meaning of solidarity. This happened along with the change in the instrumental meaning of Bade in the Ngaben ceremony.

Kajian Bentuk Fungsi dan Makna Upacara Ngusabha Dimel

This study examines the form, function and meaning of the ngusaba dimel ceremony in the Batur Traditional Village which is an implementation unit related to carrying out ceremonies that are very unique and rarely found in other traditional villages. To study it, the author uses several theories, namely: (1) Symbol Theory (2) Religious Theory and (3) Structural Functional Theory. This study uses a qualitative approach with a location in the Batur Traditional Village. The type of data used is qualitative data with primary and secondary data sources. The ngusaba dimel ceremony in Batur Traditional Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, from the process of implementing ngusabha dimel, found social functions with various meanings, namely magical religious meanings and sacred meanings.

KAJIAN AJARAN ETIKA DALAM KITAB SARASAMUCCAYA

Ethics is part of the three teachings of the basic framework of Hinduism contained in the Sarasamuccaya book, the Sarasamuccaya book is a guideline for good behavior in human life, which contains religious and ethical teachings. The problem raised in this research is regarding the ethical aspects (teachings) in the Sarasamuccaya book, the purpose of this study is to examine the ethical aspects of the Sarasamuccaya book, while the benefits are expected to increase the insight and morals or ethics of Hindus as implied in the Sarasamuccaya book. The discussion of this research problem rests on three theories: religious theory, structural functional theory, and symbol theory, ethical theory, and interpretation / hermeneutic theory. The research methods consist of: (1) data collection methods, (2) documentation methods, (3) data analysis methods, the results of the assessment in this paper include: (1) Catur Purusa Artha, which consists of: dharma, artha, kama, and moksa; (2) Tri Kaya Parisudha, which consists of: kayika parisudha, wacika parisudha, and manacika parisudha; (3) respect for others and parents, and (4) the teachings of dasa yama, which consists of: Anrsangsya, ksama, satya, ahingsa, dama, arjawa, priti, prasada, madhurya, and mardana.

Drivers to Participation in SHGs and Changes in Household Livelihood Constructs: A Longitudinal Survey in Nyakach Sub-County, Kenya

Poverty reduction and socio-economic challenges since 1990s attracted institutions named Self-Help Groups (SHGs) among communities. Literature abound linking SHGs with empowerment especially of women albeit with weak methodology and failure to measure changes in livelihood participation. Poverty level still increased in areas like Nyakach Sub-County where SHGs operate. Poverty level increased from 18% to 43% until 2019, representing 238% rise. The study purposed to establish how participation in SHGs changed constructs of household livelihoods in Nyakach Sub-County, Kenya. The study hypotheses tested; absence of significant difference in household food security before and after joining SHGs, absence of significant difference in household healthcare access before and after joining SHGs, and absence of significant difference in household social capabilities before and after joining SHGs. Using Symbolic Interactionism Theory a longitudinal survey design was applied on 9450 target population. A sample of 384 provided data at two points before joining SHGs and after joining. Mean values of the two periods were compared using z-statistics. Findings showed that through participation in SHGs, improvement in food security (M=3.60; SD=1.39) and improvement in social capabilities (M=3.53; SD=1.36) were highly changed. Improvement in healthcare access was slight (M=2.73 ; SD=1.04). A significant and positive improvement in livelihood constructs of the SHG members was observed thus rejection of the null hypotheses (H01 ; H02 and H03). Conclusively, participation in SHGs had significant potential of improving livelihood constructs of households. It is recommended that healthcare as a construct of livelihood should be institutionalised through SHGs for more community reach.

Material Innovation of Animation Modeling Design Based on Visual Symbol Theory

Character modeling is an important link in animation design, and it is one of the keys to determining whether an animation is successful or not, as well as determining the value of animation and related industries. This paper examines the role of material innovation in the development of animation art, as well as the impact of various materials on animation production technology and design style, using the visual symbol theory as a guide. GA (genetic algorithm) is used in the comic design process to improve the fidelity and efficiency of the artwork. GA performs data training of multiple components; selection and crossover operations are carried out continuously according to the fitness threshold; and the particle swarm optimization strategy is added. This algorithm increases the rate of design reuse and efficiency, as well as the ability to determine the best component combination scheme.

