Intersections of Faith and Culture: American Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies (2993-2599)
Intersections of Faith and Culture: American Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies welcomes scholarly articles grounded in strong theoretical frameworks and enriched with clear practical relevance. The journal emphasizes research that contributes to meaningful discussions on religion and culture, offering insights applicable to specialists and academics across diverse local and international contexts. By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, the journal serves as a platform for advancing knowledge at the crossroads of faith, cultural identity, and contemporary societal issues. Intersections of Faith and Culture: American Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies(2993-2599 U.S ISSN Center) - aims to accommodate scientific writing of philosophical thought and empirical studies covering major fields, like religion and culture, as well as other fields including law, business, education, economics, fitness, yoga, health, health science, politics, technology, history, agriculture, environment, planetology, cosmology, quantum physics, amongst others social/natural sciences. AJRCS highly appreciates cross-sectoral or multidisciplinary thinking that can trigger the birth of innovation to change both social and cultural fields and lead to better civilization. AJRCS' archiving policy is following the PKP Preservation Network (PN). The PKP Preservation Network (PN) provides free preservation services for any OJS journal that meets a few basic criteria.
The Views of Imami Scholars on the Principle of Istishab
The scholars differed in their inference on the subject of companionship greatly, which is tangible to those who studied the science of origins, and the fundamentalist and news schools differed accordingly, each making his contribution, trying to show that his opinion is the closest to health, and therefore the dependent in inference. This topic, and as a result of this difference, in terms of the splendor of their inference, and the rebuttal of the evidence of the interview, including the goodness of their ulcer, of ideas and problems, gave the research its scientific value, and the reader of this research on its simplicity will realize this, and after surveying the evidence of a group of scholars of the highest doctrine of God, so that I can know their opinions and undermine each other's views, they will find out what are the opinions mentioned in it, and the reason for their differences in research, and what their evidence on it will be a useful idea about this important topic, which is included in most jurisprudential and other inferences, and thus benefit in thinking about the evidence of Sharia and other.
The Intellectual Property Exception in the 2019 Hague Judgments Convention in the Digital Economy: A Comparative Critical Study
The 2019 Hague Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Civil or Commercial Matters represents a landmark instrument in private international law, providing a multilateral framework for the cross-border recognition and enforcement of judgments. Nevertheless, its broad exclusion of intellectual property (IP) matters from the Convention’s substantive scope—as stipulated in Article 2(1)(m)—raises fundamental questions regarding whether the Convention, in its current form, adequately serves the interests of innovators, rights holders, and the global knowledge economy. This study critically examines the intellectual property exclusions contained in the 2019 Hague Judgments Convention, questioning whether these exclusions constitute systemic barriers to the effective protection of innovation in an increasingly borderless digital environment. Using a comparative doctrinal methodology, the study analyzes the Convention’s exclusionary framework alongside comparable instruments from the European Union, the United States, and the TRIPS Agreement. It argues that although the exclusion of intellectual property reflects legitimate concerns rooted in the territorial nature of IP rights and the risk of conflicting judgments, it simultaneously creates significant enforcement gaps that disadvantage rights holders, particularly within the context of the digital economy. The study concludes by proposing a gradual inclusion framework as a potential reform pathway, suggesting that a selective and context-sensitive approach to the enforcement of intellectual property judgments under the Convention would better reconcile the dual objectives of legal certainty and innovation promotion.
The Legal and Social Status of Women in Assyrian Law
The study addressed the legal status of women in Assyrian law, reviewed the historical framework of women's roles in Assyrian society and their social position. It also examined the rights recognized by law and their effective impact on society, particularly politically, religiously, and culturally, as well as their role within the family. Additionally, it highlighted the effects of marriage on the relationship between spouses, its impact on women's legal capacity, and pointed to women's right to divorce and conduct business. Women were able to enjoy full legal capacity without any diminution due to marriage.
