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{"title":"Character Analysis of Robert Jordan and Santiago: The Sublime Parables of the Unconquerable Human Spirit against the Heavy Odds","authors":"Rashda Shamim, Aalia Sabahat, Shalu Dadwal, Abida Bibi, Nadira Khatoon","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.45.1.10","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.45.1.10","url":null,"abstract":"Ernest Hemingway is one of America's most distinguished novelists of the twentieth century. The protagonists of Ernest Hemingway are emblematic of resilience and fortitude, navigating through life’s physical and psychological adversities. Robert Jordan, a guerrilla fighter in the Spanish Civil War, embodies the existential struggle against a hostile universe, dealing with deep emotional scars and imminent death with unyielding courage. Santiago, the old fisherman, epitomizes the Hemingway code hero, demonstrating indomitable strength and perseverance in his relentless battle with a giant marlin. Despite severe injuries and overwhelming challenges, both characters maintain their dignity and exemplify the essence of \"grace under pressure.\" This analysis delves into Hemingway’s exploration of human resilience, highlighting how his heroes reflect the profound courage and perseverance that define the human spirit in the face of adversity. The characters of Santiago and Robert Jordan deal with the vital issues of mortality, hope, despair, and determination, where they fight back against adverse circumstances to regain their honor and dignity, exhibiting the indestructible spirit of man at its best.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"53 23","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141927921","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Humanistic Philosophy of Srimanta Sankardeva in the Material Culture of the Neo-Vaisnavite Traditions of Assam","authors":"Guptajit Pathak, Prof. (Dr.) Projit Kumar Palit","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.43.23.33","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.43.23.33","url":null,"abstract":"Initiated by Saint Srimanta Sankardeva (1449 CE-1569 CE) to improve the terrible socio- religious and cultural state of Assam at the time, the Neo-Vaisnavite movement was humanistic and creative. Sankardeva wanted to transform Assamese society by transforming its people into value searchers who achieve values via artistic and creative endeavors. His actions were motivated by his belief in “Eka Sarana Nama Dharma”, which is the refuge in a single ultimate reality or God. He carried out this belief through a variety of mediums, including tales, art, institutions, and symbols. These establishments and artifacts have grown to be vital components of the Neo-Vaisnavite tradition's material and spiritual culture of Assam. Even though the laities currently utilize these items on a daily basis, a brief investigation would show that they originated from Saint Sankardeva's creative humanism. The present paper explores to find the material cultural identity of this tradition as the source of Srimanta Sankardeva's creative humanism.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"22 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140982244","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Literary and Interpretive analysis of Bihu Songs' Identity","authors":"Junu Saikia","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.43.34.39","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.43.34.39","url":null,"abstract":"The research paper titled “A literary and interpretive analysis of Bihu Songs' identity” attempts to conduct an artistic analysis of the symbols used in the text of the Bihu song. Symbols are objects, people, situations, or words that signify something else. In literature, symbols represent thoughts or emotions, which is one of the attractions of poetry. The idea of symbol has evolved in human culture over time. Parallelly, the symbols have been reflected in folk tunes. Bihu songs are the most characteristic genre of folk song in Assam, northeast India, both in terms of literary substance and musical mode. Symbols have played a significant role in Bihu Songs. This research gives an analysis of how different sorts of symbols are used in the text of Bihu songs. This paper's major research method is analytical. Data are gathered from library and field surveys.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"5 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140982094","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Scenography and Societal Change and the Creation of Artworks in Contemporary Art: An Analysis of the Practice of Scenography in Nabajyoti Nagar, Guwahati, Assam, India","authors":"Aditi Deka","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.43.11.22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.43.11.22","url":null,"abstract":"The most beautiful visual element of a theater is its scenery. It entails placing a performance in a distinct and recognizable setting, defining the characters in terms of costumes and the accessories and qualities that go along with them, and lighting the performance appropriately to maximize the audience's enjoyment of the performance. Therefore, in addition to a mastery of architectural principles, the practice of scenography requires a sufficient understanding of the fundamentals of design, fair knowledge of graphics, and a working knowledge of the fine and practical arts, carpentry, tailoring, and electrical engineering. Because of this, the scenographer needs to be a well-rounded artist with enormous creative potential. Scenography can be used to create a civilization in the right way. Scenography investigates societal influence. In this study, the practice of scenography in Nabajyoti Nagar, Guwahati, Assam, India, is analyzed in relation to societal change and the creation of art works in contemporary art.