AMIKOR (KOLLEKTÍV) BŰN VOLT MAGYARNAK LENNI A FELVIDÉKEN

Author(s): Alfréd Somogyi / Language(s): Hungarian / Issue: 1/2017

After the second world war, the plan was to create a nation-state from the renewed Czechoslovakia. The head of the state, Edvard Beneš’s intention was, to make the Germans and Hungarians, living in the country, disappear. He blamed these two nations, and the German and Hungarian minorities living in Czechoslovakia for the collapse of the country in 1938. The creation of a nation-state was supported by the Great Powers. In 1945, the Red Army liberated the former territories of Czechoslovakia and in the absence of a central government, Edward Beneš started to rule by issuing presidential decrees. He issued 143 decrees, amongst them those proclaiming the collective war crime of Germans and Hungarians, loss of their citizenship, confiscation of their properties, and it sent them to forced labour. This started their expulsion from their homeland. Hungarians were deported to Czech territory, then expelled to Hungary, finally forcefully resettled to Hungary in exchange for Slovaks living in Hungary. The plan was to "shift" 400.000 Hungarians to Hungary. In the end, 90.000 people were deported, out of them 50.000 of reformed religion. This paper deals with the effects of the deportations, resettlements from the reformed church’s point of view.

An Aristotelian Account of Evolution and the Contemporary Philosophy of Biology

Author(s): Mariusz Tabaczek / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2014

The anti-reductionist character of the recent philosophy of biology and the dynamic development of the science of emergent properties prove that the time is ripe to reintroduce the thought of Aristotle, the first advocate of a “top-down” approach in life-sciences, back into the science/philosophy debate. His philosophy of nature provides profound insights particularly in the context of the contemporary science of evolution, which is still struggling with the questions of form (species), teleology, and the role of chance in evolutionary processes. However, although Aristotle is referenced in the evolutionary debate, a thorough analysis of his theory of hylomorphism and the classical principle of causality which he proposes is still needed in this exchange. Such is the main concern of the first part of the present article which shows Aristotle’s metaphysics of substance as an open system, ready to incorporate new hypothesis of modern and contemporary science. The second part begins with the historical exploration of the trajectory from Darwin to Darwinism regarded as a metaphysical position. This exploration leads to an inquiry into the central topics of the present debate in the philosophy of evolutionary biology. It shows that Aristotle’s understanding of species, teleology, and chance – in the context of his fourfold notion of causality – has a considerable explanatory power which may enhance our understanding of the nature of evolutionary processes. This fact may inspire, in turn, a retrieval of the classical theology of divine action, based on Aristotelian metaphysics, in the science/theology dialogue. The aim of the present article is to prepare a philosophical ground for such project.

AN INSTANCE OF ESOTERIC IMAGINATION: FRITZ LANG’S METROPOLIS (1927)

Author(s): Roxana Elena Doncu / Language(s): English / Issue: 12/2017

A pioneer of the science-fiction genre, Fritz Lang's Metropolis (1927) has fascinated and puzzled critics and audiences alike. Although the futuristic skyscrapers of Metropolis seem to belong more to the science-fiction tradition, the film is overloaded with symbolic and religious meanings. While the Christian symbolism has been noted and analysed by various reviewers and scholars, its esoteric side has been neglected, maybe as it was often conflated with the religious. However, esotericism is associated with the main idea of the movie, mediation. The esoteric mediates between religion and science, pointing to the birth of modern science from Renaissance Cabbalism, Hermeticism and Neoplatonism.

Analele Universității de Vest din Timișoara. Seria Teologie

Frequency: 1 issues / Country: Romania

Analele Universității de Vest din Timișoara, seria: Teologie has been founded into the year 1995. Then, the Orthodox Theology Department of the Faculty of Letters, History and Philosophy has stepped into the second year from its foundation. During time, dozens of studies, book reviews, obituaries, scholar articles, essays, and other similar were published into the issue’s pages.

Nowadays, the issue came to the no. 22nd and reflects the results of the academic research of the theological staff and of some of the students, too. The scientific committee of the issue is made of some important theologians, from the Orthodox Church and from other Christian Churches, as: Teresa Ferro, Roberto Giraldo, Dimitrios Gonis, Philipp Harnoncurt, Ioan I. Ică (jr.), Dumitru Megheșan, Gheorghios Metallinos ș.a.

