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Proračunske diskontinuitete v češki lokalni samoupravi
Get PDFPurpose: This paper aims to identify which phases of the budgetary process are, according to the predictions of punctuated equilibrium theory, more prone to punctuations; to determine the factors influencing the occurrence of punctuations in these phases; and to test these assumptions using Czech regional data from 2005 to 2023.Design/methodology/approach: The study utilises data on Czech regional current expenditure from 2005 to 2023, disaggregated into 113 functional budget lines. A two-sample Z-test is employed to determine whether the number of large annual changes in a functional budget line differs across the approved, amended, and executed budgets. A binary logit model is applied to assess whether external shocks, electoral changes, or budget complexity increase the likelihood of punctuations in the different budget phases.Findings: The analysis reveals that punctuations occur more frequently in budget allocation than in actual spending, and that greater complexity in the budgeting process leads to an increased number of punctuations. The number of punctuations rose during the rebudgeting phase in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020 and the influx of Ukrainian refugees in 2022. Elections and changes in government leadership were found to have no significant impact. Academic contribution to the field: This paper offers a novel application of punctuated equilibrium theory by linking it to the distinct phases of local government budgeting. It traces the evolution of punctuations across the stages of approved, amended, and executed budgets, and evaluates the influence of external shocks. The study demonstrates the theory’s adaptability in analysing the effects of unprecedented events on public policy and budgeting. Originality/significance/value: The research recognises the differentiation between local government budgeting phases in terms of institutional costs and exogenous shocks affecting decision-making and implementation. This segmentation of the budgetary process makes a significant contribution to both the theoretical understanding and practical application of the punctuated equilibrium theory.Namen: avtorja si prizadevata ugotoviti, katere faze proračunskega procesa so po napovedih teorije prekinjenega ravnotežja bolj podvržene diskontinuitetam; določiti dejavnike, ki vplivajo na pojav diskontinuitet v teh fazah; ter te predpostavke preveriti na podatkih čeških regij za obdobje 2005–2023.Načrt/metodologija/pristop: študija uporablja podatke o tekočih izdatkih čeških regij za obdobje 2005–2023, razčlenjene na 113 funkcionalnih proračunskih postavk. Za ugotavljanje, ali se število velikih letnih sprememb v posamezni funkcionalni postavki razlikuje med sprejetim, spremenjenim (rebalansiranim) in realiziranim proračunom, je uporabljen Z-test za dva vzorca. Za oceno, ali zunanji pretresi, volilne spremembe ali kompleksnost proračuna povečajo verjetnost diskontinuitet v različnih proračunskih fazah, je uporabljen binarni logitni model.Ugotovitve: analiza razkrije, da se diskontinuitete pogosteje pojavljajo pri proračunskih alokacijah kot pri dejanski porabi ter da večja kompleksnost proračunskega procesa vodi v večje število diskontinuitet. Število diskontinuitet se je v fazi rebalansa povečalo kot odziv na izbruh covida-19 leta 2020 in prihod ukrajinskih beguncev leta 2022. Volitve in spremembe v vodstvu vlade niso imele pomembnega (statistično značilnega) vpliva.Akademski prispevek k področju: članek ponuja novo aplikacijo teorije prekinjenega ravnotežja, saj jo povezuje z različnimi fazami proračunskega procesa v lokalni samoupravi. Sledi razvoju diskontinuitet skozi faze sprejetih, spremenjenih in realiziranih proračunov ter ocenjuje vpliv zunanjih pretresov. Študija pokaže prilagodljivost teorije pri analizi učinkov dogodkov brez primere na javne politike in proračun.Izvirnost/pomen/vrednost: raziskava prepoznava razlikovanje med fazami lokalnega proračunskega procesa glede institucionalnih stroškov in eksogenih pretresov, ki vplivajo na odločanje in izvedbo. Ta segmentacija proračunskega procesa je pomemben prispevek tako k teoretičnemu razumevanju kot tudi k praktični uporabi teorije prekinjenega ravnotežja
