Anonymus Iamblichi and Nomos: Beyond the Sophistic Discourse

2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 383-398
Author(s):  
Anders Dahl Sørensen
Keyword(s):  
Human Life ◽  
Cultural Background ◽  
Democratic Society ◽  
Traditional Assumption

Abstract The paper challenges the traditional assumption that the fragments of ‘Anonymus Iamblichi’ (Diels-Kranz 89) are best understood and interpreted against the intellectual and cultural background of the so-called ‘sophistic movement’. I begin by suggesting that we can distinguish, in the fragments, between two separate ‘discourses’ concerning nomos (‘law’) and its role in human life: an abstract ‘sophistic’ discourse, centered around the defense of nomos against the antinomian champions of natural pleonexia, and another, less abstract and more polemical discourse on nomos, which is aimed at the author’s contemporary Athens. I argue that the author’s engagement with well-known sophistic ideas is best understood as instrumental to his polemical agenda: it provides him with a powerful intellectual framework in which to articulate his criticism of democratic society, especially with regard to traditional notions of social ‘benefaction’ and the relation between rich and poor.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KEARIFAN LOKAL NOVEL BIDADARI BERMATA BENING KARYA HABIBURRAHMAN EL SHIRAZY DAN RENCANA PELAKSANAAN PEMBELAJARANNYA DI KELAS XII SMA

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 58
Author(s):  
Murni Cahyani ◽  
Kadaryati Kadaryati ◽  
Bagiya Bagiya
Keyword(s):  
Human Life ◽  
Cultural Background ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Text Learning ◽  
Natural Flora ◽  
The Face ◽  
Third Person ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
And Behavior

This research aims to describe: (1) intrinsic elements; (2) local wisdom contained in the novel Bidadari Bermata Bening by Habiburrahman El Shirazy; (3) the plan to implement the learning of Bening Edged Bening novel by Habiburrahman El Shirazy in class XII of SMA. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. The results of this study concluded that (1) the intrinsic elements of the Bidadari Bering Bening novel, namely (a) themes: the major themes of the story of a woman's struggle in sustaining life, minor themes include, matchmaking, self-esteem, romance; (b) figures and characterizations: the main characters, namely Ayna and Gus Afif. Ayna is intelligent, assertive, patient and loyal, Gus Afif is intelligent, shy, responsible, humble, and independent; (c) flow: forward, (d) setting: setting, including Kanzul Ulum Islamic Boarding School, Lombok and Bait Ibni Sabil; time settings include morning, afternoon, evening and night; socio-cultural background including Javanese socio-cultural background); (e) point of view: the point of view of the all-knowing third person; (f) mandate: never put down others, never give up, and always be patient in the face of life's trials; (2) Local wisdoms in the Bidadari Bering Bening novel include (a) languages: Javanese, (b) knowledge systems: natural surroundings, natural flora, natural flora, and the characteristics and behavior of humans, (c) social organizations: systems kinship, (d) equipment of human life: food and shelter and housing, (e) livelihood system: merchants, (f) religious system: religious rituals and teachers / religious leaders, (g) arts: shadow puppets; (3) The plan for implementing novel text learning in class XII SMA based on the 2013 curriculum is contained in the basic competence 3.9 analyzing the contents of the novel and the language of the novel. The method used is a scientific-based Inquiry Learning method. Keywords: Clear-eyed Angels, intrinsic elements, local wisdom.

scholarly journals Cultural Background in Tamil Malayalam Short stories

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deepa Saravanan N ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Short Stories ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Cultural Background ◽  
Cultural Contexts

The zealous biological ideas that refine human life are one that is necessary to discover that language is transcendent. A comparative study of the works of contemporary living bilingual writers will reveal the richness of the literature. In the sense that this study becomes essential. Among the contemporary creators are Tamil writer Nanjil Nadan and Malayalam writer C.V. Balakrishnan. The book compares the short stories of two authors, Balakrishnan, and explores cultural contexts. A comparative study of the works of bilingual artists from different countries reveals the customs and cultures of their community and how their country's arts are nurtured and preserved.

