bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Otomycosis in Patients Attending a Tertiary Health-care Institution in Sokoto, Northwestern Nigeria
Authors: Yabo Umar Sufiyanu , Robert Iseh Kufre , Muhammad Yahaya , Giro Abubakar Musa
Published: June 2024

Introduction:

Otomycosis is a superficial fungal infection of the external auditory canal (EAC). The hot, humid, and dusty environment of the tropics and subtropics makes otomycosis more prevalent in these regions. It can be acute or chronic, and usually manifest by aural pruritus, aural fullness, otalgia, otorrhea, tinnitus, and hearing loss.

Aim/Objective:

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and pattern of etiological agents of otomycosis in Sokoto, Northwestern Nigeria.

Materials and Methods:

This study was a cross-sectional tertiary hospital-based study. One hundred patients with symptoms of otomycosis were recruited from the ENT outpatient clinic of UDUTH Sokoto. Swabs from the ears were taken and evaluated for fungal agents, sociodemographic factors, symptomatology, and risk factors were analyzed. Data analysis was performed with IBM-SPSS 25.0.

Results:

The patient’s age range of 4–57 years (mean of 18.78 ± 10.67) years, with a male-to-female ratio of 1:1.1; about 124 ear exudates were analyzed, in 75 (60.5%) of ear discharge, 7 different varieties of fungi were isolated, while in 49 (39.5%), there was no fungal growth on culture. The etiological agents found in our study were Aspergillus niger 30 (40.0%) was the most commonly isolated fungi in this study, followed by Candida albicans 25 (33.3%), Aspergillus fumigatus 5 (6.7%), Mucor 5 (6.7%), Penicillium 4 (5.3%), Aspergillus flavus 3 (4.0%), and Rhizopus 3 (4.0%) with A. niger as the most predominant.

Conclusion:

Otomycosis affects all age groups and both sexes, could be asymptomatic and if left untreated may result to morbidity. Mycological studies should be carried out on all patients with symptoms Otomycosis, this guide to proper management of the disease.
Coping Strategies and Depression among Male Inmates of a Nigerian Correctional Facility: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Audu Alexander Adam , Okafor Chidi John , Udofia Owoidoho , Essien Emmanuel Aniekan , Edet Bassey Eyo , Olose Emmanuel Omamurhomu
Published: June 2024

Background:

Researchers have consistently found higher rates of mental illnesses, especially depression, in prison populations compared to the general population. Even though specific coping strategies have been implicated as a factor influencing the mental well-being of inmates, little is known about this interplay in resource-poor settings. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between coping strategies and depression among inmates of a prison in Nigeria.

Subjects and Methods:

This was a two-stage cross-sectional study involving 269 inmates of Calabar Prison, Nigeria. Participants were administered a sociodemographic questionnaire, the Coping Strategies Inventory-Short Form, and the General Health Questionnaire-12 (GHQ-12). Respondents who scored ≥3 on the GHQ-12 together with 10% of low scorers proceeded to the second stage for an interview using the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview.

Results:

The prevalence of depression among study participants was 30.5%. Emotion-focused disengagement coping strategies (odds ratio [OR]: 1.12, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.05–1.20) and a history of mental illness before imprisonment (OR: 3.4, 95% CI: 1.34–8.57) significantly predicted depression, whereas problem-focused engagement was protective (OR: 1.92, 95% CI: 0.86–0.98).

Conclusion:

Compared to the general population, depression is more common among prison inmates and is associated with using specific coping strategies. Coping strategies deserve increasing consideration when planning mental health intervention programs for this population.
Overcoming the Challenges Encountered in the Performance Appraisal of Faculty Members
Authors: Shrivastava Saurabh RamBihariLal , Zora Ulfa , Ayunigdyah Yulia Putri , Joshi Abhishek
Published: June 2024