The Effect of Oral Hormonal Contraceptives on Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
Get PDFOralna hormonska kontracepcija (OHK) je med ženskami razširjena oblika podpiranja ali reguliranja rednega menstrualnega cikla, zagotavljanja zaščite pred nosečnostjo in urejanja hormonskih neravnovesij. Med menstrualnim ciklom obstaja precejšnja variabilnost stopnje presnove v mirovanju (ang. Resting metabolic rate - RMR). Uživanje OHK, bi lahko preko vnosa eksogenih sintetičnih spolnih hormonov, ki zmotijo naraven ovarijski hormonski profil, lahko imelo posledice na RMR. Opravili smo narativni pregled literature z namenom proučiti učinke endogenih in eksogenih spolnih hormonov na RMR, ter morebitne razlike v vplivu pri uporabi progestinske OHK in kombinirane OHK. Rezultati redkih raziskav, ki proučujejo učinek OHK na RMR so si neenotni. Prepletenosti številnih fizioloških mehanizmov, ki vključujejo termoregulacijo, uravnavanje apetita, hormonsko ravnovesje ter spremembe v telesni sestavi, nakazujejo možnost vpliva OHK na presnovno aktivnost žensk. Kljub temu pa trenutno razpoložljivi dokazi ne omogočajo oblikovanja trdnih in enoznačnih zaključkov. Potencialni vpliv OHK na RMR ostaja nejasen, kar poudarja potrebo po nadaljnjih raziskavah za poglobljeno razumevanje ženske fiziologije. Glede na pogosto uporabo OHK tudi med športnicami ter njihovega morebitnega vpliva na presnovo, je nujno, da se njihov vpliv temeljiteje preuči in hkrati okrepi tudi vključevanje žensk v presnovne raziskave.Oral hormonal contraception (OHC) is a widely used method among women for supporting or regulating menstrual cycles, providing protection against pregnancy, and managing hormonal imbalances. During the menstrual cycle, there is considerable variability in resting metabolic rate (RMR). The intake of OHC, through the introduction of exogenous synthetic sex hormones that disrupt the natural ovarian hormonal profile, could potentially affect RMR. We conducted a narrative literature review to examine the effects of endogenous and exogenous sex hormones on RMR, as well as potential differences in the impact of progestin-only versus combined OHC. The findings from the limited number of studies investigating the effect of OHC on RMR are inconsistent. The interplay of numerous physiological mechanisms, including thermoregulation, appetite regulation, hormonal balance, and changes in body composition, suggests that OHC may influence women\u27s metabolic activity. However, the currently available evidence does not allow for conclusive statements. The potential impact of OHC on RMR remains unclear, highlighting the need for further research to deepen our understanding of female physiology. Given the widespread use of OHC among female athletes and its possible influence on metabolism, it is essential to examine its effects more thoroughly and to strengthen the inclusion of women in metabolic research
Physical activity and mental health in the postpartum period
Get PDFNamen raziskave je bil ugotoviti, ali redna telesna dejavnost pomaga pri zmanjševanju duševnih stisk, predvsem anksioznosti in depresije, in ali obstaja povezava med količino telesne dejavnosti in intenzivnostjo duševnih stisk. Podatke smo zbrali s pomočjo spletnega vprašalnika, ki je poleg demografskih podatkov in ugotavljanja stopnje telesne dejavnosti žensk po porodu vključeval tudi standardizirane merske instrumente za oceno anksioznosti (BAI) in depresije (BDI-II). V raziskavo je bilo vključenih 106 žensk v poporodnem obdobju. Rezultati so pokazali, da se simptomi depresivnosti pogostejše pojavljajo pri tistih posameznicah, ki so manj telesno dejavne. Povezava z anksioznostjo ni bila statistično značilna, vendar so bolj dejavne