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The Influence of the Holy Qur'an on Western Orientalists: A Critical Analytical Study
The Qur'an has influenced Western Orientalists on two contradictory levels: On the one hand, it has been the subject of academic criticism that has sought to apply the methods of criticism of other religious texts to it, questioning its authenticity. On the other hand, it has been a source of admiration and appreciation by researchers and philosophers who have acknowledged the greatness of its style, the comprehensiveness of its rulings, the preservation of its text, and even the inclusion of universal truths that were not available at the time of its revelation. Occasionally, Orientalist studies in their treatment of the Qur'an have predominantly attempted to apply the methods of philology and historical criticism, applied to biblical texts, to the Qur'anic text. Their most prominent influences and the focus of their studies were doubts about the authenticity of the text and its codification. Orientalists were interested in the ancient Arabic language in which the Qur’an was written, and they attempted to cast doubt on the process of codification and early linguistic control of the Qur’anic text, sometimes relying on historical texts that they considered early (despite the possibility of their being later). Many of them sought to search for the origins of Qur’anic stories and vocabulary in biblical and evangelical texts, or in other languages ​​(such as Aramaic and Syriac), with the aim of suggesting that the Qur’an derived its basic material from these sources. Focus on readings and manuscripts: They showed great interest in Qur’anic readings and ancient manuscripts, sometimes with the aim of proving the existence of differences or attempting to portray the text as having evolved over time.
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Comparative Effects of MIOSTA-H and Bodifors Biostimulants on The Physiological Parameters and Body Weight Gain of Calves
This study investigated the comparative effects of Miosta-H and Bodifors biostimulants on the physiological parameters and body weight growth of calves. The experiment was conducted on nine six-month-old Red Desert breed calves raised at the “Abduolim Qudratov” cattle farm in Surkhandarya region, Uzbekistan. The animals were divided into three groups consisting of three calves each. The first experimental group received Miosta-H intramuscularly at a dose of 1.5 ml per calf, administered twice at a 30-day interval. The second experimental group received Bodifors intramuscularly at a dose of 6 ml per calf every 14 days, for a total of four administrations. The third group served as the control and received no treatment. The trial lasted for two months under identical feeding and management conditions. Physiological indicators and body weight were monitored throughout the study. The results showed no significant changes in the physiological parameters of calves treated with either biostimulant. Calves receiving Miosta-H exhibited an increase of 10 kg (4.4%) in body weight, while those treated with Bodifors showed an increase of 6.5 kg (2.9%). The findings suggest that both biostimulants positively influence growth performance, with Miosta-H demonstrating a comparatively greater effect on body weight gain.
Sultan Jalaliddin Manguberdi in Georgian Chronicles
This article describes the conquest of Georgia by Sultan Jalaliddin Manguberdi and description of these events in Georgian writings. The article also analyzes the attitude towards Sultan Jalaliddin Manguberdi in Georgian writings from a philosophical and methodological point of view.
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The International Legal Framework for Combating Cybercrimes Affecting National Security and The Judicial Cooperation Between Countries
The purpose of this research is to provide an analytical study of the international legal framework for combating serious electronic crimes in national security, focusing on the current Iraqi legislation within this framework in the light of the rapid changes known in cyberspace. The research starts from determining the legal concept of electronic crimes affecting national security through the connection between the attack on digital infrastructure, communication networks, money and energy and the violation of the constitutional rights to life, security and freedom, explaining how to expand the traditional protection of national security to include the digital space as part of the strategic sphere of the state. The research is based on descriptive, analytical and comparative analysis of the provisions of the Iraqi Constitution, the Anti-Terrorism Law No. 13 of 2005, the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Law No. 39 of 2015, the Penal Code, and the Law on Principles of Criminal Trials, and then comparing them with what is established in the international agreements related to combating organized crime, money laundering, terrorist financing, and information crimes. The research covers the role of international and regional organizations in the drafting of the regulatory standards for the digital space and the justification of the national legislator for the number of draft laws on electronic crimes, while stopping at the major observations and criticisms raised around the legislative formulas that may lead to the expansion of criminalization at the expense of digital rights and freedoms. Also, the research addresses the forms of judicial cooperation between countries in the prosecution of electronic crimes of national security, through the study of the mechanisms of mutual legal assistance, the surrender of the accused, the exchange of digital evidence, and the formation of joint investigation teams, and the analysis of the legislative, technical, and institutional challenges we face related to the dualization of criminalization, jurisdiction of the judiciary, the validity of digital evidence, and the protection of confidentiality and personal information. The conclusion of the study is that building an effective protection for national security in the face of electronic crimes requires a balanced development of the national legislative system and the activation of the obligations of the convention and the strengthening of the capacities of justice institutions and technical agencies to deal with digital evidence, while a comprehensive approach to meet the requirements of cyber security and at the same time ensure respect for rights and freedoms in the digital environment.