Performance appraisal of teaching faculty who are involved in the act of delivery of medical education to prepare future doctors plays a pivotal role in measuring their competency level to train students, assessing the effectiveness in discharging their other roles, and acts as a motivating factor to continuously improvise and augment their knowledge and skills. However, the ground reality is that in most settings, this task is not acknowledged as an action for motivating a faculty member, but rather just an act of faultfinding. Upon the identification of these challenges, we must look for remedial measures to overcome them to streamline and enhance the effectiveness of the performance appraisal process. In conclusion, the performance appraisal of teaching faculty is an essential and indispensable activity. However, the success of performance appraisal, in terms of promoting professional development and organizational success, will depend a lot on the effective redressal of the existing challenges.
Stature Estimation Using Hand and Foot Metrics among the Meena Tribal Population of the North-western Indian Region
Authors: Kataria Suraj , Dechalwal Shivani , Shedge Rutwik , Devi Naorem Kiranmala , Sachdeva Mohinder P. , Jain Sonal
Published: June 2024

Background:

Studies on stature estimation models for North West Indian populations are limited. The present study attempts to develop stature estimation models for the Indian population using hand and foot dimensions.

Materials and Methods:

Hand and foot measurements of 280 individuals (140 males and 140 females) were recorded for the estimation of stature in the present study. The stature and nine hand and foot anthropometric measurements were obtained using standard methods and relevant landmarks. For bilateral and sex differences, independent and paired t-tests were used to statistically analyze the data.

Results:

The findings showed statistically significant sex differences (P < 0.05) in stature, foot, and hand measurements. However, there were no significant bilateral differences. The Pearson correlation coefficient assessed the association between stature and hand/foot measurements. All the studied parameters in both sexes demonstrated a statistically significant (P < 0.001) and strong positive correlation with stature. Males and females had the strongest correlation coefficients for right-foot length (r = 0.70) and right-hand length (r = 0.64), respectively. Each sex’s regression equations were calculated separately. Stature predictions were accurate to within 4.02–6.64 cm.

Conclusion:

Stature estimated from hand and foot measurements can help in personal identification by creating an individual’s biological profile. Morphological differences in feet and hands demonstrate the significance of developing ethnic group-specific models to determine stature. According to the study’s findings, the stature of a person belonging to the Indian subcontinent can be estimated using hands and feet for anthropological and forensic purposes.
The effectiveness of training mothers with regard to pediculosis preventive behavior among school students: A Protection Motivation Theory study
Authors: Mohammadpour Roghayeh , Mohebi Siamak , Mohammadbeigi Abolfazl , Gholamrezaee-Sarvelat Zeynab , Ahangari Roghaye , Oskouei Alireza Omidi
Published: June 2024

Background & objectives:

Lice infestation is considered as a reemerging problem as well as a health challenge. Based on Protection Motivation Theory, the present study was conducted to investigate the effectiveness of training mothers in regard to pediculosis preventive behavior among school students.

Methods:

In a critical trial, 180 mothers of primary school daughters were assessed in two study groups in the Iranian city of Qom in 2021. They received training intervention in a course of four ninety-minute sessions during four weeks. After six months, the post-test questionnaire and the checklist were completed by them. The data were gathered using a valid and reliable questionnaire. Finally, data analysis was performed using SPSS 20.

Results:

After the training intervention, a significant difference was observed within the intervention group in scores of the prevention motivation constructs (P<0.001). Besides, there was a significant difference between the mean scores of the preventive behavior of the mothers and daughters in the intervention group before the training intervention and six months after it (P<0.001). However, no significant difference was seen before and after the intervention in the control group (P>0.05). Additionally, no significant differences were observed between the intervention and control groups (P<0.001) in terms of comparing the mean score differences of all the constructs of protection motivation theory, the mothers’ behavior and the daughters’ behavior checklist.

Interpretation & conclusion:

The results indicate the effectiveness of training mothers based on Protection Motivation Theory in regard to pediculosis. Therefore, it seems that in developing training programs, utilizing this theory could prove useful to bring about changes in the individuals’ behavior regarding the prevention of pediculosis.
Structure-based virtual screening study for identification of potent insecticides against Anopheles gambiae to combat the malaria
Authors: Helmi Nawal
Published: June 2024

Background & objectives:

Vector-borne infectious diseases contribute significantly to global mortality, with over 700,000 annual deaths, and malaria alone accounts for more than 400,000 of these fatalities. Anopheles gambiae, a prominent mosquito species, serves as a primary vector for transmitting malaria to humans. To address this issue, researchers have identified the D1-like dopamine receptor (DAR), specifically DOP2, as a promising target for developing new insecticides.

