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The Body as Resistance: The Naked Body Movement of Women in Nusa Tenggara Timur as A Political Action from Hannah Arendt’s Perspective
Full text linkIn recent years, the naked body movement as a form of women’s resistance against the expansion of the extractive industries in Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) has drawn less attention from academics. This movement significantly redefines women\u27s public roles and drives social development. This research explores the meaning of women\u27s naked body movement based on Hannah Arendt’s theory of action. This research uses a qualitative approach, including a literature review, a document study, and critical analysis. This study indicates that the women\u27s naked body movement in NTT is a political action because it is challenging and subverting structural and political injustice, transforming the negative association of nudity into positive power. This movement transforms the woman\u27s body from a laboring and working body to a political body. This politicization of sexuality has drawn public attention to the female body, making it a form of politics itself. The transformation redefines the female body as a powerful site of resistance against state authority, capitalist exploitation, and patriarchal control
From Pen Fini to the Holy Eucharist: Bridging Atoin Meto\u27s Sacred Traditions
Full text linkThe world has changed so much. The changing of the world has affected all dimensions of human life. It has brought about a change in the role of religious institutions. Moreover, people from different cultures, religions, denominations, and spiritualities come together and share the same land, air, and social life. However, the Good News still has to be spread and shared. Diane M. Millis, the founder of Journey Conversation Project, believes that conversation involves verbal and non-verbal messages. She senses another dimension in human conversation, which is Divine Presence. In this sense, daily encounters can be a means of spiritual conversation. This research will apply qualitative research. The target population of this research is Catholic lay people who are involved in the New Evangelisation movement and pastoral ministry. The findings are as follows: First, creating or capturing a ‘generative theme’. It is important in conversation to reach a generative theme. Second, engaging with people’s lives. This step includes questioning, listening, and responding. Third, sharing Christian faith, the experience of faith. This is a crucial moment in which evangelizers must discern whether or not they will convert the conversation into sharing or providing the interlocutor with knowledge of belief or Christian values. Fourth, giving an authentic affirmation. Fifth, praying. The evangelizers can invite those with whom they have conversations to pray
The Solidarity of Humanitarian Activists in Addressing the Humanitarian Crisis in Papua: Understanding the Role of the Subject through the Lens of J.B. Metz\u27s Political Theology
Full text linkThe humanitarian crisis in Papua, Indonesia, persists due to ongoing tensions between the state and indigenous Papuans. This crisis manifests in various forms, including war, horizontal conflicts, murder, arrests, violence, intimidation, and terror. These dehumanising conditions have led to the emergence of individuals and groups who stand in solidarity with those most affected, such as humanitarian activists from diverse backgrounds. Johann Baptist Metz highlighted the significance of solidarity as a cornerstone of his practical fundamental theology. Drawing on this theoretical framework, this study employs a phenomenological approach to explore and analyse the experiences of activists in Papua. The purpose is to capture the lived experiences of those who seek solidarity with vulnerable communities. The findings reveal that solidarity arises from a desire to help others, shared human values, and personal encounters with those who suffer. It develops across all social groups, among fellow sufferers or individuals from more privileged backgrounds
The Relevance of Educational Thoughts by Al-Kindi, Al-Farabi, and Ibn Sina in Contemporary Context
Full text linkThis research investigates their similarities and differences in educational approaches and their relevance in modern educational contexts. The research method employs library research, drawing data from their works and philosophical perspectives on education, sourced from books, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, BASE, Publish or Perish, and Scopus. The data were analysed using data reduction, collection, and conclusion drawing. The result reveals that Al-Kindi emphasises reason and rational thinking, and Al-Farabi focuses on character formation and wisdom. At the same time, Ibn Sina views education as a holistic process encompassing intellectual, moral, and physical development. The implications underscore the importance of integrating these concepts into curricula and practices to prepare a knowledgeable, morally grounded, and wisely discerning future generation capable of navigating the complexities of the 21st century
Paul Tillich\u27s Concept of "Ultimate Concern" for Sustainable Inter-Religious Dialogue
Full text linkIndonesia’s rich diversity in ethnicity, culture, religion, and beliefs is a national strength and a potential source of conflict. Instances such as public opposition to the construction of places of worship in various regions demonstrate how religious differences can fuel conflicts. In this context, inter-religious dialogue is vital in preventing and resolving conflicts within religiously plural communities. The harmonious relationship between Muslims and Christians in Sambikerep Village, Surabaya, motivated the author to investigate this subject. This article explores Paul Tillich’s concept of “Ultimate Concern” as a framework for understanding the experiences of research participants in Muslim-Christian dialogue. This phenomenological study aims to highlight the importance of Tillich\u27s concept in promoting sustainable inter-religious dialogue and fostering long-term peace and understanding. For this study, the author employed Heidegger’s hermeneutic phenomenological method, utilized in-depth interviews to collect data, and conducted observations to confirm the authenticity of the interview findings. The three main findings of this article are: the importance of viewing religion as a concept that helps balance the opposing aspects of religious content and practice; inclusivism as a path for interreligious dialogue that does not dilute personal convictions; and the courage to participate in a humanist community, which fosters sustainable interreligious dialogue by overcoming the fear of rejection