Children’s Choir Pedagogy: Methodological Principles and Psychological Foundations
This article explores methodological foundations of working with children’s choirs, emphasizing the integration of vocal technical training with psychological approaches, the protection of young voices, careful repertoire selection, and fostering emotional engagement among participants. Particular attention is given to the role of the choir class in art schools, where choral singing is combined with instrumental training. The choir class is highlighted as a crucial factor in developing auditory perception, musicality, and intonation skills in students. The study outlines the main requirements and vocal choral tasks that define the methodology of working with children’s choirs.
Healthy Lifestyle and Medical Culture: A Factor in Strengthening the Socio-Spiritual Environment in Neighborhoods
This article analyzes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and medical culture in stabilizing the socio-spiritual environment in neighborhoods. The article also considers the reforms being carried out in New Uzbekistan, positive changes in the healthcare system as an object of research.
Adi–Ahom Relations in Pre-Colonial Assam: A Historical and Historiographical Study
The historical relationship between the Adi tribes of the eastern Himalayan region and the Ahom kingdom of the Brahmaputra valley represents a long and complex frontier interaction shaped by geography, political organization, economic exchange, and military encounters. Far from being a simple narrative of conflict between a centralized state and stateless hill communities, Adi–Ahom relations evolved through cycles of warfare, negotiation, trade, and accommodation. This paper examines these relations from the thirteenth century until the advent of British colonial rule, drawing upon Ahom chronicles, colonial records, anthropological studies, and Adi oral traditions. It argues that the frontier between the Adis and the Ahoms functioned as a dynamic borderland where sovereignty was contested, negotiated, and mutually shaped rather than clearly defined. By foregrounding indigenous agency and questioning state-centric historiography, the paper seeks to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of Northeast Indian history.
Social Media as a Catalyst for Women Entrepreneurs: Exploring Indian Knowledge System in Relation to History, Painting and Sculpture with Special Reference to Assam
The social media in the contemporary society is thus becoming a requirement that can not be viewed merely in respect to communication and entertainment, but also as a form of empowerment particularly amongst women entrepreneurs. The paper examines the way the social media platform can help promote and grow businesses owned by the women of Assam to allow them reach larger markets both domestic and otherwise. The paper explains why the women will use their heritage as their source of opportunities and technology as their tool to create new entrepreneurial opportunities by examining the interlude between the modern digital instruments and being abreast of traditional knowledge systems. Social media as the transformative media, in this instance, makes women more visible, networking and economical in Assam (Singh, 2020). This is because the paper illuminates the entrepreneurial endeavors of the Assamese women in the overall cultural and historical context, which includes the artistic craft of painting and sculpture. The personal reflections of these entrepreneurs, their issues and emotions of people are comprehended using qualitative exploratory case study approach of the paper. Reconciliation of the past and the present knowledge systems in the art and history division with the modern business practices makes the research highlight how cultural identity and heritage can guide the new entrepreneurship in the state of Assam (Dutta, 2018). The strategy does not only emphasize the importance of social media in economic empowerment, the modern business customs have hidden meanings to the cultural continuity.
Gandhian Educational Idea and the Preservation of World Peace in the 21st Century
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was one of the leading thinkers, philosophers, and political leaders of the twentieth century. The scope of his thought was not confined merely to politics and economics. He also presented before the world a universal philosophy concerning holistic education and its underlying principles. Although Gandhi did not profound any separate ideological discourse exclusively on education, a comprehensive picture of his educational thought emerges from the book Towards New Education, published after his death. During his lifetime, apart from Hind Swaraj and My Experiments with Truth, Gandhi expressed detailed views on his educational ideas rooted in Indian ideals through numerous articles in the journals Young India and Harijan, which he edited. Gandhi broadly rejected Western, materialistic, machine-centered education and expressed complete faith in spiritual and basic education. The central objective of his educational philosophy was to establish a harmonious connection between the soul and the body. In the globalized international situation of the twenty-first century, excessive dependence on technology has led humanity towards extreme violence and conflict. With the expansion of the information revolution, mutual disrespect and violence among students have become a matter of serious concern for educationists. Violence within school and university campuses is no longer confined to developed Western nations; students in third-world countries like India are also increasingly involved in various forms of violent activities. No immediate solution to this deep crisis in global politics and education is clearly visible. UNESCO, in the preamble to its constitution, has presented a specific definition of peaceful education. According to this definition, education for peace is an organized acquisition of skills, achievable through the quality of education, ethics, competence, and values. In the contemporary Indian and global education system, which is largely value-less, mechanical, and competitive, the imparting of true moral, spiritual, and value-based education faces serious obstacles. In this fragmented and crisis-ridden educational environment, the relevance of Gandhian ideals is being strongly felt among educationists. This paper discusses in detail Gandhi’s educational philosophy as a means of preserving true peace within the technology-driven education system of the twenty-first century.