Methods:

The three-dimensional structure of DOP2 from A. gambiae was unavailable; in-silico approach was used to model and validate DOP2 structure. The Discovery Studio 2021 program was used to identify potential binding sites on DOP2. Virtual screening of 235 anti-parasitic compounds was performed against DOP2 using PyRx 0.8.

Results:

The screening demonstrated strong binding and interactions with active site residues of DOP2 for five compounds: Diclazuril, Kaempferol, Deracoxib, Clindamycin, and Diaveridine. These compounds exhibited higher binding affinity values compared to the control (Asenapine). In addition, the predicted physiochemical properties for these compounds were within acceptable ranges and there were no violations in drug-likeness properties.

Interpretation & conclusion:

These compounds show promise as potential new insecticides targeting A. gambiae mosquito by inhibiting the DOP2 protein. However, additional experimental validation is required to optimize their efficacy as DOP2 inhibitors.
Establishment and mass breeding of Phlebotomus papatasi (Diptera: Pshychodidae) in Orzouieh county in Kerman Province, Southeast of Iran
Authors: Aghaei-Afshar Abass , Shirani-Bidabadi Leila , sharifi Iraj , Khosravi Ahmad , Alizadeh Ismaeil , Amiri ZahraSadat , Gorouhi Mohammad-Amin
Published: June 2024

Background & objectives:

Sandflies are important carriers of Leishmania parasites. Leishmaniasis, spread by sandfly vectors, is a major public health problem worldwide particularly in the tropics and the subtropics. The parasite transmission capacity of vectors, life cycle of parasites in the body of vectors, disease transmission, and the physiology and behavior of carrier vectors can be extensively studied by establishing insect colonies in the insectarium. In addition, response of vectors to repellents and insecticides, mating behaviors, blood feeding habits, interaction between parasites, and vectors, and taxonomic studies can be investigated by establishing insect colonies. The goal of the present study was to establish a colony of Phlebotomus papatasi in the insectarium in a zoonotic cutaneous leishmaniasis endemic area in Kerman Province of Iran.

Methods:

The Killick-Kendrick and Killick-Kendrick method (1991) was used for individual rearing and the volf and volfa (2011) method was used for mass rearing of the collected sandflies. The larvae were fed by a diet with liver powder, which is the recommended diet for Phlebotomus papatasi larvae. Adult sandflies were allowed to feed on BALB/c mice blood in the laboratory.

Results:

Eighty sandflies specimens (75 female + 5 male) were collected with aspirator and reared for f1 and f2 generations in the laboratory.

Interpretation & conclusion:

Phlebotomus sandflies were colonized in laboratory condition. Then sandflies successfully maintained for the first time as a laboratory species in Kerman Province.
High voltage in nuclear applications: Occupational safety aspects and standards
Authors: Saxena Vyom , Sharma Ravindra K.
Published: June 2024

High voltage (HV) plays diverse and critical roles that in both nuclear power generation and nuclear instrumentation, contributing to the efficiency, safety, and precision of various processes within the nuclear domain. The basic detection component of nuclear instruments is the nuclear detector, which needs direct current HV power supply. Exposure to HV electrical systems can cause serious injuries, fatalities, and damage to equipment if proper safety measures are not followed. Comprehensive safety measures, such as proper training, adherence to safety procedures, use of personal protective equipment, equipment maintenance, regular inspections, and compliance with relevant safety standards and regulations, are essential to mitigate hazards arising from HV applications. HV safety and standards are critical aspects of HV occupational practices as they ensure the protection of personnel, machine, and workplace safety. A close study points to certain inadequacies and weaknesses in the existing standards. These include a lack of universal standards, insufficient coverage of nonelectric hazards or indirect safety hazards, deficient or no focus on human factors, and limited consideration of evolving and new technologies. In the last portion of this article, the standards followed at the High Voltage Pulsed Power Lab, Control Instrumentation Division, BARC are discussed along with the safety practices that are observed in the routine operation of different high voltage systems.
Independent Risk Factors of Failed Extubation among Adult Critically Ill Patients: A Prospective Observational Study from Saudi Arabia
Authors: Al-Ali Aqeel Hamad , Alraeyes Khalid Abdullah , Julkarnain Princess Rhea , Lakshmanan Arul Prasath , Alobaid Alzahra , Aljoni Ahmed Yahya , Saleem Nada Hadi , Al Odat Mohammed Ali , Aletreby Waleed Tharwat
Published: June 2024

Background:

Mechanical ventilation provides essential support for critically ill patients in several diagnoses; however, extubation failure can affect patient outcomes. From Saudi Arabia, no study has assessed the factors associated with extubation failure in adults.