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":" 32","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140991613","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Explication of Ogba Proverbs as a Tool for Conflict Resolution","authors":"Dr. Ben-Fred Ohia","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.43.1.10","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.43.1.10","url":null,"abstract":"Proverbs originated orally based on the oral literature history of storytelling passed down from generation to generation through stories and sayings. However, some believed that they originated from written scripts. Proverbs are words of wisdom used to impart knowledge to people. In Ogba, proverbs are used predominantly by the elders to warn, advice, instruct and educate on issues of paramount importance to the society. Proverbs elu are epigrammatic in nature and usually misunderstood as idiom olu-eknurnu. Proverbs elu often use figures of speech, such as metaphors, similes or allusions to make a point. In the literary parlance, renowned African writers like Chinua Achebe, Ngugi Wa Thiong’o, Amos Tutuola, Wole Soyinka, Ola Rotimi and others adopt the use of proverbs in their works. This paper analyses the Ogba proverbs as a tool for conflict resolution in Ogba land of Rivers State, Nigeria. It is discovered that proverbs are used in major types of discourse involving the elders as evidenced in their use in palaces of chiefs to settle issues of marriage, land, chieftaincy, accusations of witchcraft and wizardry and other cases that are settled locally according to Ogba tradition and custom. This paper adopts the qualitative approach propounded by Isidore Okpewho. It concludes that proverbs are a veritable tool used by the elders to settle disputes in their homes, families and kindred.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"9 3 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141025719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Dancemania: Analyzing the Commercialization of Dance Crew Competitions","authors":"Dr. S. Ramesh","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.42.7.12","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.42.7.12","url":null,"abstract":"This research delves into the intricate landscape of commercialization within dance crew competitions, employing a focused examination of prominent television series, notably the widely recognized \"Dancemania.\" As the dance competition model gains unprecedented popularity and financial success, there is a discernible risk that the core authenticity of this expressive art form may be compromised. Rather than adhering to artistic values, there is a growing concern that these competitions may veer towards catering primarily to mass entertainment tastes. To comprehensively unravel the increasing commercial influences and economic incentives shaping the competition format, this study employs a multifaceted approach. Interviews and surveys are conducted, drawing perspectives from dance professionals, competitors, and television producers intimately involved in the dance competition milieu. Through qualitative insights and firsthand accounts, the paper aims to shed light on the evolving dynamics propelled by commercial interests. Quantitative data analysis forms a critical component of this research, uncovering correlations that exist between success metrics and influential factors, such as viewership ratings, which may take precedence over the technical prowess of dance ability. The findings from this analysis serve as a catalyst for discussions surrounding potential policy and structural adjustments. The overarching objective is to realign the priorities of competitive dance with a renewed emphasis on artistic values, countering the prevailing trend of prioritizing commercial interests. This research signals the need for holistic interventions and shifts in the competition landscape to preserve the inherent artistic integrity of dance within a commercialized context.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"49 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140434063","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Analyzing Socio-Cultural and Cognitive Components in Sobha Brahma's Contemporary Paintings","authors":"Aditi Deka","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.42.1.6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.42.1.6","url":null,"abstract":"\"Contemporary\" suggests that a person is roughly the same age as another person from the same historical period, as well as contemporary and Contemporary. The late 1900s global improvements in socioeconomics, culture, spirituality, politics, and education had a profound effect on art, among many other productive sectors. This led to a considerable loss of flexibility in the classification of various art genres throughout time, and this is what was eventually referred to as contemporary art. Contemporary art is flexible and addresses issues that are mostly pertinent to its time.