ženske v nekoliko večji meri poročale o boljšem splošnem počutju, višji samozavesti in večji čustveni stabilnosti. V primerih hujših duševnih stisk si strokovno pomoč poišče zelo majhen delež žensk; pogosti razlogi so utrujenost, občutek preobremenjenosti in še vedno prisotna stigma, povezana z duševnim zdravjem. Ugotovili smo, da je telesna dejavnost lahko zelo uporaben in učinkovit način lajšanja duševnih stisk po porodu. Potrebno bi bilo, da se ženskam po porodu ponudi več informacij in podpore na tem področju, in sicer ne le glede telesnega, ampak tudi duševnega zdravja.The aim of the research was to examine whether regular physical activity helps reduce psychological distress, especially anxiety and depression, and whether there is a correlation between the frequency of exercise and the intensity of mental health problems. Data were collected through an online questionnaire. In addition to demographic information and questions about postpartum physical activity, the questionnaire also included standardized instruments for assessing anxiety (BAI) and depression (BDI-II). A total of 106 women in the postpartum period participated in the study. The results showed that depressive symptoms were more common in women who were less physically active. Although the association between physical activity and anxiety was not statistically confirmed, more active women reported better overall well-being, higher self-confidence, and greater emotional stability. One of the more concerning findings was that only a small number of women sought professional help when facing more serious psychological challenges. The most common reasons for this were fatigue, feeling overwhelmed, and the lingering stigma surrounding mental health issues. Based on these findings, physical activity appears to be a valuable and effective way of coping with emotional difficulties after childbirth. It would be highly important to offer women during the postpartum period more support and clearer information, not only about physical recovery, but also about mental well-being
The impact of hormonal contraception on skeletal muscle hypertrophy
Get PDFHormonska kontracepcija (HK) je med ženskami, tudi športnicami, pogosto uporabljena, njen vpliv na hipertrofijo skeletne mišice pa ostaja nejasen. Izvedli smo pregled strokovne in znanstvene literature z namenom raziskati, kako jemanje HK vpliva na hipertrofijo skeletne mišice pri ženskah. Osredotočili smo se na spremembe v razmerju med sintezo in razgradnjo mišičnih beljakovin, spremembe v prečnem preseku mišice in mišičnih vlaken ter spremembe v količini puste telesne mase. V analizo smo vključili 10 raziskav, ki so obravnavale vpliv različnih oblik HK pri zdravih ženskah in so ločeno poročale o učinkih za uporabnice in ne-uporabnice hormonske kontracepcije ali so poročale o vplivu različnih faz jemanja oralnih kontraceptivov.
Pregled literature kaže, da je vpliv hormonske kontracepcije na mišično hipertrofijo neenoten. Učinki so lahko odvisni od vrste in odmerka hormonov ter posamezničine treniranosti. Nekatere študije poročajo o zaviralnih učinkih HK na hipertrofijo skeletne mišice, druge pa o primerljivih ali celo večjih prilagoditvah v primerjavi s kontrolnimi skupinami. Raziskave so metodološko heterogene in pogosto kratkotrajne, zato so zaključki omejeni. Zaradi variabilnosti učinkov HK je za boljše razumevanje nujno potrebnih več dolgoročnih raziskav z večjimi vzorci in standardiziranimi protokoli vadbe in meritev.Hormonal contraception (HC) is widely used among women, including athletes, yet its effects on skeletal muscle hypertrophy remain unclear. We conducted a review of literature to examine how HC use influences skeletal muscle growth in women. The focus was on changes in muscle protein synthesis and degradation, cross-sectional area of muscles and fibres, and lean body mass. Ten studies involving healthy women were included, reporting either comparisons between HC users and non-users or effects during different phases of oral contraceptive use.