Achieving Empowerment over Shame through the Arts: A Photovoice Study Exploring Shame and Resistance among Women Sex Workers

ABSTRACT Informed by Brown’s theory of shame resilience and Scheff’s symbolic interactionist theory of social bonds as this relates to the emotion of shame, this article presents an in-depth exploration of the emotional and social experiences of eleven women working in the sex industry and the induced stigma and shame of their life situations. Using photovoice methodology, the photographs and interview data revealed that being engaged in sex work was not in and of itself shame inducing, but the personal, social, and institutional stigma of their work made it difficult to maintain their physical, emotional, and mental health. While the findings highlight the highly social aspect of shame and the oppression it brings upon women engaged in sex work, the act of photographing their experiences and sharing them through the arts-based research method of photovoice served as a form of empowerment and resistance, allowing for a redefinition and reconceptualization of the shame, stereotypes and assumptions associated with their work in the sex industry. Incorporating the arts in strengths-based, feminist therapy with sex workers can help individuals reflect on their abilities, identify their experiences, express emotion, and narratives, while offering insights into alternative possibilities and solutions in their lives.

IMITATING THE EMANCIPATION OF HINDU FEMALE CHARACTERS IN BALINESE WAYANG LEGENDS

The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of Hindu women based on the legends of the wayang performance. Many post-colonial Balinese Hindu women began to leave their culture. To be more empowered, they do not have to leave their culture. They are still relevant as role models, like Dewi Anjani, Srikandi, and Dewi Kunti's struggle in the legends. The issues are as follows: (1) What is the image of Dewi Anjani, Srikandi, and Dewi Kunti's struggle? What can be learned from the three Hindu female figures in the legends? All the data was collected through documentation, observation, and interviews with informants in Denpasar. Qualitative-interpretative descriptive analysis is supported by applying symbol, hegemony, and deconstruction theory. The results show that Dewi Anjani is a female character who is able to fight for her rights equal to her two brothers. Srikandi is a female character who is able to fight on par with the leader of the knights on the battlefield. Meanwhile, Dewi Kunti was able to show a firm attitude during the Pandawa conflict. The images of the three figures are role models for the reconstruction of post-colonial Balinese Hindu women in responding to the challenges of globalization.

Nilai Pendidikan Dalam Tari Dewa Ayu Di Desa Pemuteran, Kecamatan Gerokgak, Kabupaten Buleleng

This scientific work aims to discuss the procession of the dewa ayu dance and it’s value of Hindu religious education contained in this dance. This scientific work is the result of qualitative research whose data was collected through observation, documentation studies and in-depth interviews with Pemuteran village traditional leaders and observers of Balinese culture. Data analysis was carried out qualitatively descriptive by applying a number of eclectic theories, namely aesthetic theory, symbol theory and constructivism theory. The results of the study show that the indigenous people of Pemuteran Village are trying to preserve the Dewa Ayu Dance as an offering to Hyang Widi Wasa at the Panca Yadnya Ceremony. In general, the procession of the god ayu dance can be divided into three parts (1) canang sari and incense offerings by stakeholders; (2) ngurek, which is the stage of the dancers who are accompanied by stakeholders who experience a disturbances by stabbing themselves with a dagger they carry; (3) the dancers' awareness stage from distress to the normal situation. Pemangku took a keris from a dancer to be given a tirta and brought to its place (innards). Dewa Ayu dance has educational values, including: the value of togetherness education, the value of tattwa education, the value of moral education, ceremonial education, and the educational value of appreciation of art and culture. As part of efforts to preserve guardian dance (sacred), the tradition of Dewa Ayu dance performances in the life of Pemuteran Village community needs to be preserved.