From Tradition to Reform: Ambedkar’s Reconstruction of Buddhist Thought
This paper critically examines the reinterpretation of Buddhism by B. R. Ambedkar and the socio-philosophical motivations underlying his conversion. Unlike conventional religious conversions motivated primarily by spiritual concerns, Ambedkar’s embrace of Buddhism was a deliberate ethical and political act of resistance against the caste system entrenched within Hinduism. Rejecting Hinduism for its sanction of hierarchical inequality, he sought a religious framework grounded in justice, rationality, and human dignity. Among various alternatives, Buddhism appealed to him because of its egalitarian ethos, ethical orientation, and compatibility with democratic ideals. However, Ambedkar did not accept traditional Buddhism uncritically. In The Buddha and His Dhamma, he questioned metaphysical doctrines such as karma, rebirth, and nirvana, offering instead socially engaged and rational interpretations. His reformulated tradition, known as Navayāna or the “New Way,” placed morality, social justice, and the empowerment of the marginalized at the center of Buddhist practice. He redefined dukkha (suffering) not as an individual existential condition, but as a manifestation of structural social and economic injustice. Similarly, Dhamma was interpreted not as ritual observance, but as an ethical path rooted in compassion, equality, and justice. The paper also analyzes the varied responses to Ambedkar’s reinterpretation. While traditionalist Buddhists regard Navayāna as a departure from canonical orthodoxy, many modern scholars and social activists view it as a necessary and contextually relevant reform. Ultimately, this study argues that Navayana represents a legitimate and philosophically grounded development within Buddhist thought, transforming Buddhism into a dynamic instrument for combating caste oppression, inequality, and injustice in modern India.
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The International Stance on Dr. Mohammad Mosaddegh's Movement and its Repercussions on Iran and the Region
In the early 1950s, Iran witnessed profound political transformations led by Dr. Mohammad Mosaddegh, culminating in his project to nationalize Iranian oil in 1951. This decision triggered a severe international crisis and reshaped the balance of power in the Middle East amidst the escalating Cold War. International stances towards Mosaddegh's government varied. The United States adopted a cautious position and a tendency towards mediation during the administration of President Harry Truman. The Soviet Union also maintained a cautious stance, while some Third World countries expressed sympathy for the Iranian move, viewing it as a model for liberation from colonial domination.
GRAMMATICAL RELATIONS BETWEEN THE COMPONENTS OF WORD COMBINATIONS AND THEIR FUNCTIONAL-SEMANTIC FEATURES
This article provides an in-depth analysis of the grammatical relations between the components of word combinations and their functional-semantic characteristics. Types of syntactic connections such as government, agreement, and adjacency are theoretically explained, and their role in speech is revealed. The possibilities of expressing meaning in word combinations, their semantic load, and the changes that arise depending on the context are substantiated with scientific examples. As a result of the research, the role of grammatical relations in the formation of meaning is clarified.
THE SYNTACTIC NATURE AND STRUCTURAL FEATURES OF WORD COMBINATIONS: WORD COMBINATION AS A UNIT OF SPEECH
This article theoretically examines the syntactic nature of word combinations, their place in the language system, and their distinguishing features compared to sentences. The structural models of word combinations, the relationship between head and dependent components, and the types of grammatical connections are analyzed through illustrative examples. In addition, simple and complex forms of word combinations and their usage characteristics in speech are demonstrated based on practical linguistic materials. The results of the research reveal the significance of word combinations as an independent syntactic unit.
