Life-Change and ‘Conversion’ in Antiquity: An Analysis of the Testimonies of Dion of Prousa and Aelius Aristeides

Antichthon ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
pp. 164-184
Author(s):  
Katherine Moignard
Keyword(s):  
Process Model ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Life Change ◽  
Strict Sense ◽  
Change Models ◽  
The Road ◽  
Conversion Narratives ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Scriptural Passage ◽  
Definition Of

AbstractOur image of ‘conversion’ takes its form from well-known episodes in the lives of St Paul and St Augustine. Paul's life is turned around by a blinding vision of Jesus on the road to Damascus (Act. Ap. 9.1–22); Augustine is directed by an oracle to a scriptural passage that ends his hesitations and sets him on the course that he has long known he should take (August. Conf. 8.12). Very much in parallel, although in a non-Christian context, are crisis-provoked life-changes reported by the Second Sophistic orators Dion of Prousa and Aelius Aristeides. Aristeides finds his life transformed by the intervention of the god Asklepios; Dion receives – he claims, from a god – advice that, put into effect, makes him the philosopher he has aspired to be. Were Dion and Aristeides ‘converts’? Adopting a conservative definition of ‘conversion’, I will argue that their accounts – though not autobiographies in the strict sense of that term – can legitimately be called ‘conversion narratives’. I will then test each for its goodness-of-fit to two influential life-change models, the first developed by Arnold van Gennep and Victor Turner in the context of initiation rituals, and the second, Lewis Rambo's process model of conversion.

How We Do Race

On Inhumanity ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 34-42
Author(s):  
David Livingstone Smith
Keyword(s):  
Human Beings ◽  
The Road ◽  
The Core ◽  
The Everyday ◽  
Core Elements ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of

This chapter teases out the core elements of the ordinary conception of “race.” This does not include a scientific or philosophical definition of race. Rather, the chapter talks about the view of race that most people just slip into when going about the everyday business of life. It is a conception that has been taken so thoroughly for granted that many do not even question it. The chapter argues that understanding the conception of race is key to understanding dehumanization, because beliefs about race lie at the heart of the dehumanizing process. It shows that dividing human beings into races—into “our kind” and “their kind”—is the first step on the road to dehumanizing them.

On the Road to Ephesus

2015 ◽  
pp. 102-125
Author(s):  
Suzanne Roff-Wexler
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Healthcare Organizations ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
The Road ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of

Following a brief review of literature on big data as well as wisdom, this chapter provides a definition of data-based wisdom in the context of healthcare organizations and their visions. The author addresses barriers and ways to overcome barriers to data-based wisdom. Insights from interviews with leading healthcare professionals add practical meaning to the discussion. Finally, future research directions and questions are suggested, including the role of synchronicity and serendipity in data-based wisdom. In this chapter, developing data-based wisdom systems that flourish Wisdom, Virtue, Intellect, and Knowledge are encouraged.

scholarly journals Sustainable Markets: Case Study Of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

2011 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 63 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dean R. Manna ◽  
Gayle Marco ◽  
Brittany Lynn Khalil ◽  
Sara Meier
Keyword(s):  
Main Idea ◽  
Passenger Cars ◽  
The Road ◽  
The World ◽  
Sustainable Marketing ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
The Impact

The traditional definition of sustainability calls for policies and strategies that meet societys present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (1). Sustainability is a concern in private and public sectors all over the world; it is an issue that resonates with people in all age ranges, income levels, and geographic locations. The main idea of sustainability is reduce, reuse, and recycle. People and organizations alike must consider every possible effect from the decisions they make in regards to the environment. With over 600,000,000 passenger cars on the road in the world, and over 50,000,000 passenger cars built each year, it is imperative that automakers make sustainable decisions (2). It is not just the large number of vehicles in the world that is cause for concern, but the immense amount of resources needed to manufacture, transport, and fuel them. Automakers must consider the impact that each car has during every stage of its life cycle, in addition to their responsibility to society (in terms of the environment, education, and safety) and the impact of their suppliers. This case study is designed to discuss the background of Toyota and highlight the companys current actions in regard to sustainable marketing; a comparison will also be made to the sustainable efforts of Honda and Subaru.

On the Road to Ephesus

Big Data ◽  
2016 ◽  
pp. 2275-2299
Author(s):  
Suzanne Roff-Wexler
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Healthcare Organizations ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
The Road ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of

Following a brief review of literature on big data as well as wisdom, this chapter provides a definition of data-based wisdom in the context of healthcare organizations and their visions. The author addresses barriers and ways to overcome barriers to data-based wisdom. Insights from interviews with leading healthcare professionals add practical meaning to the discussion. Finally, future research directions and questions are suggested, including the role of synchronicity and serendipity in data-based wisdom. In this chapter, developing data-based wisdom systems that flourish Wisdom, Virtue, Intellect, and Knowledge are encouraged.

