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Scientists and savages: a theoretical study of the serresian parasite

Jan Anthony Garcia (2023)

The current study is dedicated to further understanding the profile of the parasite formulated by Michel Serres and its implications on how and why systems and relations function as they do as a result from parasitic intervention. The research that has been gathered are analyzed based exclusively on theoretical concepts. It has led the study to inquire further about Serres’s own definition by comparing the ideas of parasitism to that of the bricoleur, a figure devised by Claude Levi-Strauss. It was found that the bricoleur shares some remarkable characteristics to Serres’s parasite, notably their embracement of complexity and penchant for chaotic behavior. The research later reveals that the bricoleur could be interpreted as a parasite, nourishing itself by feeding off the contents of a system whilst disrupting its intended goal of undisturbed harmony. Additionally, Levi-Strauss introduces a second figure, the engineer, whose identity is characterized by its intolerance for disorder. The study suggests that despite their opposing traits, both could be considered as two distinct species of parasites. Affirmation of this could change and evolve our understanding of Serres’s original concept, concluding that systems must not only fend themselves from attacks by parasites that create disorder, but also from those trying to establish order as well. The findings of this research could not only help understand what systems must experience in order to function, but also illustrate how parasitism in general explains how it is the single underlying mechanism that drives human relations.

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ดอนนา ฮาราเวย์: วัฒนธรรมชาติกับคำถามว่าด้วยความเป็นมนุษย์

ภาคิน นิมมานนรวงศ์, วิศรุต พึ่งสุนทร (2018)

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Walter benjamin on the right to be reproduced: human empowerment through video technology

Yi Jiang (2023)

In this thesis, the author focuses on Walter Benjamin’s technology theory and argues that the relationship between filming technology and smartphone development has democratized information, images, and events, granting individuals greater control. Filming is no longer exclusive to elites but accessible to the masses. People now have the right to film and be filmed, which is crucial for human development in a tech-driven world. The thesis draws from Walter Benjamin's film technology ideas and applies them to news and social media. It acknowledges the negative implications and emphasizes the importance of cultivating trust alongside human empowerment through video technology. The dissertation is comprised of five chapters. Chapter I presents an introduction of the overall background of the research, objectives, and significance of the study

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เทอร์รี อีเกิลตัน และแนวพินิจวัตถุนิยมแบบมาร์กซ์

เมธาวี โหละสุต, วิศรุต พึ่งสุนทร (2018)

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Complementarian position on women in the bible: a defense

Soba Chettry (2023)

In recent years, the role of Christian women in leadership, preaching, and elder roles in the home, church, and society has undergone significant changes. This shift has led to ongoing debates about the status of women in the Bible. In response, this paper proposes and defends a complementarian position on women in the Bible, which asserts that although men and women are equal in worth and value, they have different roles and responsibilities in the family, church, and society. The complementarian position is grounded in the creation order, where God created men and women with distinct but complementary roles, affirmed throughout Scripture. This paper draws on relevant biblical passages and scholarly literature to support the complementarian position. The paper explores the relevant passages from the Old and New Testaments, including Genesis 1-3, 1 Corinthians 11, Ephesians 5, and 1 Timothy 2, among others. It also examines the cultural context of biblical times and the historical interpretation of these passages. By embracing complementarianism, we can honor God's design for gender and promote healthy relationships between men and women. The complementarian position allows us to recognize and appreciate the unique contributions that women make in the home, church, and society while affirming the biblical principles that underpin complementarianism. This paper also addresses common objections to the complementarian position, including charges of misogyny and discrimination, and argues that these objections are unfounded. In conclusion, this paper provides a compelling case for a complementarian position on women in the Bible, drawing on relevant Biblical passages and scholarly literature. While acknowledging the unique contributions that women make, the complementarian position allows us to honor God's design for gender and promote healthy relationships between men and women. This paper offers a contribution to ongoing debates about the status of women in the Bible, with the hope of promoting unity and understanding in the church and society.