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THE PROBLEM OF MORAL IMMUNITY IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF VIRTUALISTICS
This article provides a detailed analysis of the theoretical foundations of the concept of virtuality and the process of its historical formation. Within the conditions of the information society, the influence of virtual images and virtual reality on individual consciousness and social thinking is examined from a scientific-theoretical perspective. Particular attention is paid to the transformation of moral norms among young people, changes occurring within the system of values, and the role of virtual space in moral thinking within contemporary philosophy. The article also develops scientific proposals aimed at guiding the activities of y
Institutional Capacities of the Mahalla Institution in the Formation of Civil Society in New Uzbekistan
This article examines the philosophical essence of the mahalla as a civil institution in the context of New Uzbekistan, focusing on its social ontology, axiological foundations, and praxeological functions in the process of civil society formation. The study conceptualizes the mahalla not merely as a traditional community structure, but as a complex socio-philosophical phenomenon that embodies mechanisms of local self-organization, collective responsibility, and normative regulation within society. Particular attention is devoted to analyzing the interrelation between the mahalla institution and key contemporary socio-philosophical categories, including social identification, social capital, and civic participation. The analysis demonstrates that within the framework of the ongoing socio-political transformations in New Uzbekistan, the mahalla functions as an important mediating institution that facilitates the interaction between the state and society, while simultaneously reinforcing the cultural and moral foundations of communal life. Consequently, the mahalla institution is theoretically substantiated as not only a historically rooted social structure but also as a significant socio-philosophical mechanism that contributes to the sustainable development of civil society institutions and the consolidation of the spiritual and ethical stability of society.
THE COMMUNICATIVE AND SPIRITUAL FUNCTIONS OF READING CULTURE IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
This article analyzes the role of the culture of reading (mutolaa) in the personal and social development of modern individuals from philosophical and pedagogical perspectives. Communication is considered not only as a means of acquiring knowledge but also as a complex cultural phenomenon that stimulates processes of free thinking and creative reflection. The culture of communication becomes more socialized through reading culture and represents a complex cultural process that emerges in social life after the initial stage of literacy. Through various sources and scientific methods of cognition, individuals strive to understand the world in which they live. Communication and its various forms are scientifically analyzed in this article.
INTERPRETATION OF ALISHER NAVOI’S LITERARY HERITAGE IN AZERBAIJANI LITERARY STUDIES
This article examines the interpretation and scholarly study of Alisher Navoi’s literary heritage within the framework of Azerbaijani literary studies. It also highlights the place of Alisher Navoi’s творчество in the context of Azerbaijani–Uzbek literary relations and demonstrates its significance in the continuity of Turkic literary traditions.
TRADITION–INNOVATION DIALECTICS AND POETIC EXPERIMENTS IN WANG GUOWEI’S POETRY
The article examines the legacy of Wang Guowei, whose ideas produced a paradigmatic shift in Chinese literary and aesthetic thought in the early twentieth century. Emphasizing his integrative synthesis of classical Eastern philology with Western philosophy and aesthetics, the author highlights Wang’s view of literature’s intrinsic aesthetic value as primary and his critique of political didactic interpretations. The concept of jingjie (境界) is interpreted as the creation of a poem’s artistic world through the organic unity of emotion and landscape. In the traditional ci (词) genre, the “barrier” of ge (隔), arising from historical allusions and symbolism that distance the reader from the text, is explained with examples. The paper also theorizes the principles of “self” and “selflessness” in poetic perception and generalizes the criteria of emotional realism. As a result, this approach is shown to redirect Chinese poetics from a didactic model toward a philosophical aesthetic paradigm, providing a methodological foundation for modern literary studies and new poetry theories.
Challenges Facing the Expansion of Total Quality Management Work in Evaluating Information Systems and the Role of Employees as a Mediator
We did not focus on a specific aspect but rather on the overall comprehensiveness of this research, clarifying the continuous performance of all Total Quality Management (TQM) duties and the ability to monitor and identify the types of variables occurring in Information Systems (IS). A detailed explanation of the importance and duties Individual (IN) as a mediator was also provided. Consideration should be given to achieving optimal performance, as well as addressing any gaps that might emerge during the research, as these would weaken and diminish its significance and effectiveness. The skills and creativity of (IN) should be emphasized repeatedly, along with the necessity of providing them with training and technical expertise as key avenues for professional development. Those individuals we have identified possess creativity over time. It is a mistake to disregard the effectiveness of individual creativity as a mediator between the various types of variables present. One hundred and fifty (150) employees from Al-Muthanna University were selected; however, we were able to obtain 142 different types of responses to the questionnaire. At the same time, eight (8) responses were found to be missing or impractical. The Likert scale (7) was used as the basis for preparing the questionnaire using) SPSS (system. All three hypotheses were within the required parameters, positive.