The evidence suggests that HC’s impact on muscle hypertrophy is inconsistent. Effects appear to depend on hormone type and dose, as well as training status. Some studies report inhibitory effects, while others show similar or even enhanced adaptations compared to controls. Methodological heterogeneity and short intervention durations limit conclusions. Long-term studies with larger sample sizes and standardized training protocols are needed to better understand the effects of hormonal contraception on skeletal muscle hypertrophy
Using near-infrared spectroscopy to monitor longitudinal training adaptations in endurance training: a systematic review
Get PDFBližnja infrardeča spektroskopija (NIRS) se uveljavlja kot obetavna neinvazivna metoda za spremljanje lokalnih mišičnih prilagoditev na vzdržljivostni trening. Cilj tega sistematičnega pregleda je bil kvalitativno pregledati pristope k spremljanju mišičnih adaptacij na vzdržljivostni trening in oceniti uporabnost NIRS za spremljanje uspešnosti prilagoditev v trenažnem procesu. V pregled je bilo vključenih 6 študij. Rezultati kažejo heterogenost v pristopu k analizi NIRS parametrov ter izbire testnih protokolov. Ne glede na različne pristope rezultati kažejo uporabnost NIRS za zaznavanje lokalnih adaptacij, kot so izboljšana mikrovaskularna ekstrakcija kisika, izboljšana kinetika reoksigenacije ter adaptacije na nivoju žilnega sistema. Parametri NIRS so se pokazali kot obetavni kazalniki lokalnih mišičnih adaptacij, saj v kombinaciji s sistemskimi kazalniki vzdržljivosti nudijo dodaten vpogled v fiziološke adaptacije športnika. Navkljub obetavnim rezultatom je literatura trenutno metodološko heterogena, z različnimi pristopi k testiranju, analizi podatkov ter uporabljeni terminologiji. Sicer NIRS kaže potencial za prenos v prakso, vendar so za uspešnost uporabe v vsakdanji športni praksi potrebne nadaljnje raziskave za boljše razumevanje povezav med NIRS in sistemskimi parametri vzdržljivosti, kot je maksimalni privzem kisika. NIRS kaže potencial kot dopolnilna metoda za spremljanje trenažnega statusa v vzdržljivostnih športnikih, saj omogoča oceno lokalnih adaptacij mišic, ki so ključne za planiranje in programiranje, ter optimizacijo vadbenega procesa.Near-infrared spectroscopy is emerging as a promising non-invasive method for monitoring local muscular adaptations to endurance training. The aim of this systematic review was to qualitatively examine approaches to track muscular adaptations and to assess the utility of NIRS in evaluating peripheral muscular adaptations to training. Six studies met the inclusion criteria. Results revealed substantial heterogenity in the methodologies, testing protocols, and NIRS data analysis procedures. Despite these differences, findings consistently demonstrated that NIRS is effective in detecting local adaptations, including improved microvascular oxygen extraction capacity, enhanced reoxygenation kinetics, and vascular remodeling. NIRS-derived parameters appear to be valuable indicators of muscular adaptations, offering complementary insights when combined with systemic measures such as maximal oxygen uptake. Although the evidence is encouraging, the current literature remains methodologically diverse, and standradized protocols and terminology is lacking. Further research is needed to clarify the relationship between NIRS-derived parameters and systemic endurance markers. Overall, NIRS shows considerable potential as a complementary tool for monitoring training status in endurance athletes, enabling the assessment of local muscular adaptations critical for optimizing the training process
The Significance of the Origin, Experience, and Expression of Joy in Biblical Women for Today