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"78 21","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139960209","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Non-Verbal Communication of Metal Gong (Ukela) and Bamboo/Wooden Drum (Okpokro) in Ogba Traditional Setting","authors":"Dr. Ben-Fred Ohia","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.41.41.48","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.41.41.48","url":null,"abstract":"Communication is the process of passing on of information from one person/group to the other. It is the process by which one person or (a group) shares and imparts information to another person or (a group) shares and impact information to another person or (group) for better understanding. Therefore, it is the transfer of an understandable message hence it is an integral part of life. In Ogba, Ukela and Okpokro are clear means of information used locally just like emerging types of communication such as the internet, e-mail, facebook, and other modern means of communication. This paper explores this local non-verbal means of communication, with a view to strengthening the communication skills non-verbal without involving writing and speaking. The paper finds out that ‘Ukela’ and ‘Okpokro’ are used to disseminate information effectively. The Ogba people have the capabilities to decode the message of the metal gong Ukela and bamboo/wooden gong Okpokro and the innate ability to understand and interpret the message passed through the sounds; eliciting a possible feedback and effective communication. The study adopts the interview method for both primary and secondary data collection. Consequently, the purposive sampling technique is used to select the respondents and the primary and secondary data are qualitative in nature. This study finds out using popular culture and situational approach as a theoretical framework is apt. This paper strongly recommends this non-verbal means of communication for effective communication in the rural and uneducated population who can neither read nor write. The work therefore recommends the use of these non-verbal communication instruments in the locality given the high level of illiterate persons in the local settings in addition to the non-availability or epileptic supply of electricity in the rural environments.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"40 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139451853","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Harmonizing Mind, Body, and Earth: Exploring the Therapeutic Synergy of Dance Movement Therapy and Ecopsychology","authors":"Ms. Pallavi Patwari, Prof. Aparna Vajpayee","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.41.29.40","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.41.29.40","url":null,"abstract":"Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) has emerged as a versatile and impactful approach to promoting holistic well-being, bridging the intricate connections between the mind, body, and the environment. This comprehensive literature review explores the diverse landscape of recent studies to illuminate the therapeutic potential of DMT in addressing various mental health concerns and enhancing overall psychological and physiological health. The exploration begins with Berger's (2021) investigation into the intersection of DMT practices and ecopsychology, highlighting the development of an eco-somatic community workshop. This study underscores the healing potential of an embodied connection to the natural world, fostering a sense of kinship and responsibility to both individual and collective well-being. Further insights are provided through examinations of DMT interventions with adolescents, biomolecular effects of dance activities, and the widespread use of grounding exercises. Studies by Auborg (2018), Nieves and Jakobsche (2022), and Bräuninger (2015) collectively emphasize the positive impact of movement experiences on motivation, emotional well-being, and the mind-body connection, particularly in populations dealing with anxiety and depression. Additionally, research by Elakiya (2021), Hyvönen et al. (2020), and Karkou et al. (2019) showcases the efficacy of DMT in reducing anxiety and depression levels across diverse populations, including nursing students, individuals diagnosed with depression, and adults coping with Parkinson's disease. The exploration extends to the realm of children's mental health, with Nardi et al.'s (2022) qualitative assessment of DMT techniques for children with anxiety, providing insights into thetherapeutic model based on \"mirroring\" interventions. These findings collectively underscore the versatility and applicability of DMT in addressing mental health challenges across various demographics and contexts. As the research unfolds, a comprehensive understanding of DMT's therapeutic potential emerges, emphasizing its role in fostering well-being and addressing mental health concerns within an evolving and diverse landscape.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"48 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138950805","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Indian Research Trends in Digital Humanities: an Analysis","authors":"M. M. Shanmugapriya","doi":"10.55529/jhmd.41.21.28","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55529/jhmd.41.21.28","url":null,"abstract":"The goal of this study is to identify research trends in India's \"Digital Humanities\" field. For this study, every kind of Indian research output that has been published and is indexed in the Scopus database has been taken into account. The current quantitative analysis examines a variety of publication-related factors, including growth by year, author patterns, level of collaboration, publication source, subject, and citation, among others. The study examines 35 research projects using a variety of criteria, concluding that interest in digital humanities research is growing in India. The study's conclusions show that the trend of high-quality source journals for research is expanding.","PeriodicalId":155416,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Humanities,Music and Dance","volume":"56 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138967726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}