The Methodological Essence and Content of the Concept of Cultural Development
This article examines the methodological essence and substantive content of the concept of “cultural development” in contemporary social and humanitarian sciences. Cultural development is interpreted as a complex social process that reflects qualitative transformations in the spiritual life of society. The paper elucidates its key dimensions, including the transformation of values, the development of social consciousness, the growth of knowledge and educational attainment, the expansion of creative potential, the stability of cultural institutions, and the strengthening of intercultural communication.The study provides a substantive justification of the systemic, historical, institutional, and axiological approaches to the study of cultural development and demonstrates their analytical potential. It is concluded that analyzing cultural development on a comprehensive methodological basis contributes to a deeper understanding of the moral criteria of social progress and supports the improvement of cultural policy as well as educational and critical-reflective thinking practices.
International Cooperation and Humanitarian Assistance in the Healthcare System in the Zarafshan Oasis, 1998–2005
This article analyzes the development of the sector based on international cooperation and humanitarian assistance implemented in the Zarafshan oasis (on the example of Bukhara and Navoi regions) within the framework of the reform of the healthcare system of the Republic of Uzbekistan in 1998–2005. The article provides evidence that the material and technical assistance provided by the world community has led to an increase in the quality of medical services in the regions, a decrease in diseases, and positive changes in the health of the population. International organizations, foreign countries, grants and in-kind assistance have made a significant contribution to the modernization of the healthcare sector.
Total Quality Management Practices and Their Impact on Electronic Transactions: A Case Study at the Iraqi National Oil Company/Baghdad
This research demonstrated the in impact of Total Quality Management (TQM) and its dimensions of Leadership (LE) and Empowerment (EM), as well as its prominent role in Electronic Transactions (ET) and its dimensions of Design (DE) and Integration (IN). We reviewed all previous studies related to the topic. We identified several types of employees at the Central Oil Company/Iraq. The questionnaire was distributed to 180 employees. Despite efforts to collect data, (9) were lost and (171) were found to be valid. The results were analyzed using SPSS, and all (4) hypotheses were positive. We strongly urge organizations to take full advantage of this valuable research, which will give them a competitive edge. This research will significantly improve the lives of their employees by creating a more positive work environment.
The Socio-Spiritual Foundations of Shaping National Values in Students Based on a Culture of Reading
This article analyzes the socio-spiritual foundations of the formation of national values in students through a reading culture. In addition, the article also provides recommendations for strengthening national values at the social level.
Features of Shakespearean Sonnets in the poems of Saadi Youssef
The sonnet, as invented by the Italians through Lentino and more closely associated with Petrarch, means in its original Italian-European form a "short song." By "song" here, we mean a concentrated, distilled, and specific form; it is an internal song of the soul, a flowing whisper, a revelation undisturbed by the noise of an external voice. Just as the sonnet was associated with Petrarch in Italy, it was associated with Shakespeare in England, although it was first brought by English poets in the sixteenth century. However, Shakespeare's sonnets, written at the end of that century, were essentially a tradition of writing, based on a single, specific feeling, with the idea being revealed or closed as a conclusion in the last two lines. In fact, the precursors of the sonnet in Arabic and Eastern poetry in general can be discerned in the lyrical pieces of Andalusian poets. Moreover, attempts at the structural formation of the sonnet in relatively later periods of Arabic poetry are present.
The Role of Folklore Ensembles in Preserving and Promoting Local Oral Traditions
In particular, folklore ensembles, where they perform, act as the most alive ceremonial mantles of the cultural heritage. It examines their important place in Uzbekistan–where vocal and folkloric dance ensembles keep oral traditions alive and vibrant via song and narrative. Based on historical, ethnographic, and contemporary sources, the study brings out how these groups retain ancient forms of makom and epic recitation yet evolve by shifting into modern contexts. The results highlight the importance of the ensembles in terms of cultural identity, education, and global recognition, and the need for ongoing efforts to conserve them.