John Dewey and the Mutual Influence of Democracy and Education

2009 ◽  
Vol 71 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Fott
Keyword(s):  
John Dewey ◽  
Mutual Influence ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Fine Arts ◽  
Democratic Society ◽  
Social Division ◽  
Mental Powers ◽  
Democracy And Education ◽  
Intelligence Education

AbstractFor Dewey education is the growth of mental powers, where “growth” has no fixed content but involves the increasing harmonization of individuals with society. That harmonization must respect the uniqueness of each person and his capacity for intelligence. Education aims to develop a model democratic society, which Dewey sees as similar to an ideal community of scientific inquirers. That comparison is highly questionable, however. Dewey's curricular emphases include science, geography, history, literature, and fine arts, the last two of which promote a greater appreciation for all of human life—provided society is not too separated into classes. Related to social division is what he considers the false problems of epistemology, with its separation between mind and world. But Dewey's failure to think more rigorously about the relation of philosophy to science makes his philosophy a poor bulwark against postmodernism.

scholarly journals Right to life and use of absolutely necessary force: Standards of European Court of Human Rights and situation in Serbia

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 (3) ◽  
pp. 62-86
Author(s):  
Danilo Stevandić
Keyword(s):  
Human Rights ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Democratic Society ◽  
European Convention ◽  
Constitutional Court ◽  
Right To Life ◽  
Legal Standards ◽  
European Court ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Right

The right to life falls under the category of fundamental human rights, which are guaranteed to every person, under all circumstances and in all places. Nevertheless, the right to life is subject to certain restrictions required by reasons considered justified according to standards prevalent in a democratic society. After laying special stress on the relevant provisions set forth in the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, the paper further tackles the basic viewpoint of the European Court of Human Rights on the Protection of the Right to Life and implementation of the "absolutely necessary force" criterion, after which it addresses the compliance of domestic law with the European legal standards in this area. The legal standard concerning absolutely necessary force means a higher degree of necessity in relation to the standard detailing on what is "necessary in a democratic society" and therefore represents the ultima ratio for achieving a legitimate goal. As a last resort intended for the protection of human life, the force has to be aimed at protecting physical integrity and thus it is proportionate to the threatening violence, i.e., clear and imminent danger to human life. The European Court of Human Rights assesses whether the force that was used is proportional to the achievement of legitimate goals and thereby absolutely necessary according to the criteria of a democratic society by applying a more stringent necessity and proportionality tests in each specific case. The legal standards of the European Court of Human Rights, especially the standards on the use of absolutely necessary force, both support and affirm the protection of the right to life and concurrently shape the practice of the Constitutional Court of Serbia. The establishment of a normative and institutional framework has created elementary prerequisites for effective protection of the right to life in the Republic of Serbia, whilst breach of its procedural obligation is the most common reason for its responsibility with respect to violations of the right to life.

scholarly journals Human rights in a democratic society

2021 ◽  
pp. 270-276
Author(s):  
T. O. Chepurchenko
Keyword(s):  
Human Rights ◽  
Civil Rights ◽  
Rule Of Law ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Democratic Society ◽  
Political Elite ◽  
Political Regime ◽  
Democratic Values ◽  
Legal Principles ◽  
The Individual