How is Religious Experience Possible? On the (Quasi-Transcendental) Mode of Argument in Kant’s Religion

AbstractKant’s general mode of argument in Religion within the Bounds of Bare Reason, especially his defence of human nature’s propensity to evil, is a matter of considerable controversy: while some interpret his argument as strictly a priori, others interpret it as anthropological. In dialogue with Allen Wood’s recent work, I defend my earlier claim that Religion employs a quasi-transcendental mode of argument, focused on the possibility of a specific type of experience, not experience in general. In Religion, Kant portrays religious experience as possible only for beings with a good predisposition and a propensity to evil. Kant’s theory of the archetype and his theory of symbolism illustrate the same mode of argument. Taking Religion as a sequel to the third Critique more than the second, my perspectival interpretation makes room for a robust view of unsociable sociability without the absurd deception of regarding it as the source of human evil.

Makna Simbolik Pratima Hyang Ratu di Pura Dadia Se-Desa Adat Kerobokan Kabupaten Badung

The existence of Hindus in the world cannot be separated from the use of media or symbols to worship God, one of which is pratima (in Balinese it is called pretima). Pratima Hyang and Ratu, when viewed from the history of the development of the art of sculpture, the paired statues (husband and wife) can be suspected as the embodiment of the spirits of the kings as rulers of the region, while Pratima Hyang can be suspected as the oracle of Hyang Widhi'sbecause the prestigepralingga used is in the form of an ox that can be used as an ox. identified with the prebhawa Hyang Widhi, namely Dewa Iswara riding a white ox. This research using descriptive qualitative methods. The approach used in this research is the approach Exfost facto. The theory used in this research is a symbol theory. This type of data and research are primary data and secondary data. The symbolic meanings of pratima Hyang and Ratu include: a) the meaning of holiness, meaning that by worshiping and honoring pratima Hyang and Ratu in the temple, it is expected to awaken and maintain the sanctity of the hearts of the worshipers; b) the meaning of the leadership of pratima Ratu with the title Ratu means to lead, it is hoped that the worshipers of pratima and the temple concerned are able to lead their deities in an effort to strengthen and increase srada bhakti to the gods and ancestors; c) the meaning of harmony and unity means that through the existence of pratima Hyang and Ratu, it can grow, awaken, and strengthen the spirit of harmony of the people who carry the pratima and the temple concerned. 

Analysis Reinforcementscore of Characteristics Education “Kentrung Gas” Art in SMA 2 Bondowoso (George Herbert Mead's Theory of Interactionism Symbolic)

Kentrung is the art of oral literature or the speaking of art (oral theater) accompanied by trebeng beats. Kentrung art is also found in Bondowoso, which has the characteristic of using the Madurese language as the language of instruction. Currently, kentrung art is popularized and often played by GAS (Grup Apresiasi Seni) Bondowoso. This study attempts to analyze Reinforcementscore of Characteristics Education of kentrung GAS art in SMA Negeri 2 Bondowoso which is studied through the interactionism symbolic theory of George Herbert Mead. This study uses a qualitative research method with the research location in GAS Bondowoso Studio and SMA 2 Bondowoso. The primary data sources in this study were the main informants, namely the puppeteers and kentrung performers of GAS Bondowoso and students of SMA 2 Bondowoso. Techniques of data collection in this study using interviews, observation and documentation. There are several uniqueness in the art form of kentrung GAS Bondowoso. First, the use of Madurese language in staging stories and reading rhymes of kentrung. Second, the number of personnel in the art of kentrung GAS Bondowoso is four to seven people. Third, the songs are sung using modern (popular) songs. Meanwhile, the structure of the Kentrung GAS Bondowoso art consists of several elements, namely elements of players, elements of stories, elements of costumes, elements of rhymes, and elements of instrumental music. Based on the research discussion, kentrung GAS Bondowoso from the perspective of interactionism symbolic theory describes 3 things. While Reinforcementscore of Characteristics Education of kentrung GAS art in SMAN 2 Bondowoso, it can be concluded that in the form and entire structure of kentrung GAS there are values for Reinforcement of Characteristics Education. Reinforcementscore of Characteristics Education are mostly found in the rhyme element of kentrung.