Truth-Value Gaps and the Prosperity Gospel: A Kripkean Possible-Worlds Semantics
This study investigates the intersection of truth-value gaps, modal logic, and the Nigerian Prosperity Gospel, focusing on how semantically indeterminate propositions emerge within faith-based discourse. Truth-value gaps, arising where bivalence fails, are traced from Aristotle’s future contingents to Frege’s sense-reference distinction and Strawson’s presuppositional analysis, demonstrating that propositions may lack truth-values without being meaningless. Kripke’s possible-worlds semantics further illuminates how necessity, possibility, and reference operate across accessible worlds, providing a formal framework to analyze religious assertions insulated from empirical falsification. Methodologically, the study employs qualitative approach rooted in analytic philosophy and formal propositional logic, exemplified through the SEMANTIC model, which formalizes seed-faith claims as a fixed conditional, , exposing auxiliary spiritual presuppositions and enabling classical truth-functional evaluation. The analysis reveals that Prosperity Gospel statements, such as “I am blessed” or “Your miracle is coming,” occupy truth-value gaps when empirical reality fails to instantiate promised outcomes. These gaps are maintained through counterfactual faith-states, deferred fulfillment, and semantic flexibility, demonstrating a modal displacement of actuality by the faith-world (). By constructing a complete truth table for , the SEMANTIC model shows that only one precise configuration renders the conditional false, thereby restoring logical clarity to rhetorically elastic claims. The study contributes to knowledge by demonstrating that philosophical semantics can critically assess religious language without undermining belief, revealing how linguistic structures sustain hope while obscuring accountability. This inquiry underscores the ethical and cognitive stakes of semantic transparency, offering a framework for understanding the interplay between faith, language, and socio-economic realities.
Voices from the Edge: Literature of Marginalized Communities
Literature has been a powerful tool whereby societies have captured experiences, values and history. But the voices of the marginalized communities who are characterized by caste, race, gender, class, ethnicity, and indigeneity have all been missing throughout the centuries in the mainstream literary canon. The book The Voices from the Edge: Literature of Marginalized Communities explores how literature created by oppressed groups of people in society challenges this historical silence and reclaims the authority of narrative. This research places the marginalized literature not just as an expression of suffering but as a narrative of resistance and self-improvement and cultural survival. This paper will maintain that marginalized literature is essential in challenging the hegemonic power systems and reinventing identity. Based on theoretical perspectives of subaltern studies, post-colonial criticism and intersectional thinking, the work focuses on how the marginalized writers of the world have turned around their own and their group experiences of being pushed to the sidelines to create a form of political and cultural resistance. Since people often pose questions as to whether the subaltern can speak or not, peripheral literature proves that the subaltern does not merely speak but also creates the language, the form, and the meaning of literary utterance. The paper also follows the historical development of marginalized writing, starting with oral history and folk narratives that held the memory of the community, progressing in the colonial and post-colonial protest writing, and finally moving to present-day writings that receive visibility through translation and digital networks. Particular focus is placed on some of the recurrent themes, including identity development, struggle with systemic oppression, trauma and memory, and the use of the vernacular language as a tool of cultural assertion. These themes demonstrate the way in which marginalized literature challenges those representations and provides other worldviews based on lived experience. Using selective textual citations, the paper shows how authors with marginalized backgrounds use autobiography, poetry, and fiction to unveil social injustices and reclaim the dignity. As an example, Dalit life fiction like Joothan of Dalit hero, Omprakash Valmiki gives the reader the firsthand experience of the discrimination of the caste system where the mainstream portrays social harmony in a sanitized perspective (Valmiki, 2003) . These texts challenge the hierarchies within literature by foreshadowing authenticity as opposed to aesthetic elitism and by asserting that lived experience is an acceptable source of knowledge. The wider contribution of marginalized literature in the society and academia is also discussed in the article. These works suggest the inclusion of literature and promote empathy among the readers through the expansion of the literary canon. Meanwhile, marginalized writers still have to struggle with such issues as poor access to publishing, language marginalization, and cultural appropriation. Though these challenges exist, the increasing acknowledgement of marginalized literature is a indication of a great turn towards the democratisation of the literary spaces.