Get PDFČlanek obravnava pomen veselja v življenju svetopisemskih žensk ter njegov izvor, doživljanje in izražanje, zato da bi osvetlili sodobno razumevanje človeške radosti. V prvem delu so analizirani svetopisemski liki iz Stare in Nove zaveze, pri čemer se pokaže, da je njihovo veselje tesno povezano z Božjim delovanjem, vero, zvestobo in odnosom do skupnosti. Drugi del članka prinaša primerjalno analizo svetopisemskega in sodobnega antropološko-teološkega pojmovanja veselja. Uporabljene so izbrane psihološke, filozofske in teološke teorije, ki poudarjajo, da je veselje več kot čustvo – je duhovna drža, notranji vir smisla in moč za življenje v negotovem svetu. Raziskovalno vprašanje, kako so lahko svetopisemske ženske navdih za razumevanje in izražanje veselja danes, je obravnavano na več ravneh: veselje kot sad zvestobe, kot moč kljub trpljenju, kot liturgična in občestvena drža, kot pot k osebnemu smislu ter kot oblika odpora in upanja. Članek se konča s tezo, da so zgodbe svetopisemskih žensk tudi danes aktualen vir antropološkega in duhovnega navdiha, saj nas vabijo k življenju iz vere, upanja in deljenega veselja.This article explores the significance of joy in the lives of biblical women, focusing on its origin, experience, and expression, in order to shed light on contemporary understandings of human joy. The first part analyses biblical figures from both the Old and New Testaments, revealing that their joy is closely tied to God\u27s action, faith, fidelity, and their relationship with the community. The second part offers a comparative analysis of biblical and contemporary anthropological-theological conceptions of joy. Selected psychological, philosophical, and theological theories are employed to emphasize that joy is more than an emotion—it is a spiritual disposition, an inner source of meaning, and a strength for living in an uncertain world. The research question—how biblical women can inspire today’s understanding and expression of joy—is addressed on multiple levels: joy as the fruit of faithfulness, as strength in the midst of suffering, as a liturgical and communal attitude, as a path to personal meaning, and as a form of resistance and hope. The article concludes with the thesis that the stories of biblical women remain a relevant source of anthropological and spiritual inspiration today, calling us to live from faith, hope, and shared joy
Spiritual and Liturgical Itinerary through the Liturgical Space
Get PDFCerkvena umetnost ni zgolj estetski dodatek k bogoslužnemu prostoru, temveč je izraz Božje lepote in sredstvo, ki vodi človekov duh k Bogu. Pričujoča razprava s teološkimi, liturgičnimi in duhovnimi razlagami vodi v globlje razumevanje, doživljanje in sodelovanje v skrivnosti svetega prostora in bogoslužja. S freskami, ikonami, vitraji, kipi in arhitekturo postane cerkvena umetnost vidno oznanilo nevidnega, most med človeškim in Božjim ter pot k bolj zavestnemu doživljanju vere in k dejavnejšemu sodelovanju pri bogoslužju.
Ker liturgični prostor ni le čudovita arhitekturna stvaritev, temveč živi kraj, kjer poteka odrešenjsko dogajanje, je bralec razprave povabljen, da ob duhovnih in liturgičnih razlagah vstopa na romarsko pot – skozi bogoslužni prostor in skozi svojo notranjost (dušo) v srečanje z Bogom. S tem razprava vodi bralca ob občudovanju umetnosti v svetišče krščanske vere v izkušnjo notranje preobrazbe v polnejše življenje v veri in občestvo Cerkve.
Prav v tem jubilejnem svetem letu, ki ga zaznamuje geslo »Rómarji upanja«, nas ta razprava vabi, da postanemo romarji ne le v zunanjem svetu, temveč predvsem v svojem srcu. V lepoti cerkvene umetnosti in globini bogoslužnega prostora smo poklicani odkrivati znamenja upanja, ki nas utrjujejo na poti k Bogu in nas povezujejo v živo občestvo Cerkve.Church art is not merely an aesthetic addition to the worship space, but rather an expression of God\u27s beauty and a way to lead the human spirit toward God. This paper, with its theological, liturgical, and spiritual explanations, leads to a deeper understanding, experience, and participation in the mystery of sacred space and worship. Through frescoes, icons, stained glass, sculptures, and architecture, church art becomes a visible proclamation of the invisible, serving as a bridge between the human and the divine, and a path to a more conscious experience of faith and more active participation in worship.
Since the liturgical space is not just a beautiful architectural creation but also a living place where salvation events unfold, the reader of this paper is invited to embark on a pilgrimage through spiritual and liturgical explanations—through the liturgical space and through their inner self (soul) to an encounter with God. In this way, the paper guides the reader, while appreciating the art in the sanctuary of the Christian faith, toward an experience of inner transformation and a fuller life in faith and communion with the Church.