ANESTEZIA ŞI TERAPIA INTENSIVĂ

Author(s): Dorel Săndesc / Language(s): Romanian / Issue: 22/2016

In the medical landscape, disease and illness as byproducts of life in the flesh were understood by theology as participation in God’s saving activity and interaction in the created world. From this perspective, the anesthesia or intensive care is a story that demonstrates into the banality and pain of human existence. At this point the theological norms, historical traditions, social and human needs etc become critical and insignificant. According Cioran „all saints are sick, but luckily not all sick people are saints... Through sickness we understand the saints, and through them, the heavens”.

Anna, die Schule und der liebe Gott. Der Verrat des Bildungssystems an unseren Kindern [Anna, škola a láska k Bohu. Zrada vzdelávacieho systému na našich deťoch] (Jana Juhásová)

Author(s): Jana Juhásová / Language(s): Slovak / Issue: 1/2015

Review of: PRECHT, Richard David: Anna, die Schule und der liebe Gott. Der Verrat des Bildungssystems an unseren Kindern, München: Goldmann Verlag 2013, 347 s. ISBN 978-3-442-31261-0 by Jana Juhásová

Antygrawitacyjne aspekty religijności człowieka

Author(s): Czesław Walesa / Language(s): Polish / Issue: 3/2016

Gravity is a natural force found in different dimensions. Mental gravity includes inertia, addiction, mindlessness and other similar processes or states. Anti-gravity, on the other hand, includes activity, freedom, openness, mindfulness, etc. Religiosity is a personal and positive relation of human to God. Processes of religiosity – according to its structural definition – include the following clusters of processes (parameters): (1) religious awareness, (2) religious feelings, (3) religious decisions (preferences), (4) a bond with a community of believers, (5) religious practices, (6) religious morality, (7) religious experiences, and (8) forms of confessing the faith (especially prayerful and sacrificial acts and the sense of mystery). The article is meant as an analysis of anti-gravitational processes of religiosity in the above mentioned domains. It presents a specific language about and a fragment of the language of religiosity.

Approaching the relationship between religion and science through language games

Author(s): Daniela Stanciulescu / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2015

Generally, applying Wittgenstein phrase“ language games” into the science and religion relationship, reflects the futility of attempting to identify the truth beyond linguistic communities in which each of them takes part. Starting from the idea that through semantic assumption of some concepts, specific to a particular language game by another language game, the principles of comprehension can be violated, the postmodernist thinkers consider necessary the compartmentalization of the two types of discourses, scientific and religious. Therefore, the statements should be regarded as moves in a game. Each category of utterance operate according to some rules, without which there can be no “language game” and whose change, even minor, leads to changing the whole game.

Argumenty logiczne w średniowiecznej filozofii i teologii muzułmańskiej: Al-Ghazali, Awerroes, Ibn al-Munadżdżim

Author(s): Damian Kokoć / Language(s): Polish / Issue: 2/2012

Philosophical legacy of ancient Greeks greatly influenced the shaping of Medieval Islamic thought. Especially popular were writings of Aristotle, particularly his logical works. Muslims very quickly noticed that logic is a very practical tool, both in discussions with non-Muslims, as well as polemics within Islam itself. This article focuses on three thinkers:Al-Ghazali, Averroes and Ibn al-Munajjim. Al-Ghazali’s ideas exemplify how logic was used in theological disputes within Islam itself. Averroes , in turn, in one of his major works „The Decisive Treaty”, tries to refute accusation aimed at impiety of philosophers. Ibn Rushd shows that philosophy is not contrary to the principles of faith but just opposite. He states that the Qur'an encourages to learn and deepen the philosophy, because it is the best way to cognition of the truth and it based on syllogistic deduction. Concluding, the article presents how logic was used in disputes with non-Muslims by referring to Ibn al-Munajjim letter.

Around the Bloc: China Flexes Its Muscles in Central Europe

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 10/25/2016

China threatens to take action against Slovakia after President Andrej Kiska meets with the Dalai Lama, while Czechs send mixed signals.

Around the Bloc: Estonian Art Exhibit Causes Uproar

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 10/18/2016

New museum reacts to criticism from religious groups and others, removing offending part and calling this a learning experience.

Around the Bloc: Kazakhstan School Hijab Ban Upheld

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 10/25/2016

Adopted in January, the ban, which prohibits any kind of religiously affiliated clothing, has not deterred students from wearing hijabs until now.

