Reading Retribution in the David Story Politically

Many formulations for the composition of 2 Sam 10–20 suggest that 2 Sam 10–12, or part thereof, are a later addition to an earlier text. It is argued that such an addition is likely to be from the monarchic period and, perhaps counter-intuitively in light of the subject material, supports an ideology of the Davidic dynasty. In 2 Sam 13–20, David is unaccountably weak and slow to quash the coup of his son Absalom. With the inclusion of 2 Sam 12:1–15, David is subject to God’s sovereignty, but divine favour is assured; and threats from the people in his kingdom, from Benjaminites and from within his own family have no possibility of success except as the instrument of divine retribution. A reading of the text is also considered in a post-monarchic period, where forgiveness and restoration after retribution had potential to bring comfort during and after exile.

The Application of 5E Learning Cycle Model Towards Students Learning Activities on Salt Hydrolysis Subject Material in Grade XI SMAN 1 Pakem Academic Year 2019/2020

This study aims to determine whether there is a significant difference between the application of the 5E Learning Cycle model and conventional learning towards learning activities on salt hydrolysis subject material. The type of research used experimental research. The study population was all students of grade XI at SMA Negeri 1 Pakem in the academic year 2019/2020, totaling 5 classes. The research sample used XI MIPA 1 class as the experimental class and XI MIPA 2 class as the control class which was taken by purposive sampling technique. Data collection through non-test techniques in the form of questionnaires and observations. Data analysis techniques on learning activity variables used Parametric Statistics Independent Sample T-Test for observational data and Non-Parametric Statistics for the Mann-Whitney test for questionnaire data. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that there is a significant difference between students who take learning with the 5E Learning Cycle model and students who take conventional learning towards learning activities.

Active Compliant PID Learning Control for Grinding Robots

This article proposes a Proportional, Integral, and Derivative (PID) learning controller for rigid robotic disk grinding mechanism. It has been observed that the stiffness of the robotic arm for a grinder has a direct correlation with the sensitivity of the grinding forces. It is also drastically influenced by the end-effector path tracking error resulting in limited accuracy of the robot. The error in robot’s accuracy is also increased by external interferences, such as surface imperfections and voids in the subject material. These errors can be mitigated via efficient feedback. In the proposed methodology, the controller gain is tuned by implementing a learning-based methodology to PID controllers. The learning control for the robotic grinding system helps by progressively decreasing error between the actual grinded paths and required trace. Experimental results demonstrate that as the grinder machines the required path iteratively, its grinding accuracy improves due to the learning algorithm.

FIRST EXPERIENCE WITH LAPAROSCOPIC RESECTION OF SPLEEN CYST (CASE STUDY AND BRIEF REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE)

Background. Cystic lesions of the spleen are not an uncommon pathology, however, until now clear criteria for the scope of surgical interventions are not clearly defined and depend on a number of anatomical and clinical features of this pathology, and laparoscopic resection is still a surgical challenge. Purpose. Preliminary analysis of the results of laparoscopic resection of spleen cysts, as well as the study of the current literature on the subject. Material and methods. This article presents a clinical case from the authors' personal experience with the diagnosis and treatment of a patient with a spleen cyst. Laparoscopic method was used in surgical treatment. In selecting it, a number of relevant medical literature was studied and analyzed. Results. As a result of a successful laparoscopic resection the patient managed to save such an important organ for homeostasis maintenance as the spleen. Postoperative complications were also avoided. Conclusions. Organ-preserving and minimally invasive interventions should remain the priority at the current stage of surgery development. In the treatment of such pathology as spleen cysts, planned approach is preferable, which allows for maximum preoperative diagnosis. It should take into account the etiology and localization of the cyst, as well as the peculiarities of blood supply to the spleen in a particular patient.

RUDRA PARPATI: AN AYURVEDIC HERBO – MINERAL DRUG REVIEW

The main objective of this review article is to discuss the therapeutic uses of Rudra Parpati and to discuss the different pharmacological properties and therapeutic uses of isolated constituent drugs of Rudra Parpati. The authentic subject material has been reviewed from Ayurveda and modern medical literature. Different research and review articles were searched in different journals. The subject material has also been searched on the internet. This review is mainly focused on different aspects of herbo mineral Ayurvedic formulation Rudra Parpati. Parpati rasayana is one among Chaturvidha Rasayana Kalpa which is very effective and can be prepared with less effort. In Ayurveda Rudra Parpati is mentioned in the management of Kasa/cough. Though it is popular as only Parpati used in Kharapaka form & having an indication other than Grahani but still an unexplored treasure with unique therapeutic utility. Hence an attempt has been made to address the therapeutic uses of Rudra Parpati and the probable mode of action of its constituent drugs. Keywords: Rudraparpati, Vataja Kasa.