Perception and attitude of Nigerian police personnel towards the adoption of spiritual security mechanism for police operations

ABSTRACT Despite its exclusive reliance on ‘modern’ policing techniques and equipment, the service-delivery capacity of the Nigeria Police Force is still generally on the average. Therefore, this study investigated the perception and attitude of Nigerian police personnel towards the adoption of spiritual security mechanism for police operations. Symbolic interactionism theory was utilised as conceptual framework. Data were elicited from 21 police officers serving at the Oyo State Police Command Criminal Investigation Department and 16 police officials of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad unit using in-depth interview and focus group discussion methods. Most of the respondents acknowledged the existence of spiritual security mechanism. Although some police officials were secretly utilising spiritual security mechanism for criminal investigations, four major factors were identified as constituting barriers to the possibility of incorporating it into police operations.

The Transformation from Fear into Hope in Rise of the Guardians

Fear and hope are common topics in children's animation film. Famous children’s fantasy characters usually represent the children who overcome their fear and turn it to hope to help the children overcome their fear. Rise of the Guardians is one of the films that rises these topics. This paper aims to prove that Santa Claus, Tooth Fairy, Easter Bunny, Sandman, and Jack Frost in Rise of the guardians really experienced the fear of being forgotten. Then, the paper will show how the guardians as the representation try to overcome the fear by freezing, avoiding the source of fear, and facing the fear. And after that, how they try to transform that fear into hope by gaining a positive mind and finding a new goal. Symbolism theory combines with fear and hope theories are used to analyse these statements. Keywords: Fear, transformation, hope, symbolism in literature, children’s fantasy characters

Analysing The Meaning Of Tone Indicators By Neurodivergent Community in Twitter

Miscommunication happens often in social media, especially in text-based environment where tone can be non-existent for the readers. Tone indicators are introduced to help ease the process of message interpretation by indicating the tone or context delivered in text. The neurodivergent community has found this tool to be beneficial and utilise it in their day-to-day communication in social media, especially Twitter where the majority of content comes in text. This study presents a qualitative analysis of how the community the define tone indicators through interaction symbolic theory. The result indicated that tone indicators not only helped clarify the tone or context in text, but also emphasized the expression or emotion conveyed as well as minimizing the misinterpretation of messages. Tone indicators had also shaped the behaviour taken during communication online and provide an inclusive digital space. Result has provided insights on the community and tone indicators in social media.

Beyond Adherence: The Healthwork of People Living with HIV in Nigeria

ABSTRACT Following the introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) in 1996, adherence was regarded by biomedical researchers as the only way to manage HIV effectively in everyday life. The sociological critique of this biomedical stance posits that the everyday management of HIV goes beyond the biomedical conception of adherence, as HIV-positive individuals undertake healthwork practices that form the basis of HIV management. Using symbolic interactionism and social context theory to ground the lived experience of healthwork, this paper explores the kinds of healthwork people living with HIV in Nigeria undertake. Drawing from 32 semi-structured interviews with HIV-positive individuals living in Nigeria, it was observed that healthwork is an individualized practice including spirituality, testing, counseling, adherence, concealment, dieting, and support-group participation. These practices are shaped by the sociocultural, economic, political, and structural factors in the Nigerian context. Meaningful healthwork practices were informed by the personal responses to HIV diagnosis, and such practices were tied to formal rules, local dynamics, and contextual issues that are shaped by structural and institutional factors. This paper contributes to sociological knowledge on HIV management by demonstrating the importance of context and meaning in the design of health interventions and programs connected with the lived experience of people living with HIV.