The basic law of our state, which has constitutionally declared itself to be legal and democratic, contains a provision according to which a person is recognized as the highest social value. In view of this, the article characterizes the understanding and content of human rights in a democratic development. It is noted that democratic values are based on human rights and freedoms, which are an integral part of law and legislation. The law must be legal. It is not so if it contradicts fundamental human rights: it does not reflect natural and legal principles; does not comply with generally accepted international legal principles and norms on human and civil rights, etc.These aspects characterize the content of human rights in a democracy. It is emphasized that democracy is first of all a system of carefully prepared and strictly observed laws that regulate all spheres of life of the state, guarantee the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Therefore, the development and strengthening of a democratic, social, legal state is impossible without the establishment of human rights and freedoms. The existence of human rights and freedoms and their guarantee are a kind of external method of limiting power, which always seeks to self-expand and strengthen its presence in all spheres of human life. Under the normal interaction of power and law, which is quite natural in a democratic society and state system, thereis their mutual enrichment. It is then that the provisions and formulas on the «rule of law», «rule of law», «rule of law» acquire real significance. A political regime will be democratic only if it represents the interests of the general population. The political elite must rule in the interests of the majority of society, not for the benefit of the privileged minority. Democracy is based on the value of every human being, so it strives to create civilized living conditions for all citizens. In conclusion, the thesis is emphasized that human rights are a universal category that originates from the very nature of man and his ability to enjoy the basic, most important benefits and conditions of safe, free existence of the individual in society. Keywords: power, democracy, democratic values, law, rule of law, human rights and freedoms.

Biosecurity: tools, behaviours and concepts

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 449-452
Author(s):  
Alan MacLeod ◽  
Nicola Spence
Keyword(s):  
Plant Protection ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Animal Health ◽  
Early Warning Systems ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Surveillance Programs ◽  
Harmful Organisms ◽  
The One ◽  
Biosecurity Practices

COVID 19 has raised the profile of biosecurity. However, biosecurity is not only about protecting human life. This issue brings together mini-reviews examining recent developments and thinking around some of the tools, behaviours and concepts around biosecurity. They illustrate the multi-disciplinary nature of the subject, demonstrating the interface between research and policy. Biosecurity practices aim to prevent the spread of harmful organisms; recognising that 2020 is the International Year of Plant Health, several focus on plant biosecurity although invasive species and animal health concerns are also captured. The reviews show progress in developing early warning systems and that plant protection organisations are increasingly using tools that compare multiple pest threats to prioritise responses. The bespoke modelling of threats can inform risk management responses and synergies between meteorology and biosecurity provide opportunities for increased collaboration. There is scope to develop more generic models, increasing their accessibility to policy makers. Recent research can improve pest surveillance programs accounting for real-world constraints. Social science examining individual farmer behaviours has informed biosecurity policy; taking a broader socio-cultural approach to better understand farming networks has the potential to change behaviours in a new way. When encouraging public recreationists to adopt positive biosecurity behaviours communications must align with their values. Bringing together the human, animal, plant and environmental health sectors to address biosecurity risks in a common and systematic manner within the One Biosecurity concept can be achieved through multi-disciplinary working involving the life, physical and social sciences with the support of legislative bodies and the public.

Self-Promoting and Modest Job Applicants in Different Cultures

2011 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-77 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marianne Schmid Mast ◽  
Denise Frauendorfer ◽  
Laurence Popovic
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Background ◽  
Job Applicants ◽  
Presentation Style ◽  
Interview Situation ◽  
French Speaking ◽  
Different Cultures

The goal of this study was to investigate the influence of the recruiter’s cultural background on the evaluation of a job applicant’s presentation style (self-promoting or modest) in an interview situation. We expected that recruiters from cultures that value self-promotion (e.g., Canada) will be more inclined to hire self-promoting as compared to modest applicants and that recruiters from cultures that value modesty (e.g., Switzerland) will be less inclined to hire self-promoting applicants than recruiters from cultures that value self-promotion. We therefore investigated 44 native French speaking recruiters from Switzerland and 40 native French speaking recruiters from Canada who judged either a self-promoting or a modest videotaped applicant in terms of hireability. Results confirmed that Canadian recruiters were more inclined to hire self-promoting compared to modest applicants and that Canadian recruiters were more inclined than Swiss recruiters to hire self-promoting applicants. Also, we showed that self-promotion was related to a higher intention to hire because self-promoting applicants are perceived as being competent.

Human Life Is Group Life

1980 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 416-417
Author(s):  
HOWARD B. ROBACK
Keyword(s):  
Human Life ◽  
Group Life
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