Paternal Finasteride Treatment Can Influence the Testicular Transcriptome Profile of Male Offspring—Preliminary Study

(1) Background: Hormone-dependent events that occur throughout spermatogenesis during postnatal testis maturation are significant for adult male fertility. Any disturbances in the T/DHT ratio in male progeny born from females fertilized by finasteride-treated male rats (F0:Fin) can result in the impairment of testicular physiology. The goal of this work was to profile the testicular transcriptome in the male filial generation (F1:Fin) from paternal F0:Fin rats. (2) Methods: The subject material for the study were testis from immature and mature male rats born from females fertilized by finasteride-treated rats. Testicular tissues from the offspring were used in microarray analyses. (3) Results: The top 10 genes having the highest and lowest fold change values were mainly those that encoded odoriferous (Olfr: 31, 331, 365, 633, 774, 814, 890, 935, 1109, 1112, 1173, 1251, 1259, 1253, 1383) and vomeronasal (Vmn1r: 50, 103, 210, 211; Vmn2r: 3, 23, 99) receptors and RIKEN cDNA 5430402E10, also known as odorant-binding protein. (4) Conclusions: Finasteride treatment of male adult rats may cause changes in the testicular transcriptome of their male offspring, leading to a defective function of spermatozoa in response to odorant-like signals, which are recently more and more often noticed as significant players in male fertility.

Evaluation of glycolic acid and trichloroacetic acid peels in the treatment of melasma

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Melasma is a chronic acquired hypermelanosis of the skin mainly affecting women. The etiopathogenesis of melasma is not fully understood but multiple factors like genetic influences, sunlight exposure, pregnancy, estrogen ingestion and family history are implicated. The present study was aimed to evaluate the therapeutic, efficacy of glycolic acid (GA) and trichloroacetic acid (TCA) superficial chemical peels in melasma patients.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> Fifty patients with clinically diagnosed melasma of either sex attending the outpatient clinic of department of dermatology of Mamata medical college and hospital, Khammam during the period of April 2007 to March 2008 constituted the subject material.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Distribution of melasma patients by duration of lesions showed the duration varied from 6 months to 6 years in both the groups, the difference in the duration of disease in two groups was statistically non-significant. Whereas site involvement showed malar region (96%) was the most commonly affected site followed by forehead (80%) and chin (20%). Study also showed sunlight was the main precipitating factor and the most frequent Fitzpatrick skin phototype was type V. The majority of cases in both the groups pigmentation was homogenous. In both the groups, at the end of three peels, it was observed that maximum cases had moderate improvement. Burning sensation was significantly high in group B compared to group A, erythema was seen in more in group B.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> This study proposes to combine both their modalities of chemical peels for better results TCA peels are used initially to get prompt response and then followed by GA peels to further reduce the pigmentation and maintain the effect.</p>

Pendampingan Mendidik Siswa dengan Mutu dan Kualitas Setara dengan Sekolah Formal

Non-Formal Education is an alternative solution. In this study, a school data management information system was built consisting of five levels of users, namely the main administrator, school administrator, teachers, students, and community. The data were in the form of school data, facilities, managers, teachers, students, and general information. In addition, there was a Learning Program Unit (SAP) which informed the materials that must be delivered in the learning process. This information system was equipped with a learning application for the National Examination for students, consisting of subject material and practice of multiple-choice questions for economics, sociology, Indonesian, English, Geography, and Mathematics. The data constructed from the Education Office of Muaro Jambi Regency and the organizers of the package C program. While the learning application materials came from certain high school textbooks.

DIDACTICS OF WORK WITH VIDEO MATERIALS IN THE PROCESS OF THE GERMAN LANGUAGE TEACHING

The article considers the linguadidactical possibilities of using video materials in the educational process and substantiates the expediency of their use in German language classes. It is established that working with video materials mainly promotes the development of skills and abilities of listening and speaking, as well as actively contributes to the formation and further development of socio-cultural competence. The use of video in the classroom allows to individualize learning and intensify the selfdirected work of students. The introduction of video materials in the classroom also provides opportunities to create an artificial foreign language environment at any time and stage of study, adds a sense of realism, and promotes the development of audile and memory. Recently, there has been a notable increase of interest in educational videos as an effective means of teaching a foreign language, and the effectiveness of using video in German classes depends on the level of language training of students, thorough thematic selection of films and educational goals. The potential of videos is fully exploited if you integrate different activities. The most active and truly creative form of modern video work is the independent creation and viewing of video episodes. Working with video removes even a small risk of passive-receptive consumption of information, as well as increases the role of independent creative work. Preparatory explanatory conversations about the video are more useful than watching and working on the video itself, which can often only be an occasion for real communication and facilitate further understanding of the film. In addition, the effectiveness of foreign language teaching by this tool is also facilitated by the technical capabilities of video. Methodological processes based on the perception of image and sound can be used to achieve various goals of educational activities, development of creative abilities and skills through exercises for commenting and making dialogues. The use of video contributes to a more effective coverage of new language and subject material, strengthening and practical application of knowledge, the formation of receptive capabilities, executive skills and productive word use. Also, the use of video materials introduces elements of novelty, significantly expands and diversifies classes, increases cognitive activity and motivation of students, interests them in learning a particular topic and a foreign language in general