A Study of Roman Roads in Anatolia: Principles and Methods

1974 ◽  
Vol 24 ◽  
pp. 143-149
Author(s):  
D. H. French
Keyword(s):  
Historical Geography ◽  
Asia Minor ◽  
The Road ◽  
Methods And Techniques ◽  
Road Systems ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Practical Demonstration ◽  
Ultimate Purpose

It is my intention, here, to present the background to my work in a field which I have adopted, perhaps rashly and unwisely, in the spirit of an interested amateur. The work has been centred on the road systems of Roman Asia Minor and is concerned with the surviving evidence for the course and route of Roman roads, and the topographical and geographical problems which follow on from the elucidation of these roads. At a higher level of investigation I have been considering the grade of information which is afforded by the surviving literary evidence e.g. the itineraries. My ultimate purpose is to provide material for a fresh appraisal of the historical geography of Asia Minor: such material as I can collect is specifically intended to be a contribution to a new map or maps of Roman Asia Minor.In this article I wish to offer an outline of:(1) the principles which underlie my approach,(2) the definition of the categories of desired information,(3) a practical demonstration of the methods and techniques adopted in the work.

scholarly journals Legal doctrine as a matrix of quality law

2020 ◽  
pp. 88-97 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lvova Olena
Keyword(s):  
Legislative Process ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Legal Doctrine ◽  
The Road ◽  
Matrix Quality ◽  
On The Road ◽  
The One ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Legislative Activities ◽  
Law Making

Іntroduction. The article notes the relevance of defining the role of doctrine in the development of the law, given the rapid legislative races on the road to European integration. It is emphasized that the legal doctrines of different States may differ in the strength of their national characteristics, certain objective factors – historical, political, economic, cultural, religious and the like. As an example, it is possible to call existing since ancient times, doctrines of natural rights, popular sovereignty, social contract, the theological doctrine of state and law, rule of law and the like. Тhe aim of the article. Given the above, the aim of the article is the study of the legal doctrine as a kind of matrix quality law and the definition of its influence on legislative activities. One of the definitions of the term «matrix» is understanding it as a General framework, models, diagrams, anything. Results. Scientists, analyzing the legal doctrine distinguish two main functions: on the one hand it is the theoretical basis for the legislative process, and on the other source of law, and, accordingly, is implemented in the enforceability of the process. Based on the reviewed definitions of legal doctrine and its role in law-making activities, its influence on the formation of high-quality law, as the conclusion should focus on the following features that characterize its matrix, to create high-quality law. Сonclusion. As a conclusion it is noted that the capacity of legal doctrine to serve as a matrix in the legislative and realtime processes due to its functional and content side: on the one hand, it is a waste years of theoretical (conceptual) framework for law-making; second, it objectifies the results of scientific research in the form of fundamental legal ideas and concepts (ideals, values, principles, norms); thirdly, the doctrinal knowledge transforms in legislation, filling it with quality content. Consequently, the legal doctrine as a body of basic scientific ideas is intended to be a repository of fundamental principles and values formed in the process of development of society, perceived them, and which should be to find objective expression in national law.

scholarly journals Analysis of the level of satisfaction of road network users - case review of road section Koprivna – Modriča (r-465)

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1-2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marko Subotić ◽  
Milan Tešić ◽  
Nikica Vidović
Keyword(s):  
Road Network ◽  
Satisfaction Level ◽  
Case Review ◽  
The Road ◽  
Road Signs ◽  
Road Section ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Geometrical Factors ◽  
Definition Of

The paper conducts a survey of satisfaction level of users of two lane road in regards to constructional-geometrical factors influencing unimpeded traffic and influence of human element during its maintenance. Establishing the satisfaction level of users of existing road network is the primary goal of the paper, through the definition of Level of Service of relevance for the analysis of traffic of interurban road network. The survey was conducted on the road section Koprivna – Modriča, regional road R-465 (Bušletić - Modriča). Using a questionnaire, the values of influence to the level of users’ satisfaction were established. Traffic infrastructure and elements of horizontal road signs have been identified as two main indicators giving negative grade to the level of satisfaction. The end of paper gives a review of measures for the improvement of existing conditions.

On the road to the definition of the cardiac miRNome in human disease states

2008 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 162-164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael V.G. Latronico ◽  
Gianluigi Condorelli
Keyword(s):  
Human Disease ◽  
The Road ◽  
Disease States ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of

On the Road to Adulthood: Michel Gondry’s Microbe & Gasoline and the French Road Movie

2020 ◽  
pp. 102-114
Author(s):  
Marcelline Block ◽  
Jennifer Kirby
Keyword(s):  
Coming Of Age ◽  
Border Crossing ◽  
Jean Cocteau ◽  
Steven Spielberg ◽  
Walt Disney ◽  
The Road ◽  
Childhood Play ◽  
The World ◽  
On The Road ◽  
Definition Of

In their chapter, Marcelline Block and Jennifer Kirby consider cinematic lineage and influence. This chapter argues that Gondry’s most recent feature, Microbe & Gasoline, a picaresque narrative, draws from the conventions of the road movie through its focus on social outsiders, light-hearted depiction of run-ins with the police, and emphasis on male bonding. This film also provides commentary on the notion and definition of “home” in France. Microbe & Gasoline, which follows two teenage boys taking a 250-mile-long journey through France in a makeshift house on wheels, links a coming-of-age narrative to a growing awareness of the complexities and divisions within France. In this film, Gondry depicts his trademark childhood play and whimsy alongside a sobering adult realization of injustices in the world. Representing yet another form of border crossing, the film blends conventions from the American road movie with the French road movie’s potential for what Gott calls “elaborating flexible, transnational and multicultural alternatives to a monolithic version of France.” It serves to reinforce Gondry’s status as an auteur whose work is frequently transnational in character, recalling Hill’s claim that Gondry is the spiritual heir to Jean Cocteau and Georges Méliès, as well as Walt Disney and Steven Spielberg.

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