In this holy jubilee year, marked by the motto “Pilgrims of Hope,” this discussion invites us to become pilgrims not only in the external world but most importantly in our hearts. Through the beauty of church art and the depth of the liturgical space, we are called to find signs of hope that bolster us on our journey to God and unite us in the living community of the Church
Paul’s Transcending of Judaism and Hellenism in the Understanding of Body and Freedom: The Transformation of Knowledge in the First Letter to the Corinthians
Get PDFPavlovo oznanilo evangelija je nekaj radikalno novega. Takšno trditev je mogoče zagovarjati na osnovi treh ključnih konceptov, ki jih je razvil v svojih pismih: soteriologija in teologija križa, odrešenje – novo življenje preko krsta v Svetem Duhu, koncept svobode v Kristusu – življenje v Njem. Pavlova teologija svobode in telesa ni le etično-normativna, temveč spoznavna in ontološka. Pavel spremeni sistem védenja, saj spoznanje Boga ni več utemeljeno v racionalni spekulaciji ali v postavi, temveč v udeležbi pri Kristusu. Vendar je Pavel kot apostol narodov, ki je širil evangelij, izhajal tudi iz judovstva, ki je vplivalo na njegov teološki pogled, in iz helenizma kot prevladujoče kulture tistega časa. Ta dvojna pogojenost ga je zaznamovala tako v njegovem mišljenju kot tudi ravnanju. Toda v Prvem pismu Korinčanomlahko odkrijemo Pavlovo distanco do judovsko-helenistične identitete in temeljne nastavkenovih teoloških konceptov, ki jih je oblikoval na osnovi Kristusovega evangelija.Paul’s proclamation of the Gospel is radically new. This claim is supported by three key concepts developed in his letters: soteriology and the theology of the cross; salvation and new life through baptism in the Holy Spirit; and the concept of freedom in Christ – life in Him. Paul’s theology of freedom and of the body is not only ethical and normative, but also epistemological and ontological. Paul transforms the system of knowledge, as the knowledge of Godis no longer grounded in rational speculation or the Law, but in participation in Christ. Yet Paul, as the apostle to the nations who spread the Gospel, also drew from Judaism, which influenced his theological perspective, and from Hellenism, the dominant culture of his time. This dual conditioning shaped both his thinking and his actions. However, in the First Letter to the Corinthians, we can detect Paul’s distance from the Jewish-Hellenistic identity and the foundational elements of the new theological concepts he shaped on the basis of Christ’s Gospel
Obravnavanje svetopisemskih medbesedilnih povezav: Al-Biqā ʿ ījevo vključevanje svetopisemskih virov v koransko eksegezo
Get PDFThe interpretive tradition of Qurʾānic exegesis (tafsīr) has historically engaged with Biblical literature as well as Talmudic and Midrashic sources in varied ways. While scholarly attitudes toward these texts have differed, their influence on Islamic commentary is discernible across multiple generations of exegetes. Some scholars incorporated Biblical narratives after adapting them to Islamic frameworks, whereas others, like the 15th-century commentator al-Biqāʿī, engaged more directly with Biblical material, at times quoting extended passages verbatim. This study examines al-Biqāʿī’s distinctive methodological approach to Biblical intertextuality, analyzing how his explicit citations function within his Qurʾāniccommentary. By comparing al-Biqāʿī’s exegetical strategies with broader trends in tafsīrliterature, the paper explores the dynamic interplay between Islamic and Judeo-Christian textual traditions. Rather than focusing solely on theological divergences, it highlights how scriptural interpretation often occurred through nuanced textual dialogue across religious boundaries. The analysis pays particular attention to how al-Biqāʿī’s commentary negotiates between maintaining Islamic theological positions while actively engaging Biblical sources. Central to this investigation is understanding how al-Biqāʿī’s direct use of Biblical texts influenced his interpretive framework, and what his methodology reveals about the broader reception of Biblical material in Islamic exegesis. The study suggests that examining such cross-textual engagements can enrich our understanding of how Qurʾānic interpretation developed in conversation with earlier scriptural traditions. Ultimately, it invites reconsideration of the