Around the Bloc: Poland’s Symbolic Temple Complex to Open on Independence Day

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 11/15/2016

Complex reflects the close ties between religion and politics, two centuries after it was first planned.

Around the Bloc: Prague City Hall Approved Anti-Islam Stunt

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 08/30/2016

Controversial activist, previously charged with hate speech, brings his campaign against immigration to the city’s historic heart.

Around the Bloc: Report Claims Widespread Female Mutilation in Dagestan

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 08/23/2016

Caucasus mufti, controversial Orthodox priest defend female genital mutilation, saying it eliminates ‘depravity.’

Around the Bloc: Uzbek Jews Face Uncertain Future

Author(s): TOL TOL / Language(s): English / Issue: 09/20/2016

Life under late ruler Karimov was tightly controlled, but stable and largely free of ethnic conflict, local Jews say.

Aspekty spirituality v příkladech teologicko-filosofického vzdělávání pro sociální práci

Author(s): Ondřej Fischer,Ladislav Heryán,Petr Jandejsek,Zdenko Širka / Language(s): Czech / Issue: 2/2018

The authors of the article take the concept of spirituality as seen by the educators in Social Work anddiscuss the problem how to use this concept in professional practice when working with people, whose spirituality, at least on the basis of Ethical Codes, should be taken on board by the professionals. Allthis, in spite of the fact, that spirituality is never conclusively defined for the use in practice in socialprofessions. The lack of consistent appropriation of the concept by experts and academics alike leadsthe authors to share their own views on the use of spirituality within their own theological and philosophicalcourses, which constitute a part of professional training for Social Workers. Key points andmethods of Theology, Theological Ethics and Biblical Studies are taken as samples to show, that theconcept of spirituality has to be acknowledged as aiming deeper than the empirical concepts of psychologyor other subjects. This could lead to both avoiding the reduction of the impact of ontological reflection of human being as being anchored in personal relationship with God, and allowing for explanationof legitimacy of human dignity.

Asset revaluation for scientific supersonic-like technique

Author(s): Kazu-masa Yamada,Nobuaki Matsuhashi / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2015

Newly information technology tools and materials worldwide, it would not only be affordable rates but also be difficult to strengthen copyright rules. It is also important to strengthen copyright rules. The aim of this research is to obtain the performance using affordable information technology such as freeware virtual machine and operating system free emulator. It was concluded that even with the poor performance powered mobile-CPU build-in mobile computer, it will be completed environment that high-resolution system finally make a revival situation for scientific supersonic-like technique. Also it is finding that the affordable virtual machine make a new grand-design future.

AUTENTICITATEA ȘI PATOLOGIA RAȚIUNII

Author(s): George Remete / Language(s): Romanian,Moldavian / Issue: 2/2016

The relationship between philosophy and theology is fundamentally determined by reason and faith. Although as far as philosophy is concerned, reason is the only knowledgeable instrument, its authenticity is also known to theology. The authenticity of reason also bears some kind of pathology and that is why the researcher has the duty to point out both the authenticity and the pathology of reason.

AZ EGYHÁZTÖRTÉNET TANÍTÁSÁNAK JELENTŐSÉGE ÉS MÓDJA

Author(s): Sarolta Fodorné Nagy / Language(s): Hungarian / Issue: 2/2017

Church history brings up pictures from the past in order to help win in the present, so „to make ready a people prepared for the Lord” (Luk 1,17). Keeping that in mind we can teach Church history in a,) linear time surveys b.) point-like stories of paragons c.) value orientations d.) pointing on to the mystery of the church. Surveys are proper for youth and adults, episodes and examples on life-values can be used even with small children. Difficulties: our prejudice that teaching Church history is difficult; lack of sources partly due to the battle-filled past of the Hungarian Reformed Church; much reading is required in order to find proper stories not only data; one must use more than one resource for self-control. Ways of teaching: We can begin „in medias res” with a special interesting story from the person’s life to be introduced, asking: who was it?; we can raise questions around a known information. We can use these old stories as illustrations on the truth of a Biblical text. We can analyze sources. Using visual aid is vital. Polemic discussions are also good to keep attention awake. Any way we choose, we must teach enthusiastically, in an adventure-like spirit, not in a boring way. Church history is part of our identity. The article gives some illustrations on these statements.