Revolutionizing Catechesis: Embracing Technology for Effective Faith Formation
No full textThis literature review explores the transformative integration of technology in faith formation, particularly in catechesis. The shift toward digital platforms prompts a reevaluation of engaging modern learners. This article uncovers technology\u27s advantages and challenges in catechetical contexts by assessing existing literature. Technology enables novel approaches to religious instruction, enhancing learner engagement and comprehension. Interactive tools, online resources, and multimedia enrich accessibility. However, concerns encompass potential superficiality, disruption, and traditional value retention. A balanced method emerges through synthesis, combining proven pedagogies with suitable technology for optimal outcomes. The review highlights the significance of a discerning and empathetic integration of technology in catechesis, fostering genuine spiritual growth within today\u27s technology-immersed generation
The Transformation of The Concept of God for The Karo Catholic Tribe Will Be Dibata Sikaci-Kaci
Full text linkKaro people believe in the existence of Dibata Kaci-kaci (“God”). The understanding and belief about Dibata is obtained through life experiences, natural phenomena, and events experienced. The orientation of this research is to find the transformation of belief in Dibata as the concept of God for Karo Catholics. The research method used is qualitative, with interview techniques based on experiences derived from oral traditions, group discussion forums, and documentation. Research informants: five traditional leaders, two Karo culturalists, two priests, and five pastoral councils of parishes and stations. This research uses Rudolf Otto\u27s (1917) theory of religious phenomenology to understand the experience and understanding of the sacred or numinous. This theory helps explain how Karo people experience and understand God\u27s presence through natural phenomena and life events. The findings of this study are in line with previous research by Singarimbun (1975) and Ginting (2018), which also examined the concept of God in Karo beliefs. However, this study provides a new perspective by exploring the transformation of the concept in the context of Karo Catholics. The novelty of this research lies in finding the intersection between the experience and understanding of God in the beliefs of the Karo people and the concept of the Trinity in the teachings of the Catholic Church. The results show that the Karo people recognize, acknowledge, and believe in the existence of a God who is both transcendent and immanent, namely Dibata Datas (God Above), Dibata Tengah (God Middle), and Dibata Teruh (God Below). The experience and understanding of God in the Karo people\u27s beliefs find common ground, thus becoming an opportunity for evangelization. The concept of the Karo God as a God with three persons (Dibata si Telu Sada) reveals the Karo belief that Dibata is present in all realities: the upper world, the middle world, and the lower world. For example, Karo: Mula jadi (creator, origin), Dibata Kaci kaci (loving God), Nini (grandfather). This finding is a new idea that can be used as catechetical material about the Trinity that the Catholic Church believes in
Urban Church\u27s Contextual Response to Urban Toxicity with An Intersubjective Approach
Full text linkThe post-pandemic period is full of challenges for urban churches in Surabaya. While having to survive, he must also continue interpreting his presence as an extension of the mission of the Kingdom of God. Rumah Singgah is a manifestation of GKI Pregolan Bunder\u27s participatory-transformative diakonia mission as an ecclesiological response to the urban context in Central Surabaya. This mission is based on the redemptive work of Christ. It runs on an intersubjective path where all parties are subjects who continue to actively participate in transforming life for the sake of shared well-being. Through this qualitative phenomenological research, the researcher wants to propose an intersubjective approach as a new alternative to the urban mission in Surabaya, especially in the new post-pandemic era. Researchers conducted interviews based on Ricouer\u27s scheme regarding life events in Rumah Singgah. The results found that intersubjective relations are relevant for building interactive and dialogical encounters between the church and surrounding communities
Analysis Of Ontology, Epistemology and Axiology Of Balaghah Science In Arabic (A Study Of Philosophy Of Science)
Full text linkThe science of Balaghah is very famous for Arabic language learners so many have researched related to the existence of this science in strengthening the context of Arabic language learning. In this case, researchers also do the same thing, namely conducting research related to Balaghah Science which relates to Philosophy of Science material that discusses ontology, epistemology, and axiology. The purpose of this research is to find out the ontology, epistemology, and axiology contained in Balaghah Science. This type of research is descriptive qualitative research with the research method used by the author being a literature study or literature study. The results of this study found that the ontology of Balaghah science concerns the nature of what will be studied and highlights the existence and nature of rhetorical reality, epistemology focuses on how Balaghah knowledge is obtained and the use of Balaghah science, while axiology evaluates ethical and aesthetic values in delivering messages. Axiology is also concerned with assessing the beauty and values contained in the use of language
Technology as a Means of Human Liberation in the Perspective of Herbert Marcuse
Full text linkThe focus of this research examines technology as a means of human liberation from the perspective of Herbert Marcuse. This research aims to investigate and look at new technology, namely technology that leads to the goal of complete human development. The development of human dignity is the goal of technology because technology is a means of human liberation to achieve its fullness. Technology is not a means of domination in various areas of life. Researchers used descriptive qualitative methods and critical reading of texts. Based on critical reading of the text, the researcher analyzes and combines materials related to Herbert Marcuse\u27s views on One Dimensional Man. The findings in this research are that Marcuse does not reject technology because of the close relationship between technology and human development. Although it cannot be denied that industrial society, with its technology, oppresses humans, it does not invite humans to return to the pre-industrial or pre-technical era. Instead, it continues to turn to the liberating capabilities of technology and industrialization