МАНДРІВНА ФІЛОСОФІЯ ГРИГОРІЯ СКОВОРОДИ У ВІДОБРАЖЕННІ НЕЙРОМЕРЕЖ

Hryhorii Skovoroda is the most prominent figure in the history of Ukrainian philosophy. His works also had been elaborated in detail. The article substantiates the relevance of further studies of the image and creativity of the philosopher, their importance for the image of modern Ukrainian studies. The author stated that a new look at the social reality of the 21st century is impossible without taking into account the development of digital technologies. The interaction of the participants of the modern Internet goes beyond the scope of improved communication. The use of neural networks for socio-philosophical studies of visual culture is a new stage in the development of visual research methods. In the article, we had been tried to combine the theories of visual analysis with empirical sociophilosophical research. It was concluded that the use of a neural network has a considerable heuristic potential, complements, strengthens and enriches scientific analytics on the problems of Skovorodology. The textbook doctrine of Hryhorii Skovoroda about the three worlds inspired us to explore the world of texts, the world of images, and the world of symbols. H. Skovoroda’s author’s texts named skovorodians in Ukrainian language had been analyzed in the study. Emphasis was placed on the availability and distribution of full-text works in the Internet network. Key words and concepts in the scientific works of Ukrainian researchers in various fields of knowledge were analyzed. The world of symbols that make up the sacralized space of the culture of the modern world had been processed with the help of the Google image search engine. The work examines how the general features of the biography and personality of the philosopher and writer, as well as the philosophical and literary heritage of the thinker, are reflected in the symbolic world. In the theories of symbolism of H. S. Skovoroda, we relied on the developments of D. Chyzhevsky, T. Lutoy, M. Ryk. The world of images had been explored using the Midjourney neural network query generation. It was concluded that adressing to the neural network leads the research of Hryhoriy Skovoroda's artistic images beyond the boundaries of aesthetics and philosophy of arts into the existence of "living Ukrainian philosophy". Carrying out an interpretive analysis of images generated by a neural network, the authors are faced with the question: is the generated image a new source of primary information for analysis? This article describes the search for an answer to this question.

Victor Turner's Theory of Symbols: The Symbolism of a Religious Site and Object in a Rural Environment in Eastern Slovakia

This article is dedicated to the symbolism of a religious site (the church) and a religious object (the cross) in Christianity in a concrete locality and community. The study was based on Victor Turner’s theory of ritual and symbols. I used Turner’s definitions and classification of symbols as well as his theses related to rituals. My aim was to demonstrate that the church and the cross can be categorized as dominant symbols in Christianity, even though they besr distinct characteristics of dominant symbols. The data analyzed in the present text were collected by the ethnographic interview and participant observation methods during ethnographic field research. The research was conducted in eastern Slovakia, in a village in which the majority of resident are affiliated with the Greek-Catholic faith. Building on the analysis of ethnographic data, I will demonstrate the strenghts and weaknesses of Turner's theory of symbols. During the analysis, I will suggest possible answers, stemming mainly from cognitive anthropology, for certain questions left unanswered by Turner.

Semiotics Analysis of Forget Me not A Film Directed by Kei Horie Using Roland Barthes’ Theory

Semiotics is the theory and study of signs and symbols, especially as elements of language or other systems of communication which include traffic signs, emojis, and emoticons used in electronic communication, and logos and brands used by international corporations to sell us things—"brand loyalty," they call it. This research is about semiotic analysis that presents the result from the research of signs in a film. The data the signs in Forget Me Not film that was downloaded from youtube.com. This research uses the semiotics theory of Roland Barthes that discusses the denotative meaning and the connotative meaning. The writer also used an online dictionary to find the definition. This is a qualitative research paper. The writer found the denotative meaning of a necklace is a jewelry with pendant. The connotative meaning of a necklace is to strengthen the relationship. The denotative meaning of a video showing living things to keep precious memories. It denotes that a picture is a thing that is based on an object. The writer concludes that the last connotative meaning of a picture is documenting the story