complex ways Islamic exegetical tradition has historically interacted with, and drawn upon, the broader landscape of monotheistic scriptureRazlagalna tradicija koranske eksegeze (tafsīr) se je skozi zgodovino na različne načine ukvarjala s svetopisemsko literaturo ter s talmudsko in midraško dediščino. Čeprav so bila stališča učenjakov do teh besedil različna, je njihov vpliv na islamske komentarje razviden skozi več generacij eksegetov. Nekateri učenjaki so svetopisemske pripovedi vključili tako, da so jih predhodno prilagodili islamskemu okvirju, medtem ko so se drugi – kot komentator al-Biqāʿī iz 15. stoletja – s svetopisemskim gradivom ukvarjali veliko bolj neposredno in občasno navajali tudi daljše odlomke dobesedno. Ta študija preučuje al-Biqāʿījev značilni metodološki pristop k svetopisemski medbesedilnosti ter analizira, kako delujejo njegove eksplicitne svetopisemske navedbe v okviru njegove koranske razlage. S primerjavo al-Biqāʿījevih eksegetskih pristopov s širšimi tokovi v tafsirski literaturi članek raziskuje dinamično prepletanje islamske ter judovsko-krščanske besedilne tradicije. Namesto da bise osredotočala izključno na teološke razlike, študija poudarja, da se je razlaga svetih spisov pogosto odvijala v obliki subtilnega besedilnega dialoga prek verskih meja. Analiza se posebej posveča temu, kako al-Biqāʿī v svojem komentiranju vzpostavlja ravnotežje med ohranjanjem islamskih teoloških izhodišč in hkratnim aktivnim vključevanjem svetopisemskih virov. Osrednji del raziskave predstavlja vprašanje, kako je neposredna raba svetopisemskih besedil oblikovala njegov interpretativni okvir ter kaj njegova metoda razkriva o širšem sprejemanju svetopisemske snovi v islamski eksegezi. Študija nakazuje, da lahko preučevanje takšnih medbesedilnih povezav pomembno obogati naše razumevanje razvoja koranske interpretacije v dialogu s starejšimi svetopisemskimi tradicijami. Nazadnje nas spodbuja k ponovnemu razmisleku o kompleksnih načinih, na katere se je islamska eksegetska tradicija skozi zgodovino soočala s širšo krajino monoteističnih svetih besedil in črpala iz nje
Bralne skupine za starejše v slovenskih splošnih knjižnicah
Get PDFThe topic of the paper is reading groups for the elderly users in public libraries. The population is ageing all over the world and libraries are also experiencing a need forprogrammes that are adapted to the elderly population. One of the important activities in public libraries are reading groups and it is important to adapt the groups to the needs and specificities of elderly people. The paper is divided into three parts. The first part presents the importance of reading, based on the literature. The second part of the paper highlights the specificities of age and ageing. In the third part, examples of good practice in Slovenian public libraries are given. The review was carried out on the basis of the websites of Slovenian public libraries, with the help of reference librarians and with professional literature. It is evident that Slovenian public libraries mostly offer reading groups for adult readers, in which retired citizens also participate. Only in some libraries are there reading groups exclusively for elderly readers. This is the first paper dealing with reading groups for the elderly in Slovenian public libraries.Tematika prispevka so bralne skupine slovenskih splošnih knjižnic za starejše uporabnike. Populacija po vsem svetu se stara in tudi v knjižnicah se pojavljajo potrebe po programih, ki so prilagojeni starejšemu prebivalstvu. Ena od pomembnih dejavnosti v splošnih knjižnicah so bralne skupine in pomembno je, da skupine prilagodimo glede na potrebe ter specifičnosti starejših. Prispevek je sestavljen iz treh delov. V prvem delu je na podlagi literature predstavljen pomen branja. V drugem delu prispevka so osvetljene specifičnosti starosti in staranja. V tretjem delu so podani primeri dobrih praks slovenskih splošnih knjižnic. Pregled stanja je bil izveden na osnovi spletnih strani slovenskih splošnih knjižnic, s pomočjo informatorjev v knjižnicah in strokovne literature. Razvidno je, da v slovenskih splošnih knjižnicah večinoma obstajajo bralne skupine za odrasle bralce, v katerih sodelujejo tudi upokojenci. Le v nekaterih knjižnicah se izvajajo bralne skupine izključno za starejše bralce. Gre za prvi prispevek, ki se ukvarja z bralnimi skupinami za starejše v slovenskih splošnih knjižnicah