Methods:

This prospective observational study was conducted in the intensive care unit of a tertiary care hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Adult patients who had been mechanically ventilated via the endotracheal tube for a minimum of 24 hours and then extubated according to the weaning protocol were included. Failed extubation was defined as reintubation within 48 hours of extubation.

Results:

A total of 505 patients were included, of which 72 patients had failed extubation (14.3%, 95% CI: 11.4%–17.7%). Compared with the failed extubation group, the successfully extubated group had significantly shorter duration of mechanical ventilation (mean difference: −2.6 days, 95% CI: −4.3 to −1; P = 0.001), a slower respiratory rate at the time of extubation (mean difference: −2.3 breath/min, 95% CI: −3.8 to −1; P = 0.0005), higher pH (mean difference: 0.02, 95% CI: 0.001–0.04; P = 0.03), and more patients with strong cough (percent difference: 17.7%, 95% CI: 4.8%–30.5%; P = 0.02). Independent risk factors of failed extubation were age (aOR = 1.02; 95% CI: 1.002–1.03; P = 0.03), respiratory rate (aOR = 1.06, 95% CI: 1.01–1.1; P = 0.008), duration of mechanical ventilation (aOR = 1.08, 95% CI: 1.03 – 1.1; P < 0.001), and pH (aOR = 0.02, 95% CI: 0.0006–0.5; P = 0.02).

Conclusion:

Older age, longer duration of mechanical ventilation, faster respiratory rate, and lower pH were found to be independent risk factors that significantly increased the odds of extubation failure among adults.
Skills Upgrade for By Automobile Electricians for Maintenance of Modern Vehicle in Jigawa State Nigeria
Authors: Idris Umar Alhaji , Birniwa Muhammad Shuaibu
Published: June 2024

Automobile technicians popularly called roadside mechanics are technical personnels that repairs most of the automobile vehicles in  Nigeria. Majority of these mechanics acquired their skills through apprenticeship training. Modern vehicle imported into the country  posed greater challenges to the present roadside automobile mechanics in the area of carrying out maintenance repairs of these modern  vehicles (autotronic vehicle) due to their inability to acquire autotronic skills competency. Automobile electricians are not  exempted from these challenges. Therefore research is carried out in Jigawa state to ascertain the skills upgrade needed by these  technicians for successful maintenance repair of the autotronic vehicles that are plying on Nigerian roads. The research conducted  revealed that; majority of automobile electricians (15 out of 19) attained educational status above junior secondary school level, 16 out of  19 interviewees cannot repair autotronic vehicles due to lack of skills in the use of OBD and computerized tools. All the 19 automobile  electricians interviewed from 19 different workshops across Jigawa state indicate their readiness to participate in skills upgrade training  on modern automobile vehicle maintenance repairs. This indicates that there is an urgent need to upgrade skills in the maintenance of autotronic vehicles in the State. The skills upgrade training conducted by Federal Government in collaboration with SURE-P, NAC and  SMEDEN was not successful because the educational status of the target population was not considered in drafting the training modules.  The mode of training used does not also take cognizance of the theoretical aspect of the trainees, especially basic science which rendered  the programme ineffective and insufficient for the tasks on ground.
Twin Boreholes: Solution to Irrigation Problem In Masama Area Of Dambo Dam,Kazaure Local Government, Jigawa
Authors: Idris Umar Alhaji , Birniwa Muhammad Shuaibu
Published: June 2024

Masama is an area located about two kilometers (2km) in the northern part of Dambo dam in Kazaure Local Government area of Jigawa  State. Boreholes drilled in the area by jetting methods cannot exceed a depth of 8. 2 - 9m depth. This is as a result of bedrock reached at  this depth. In this research, a borehole drilled to 9m depth was found to have a water discharge rate of 1.31 litres per second. This rate is  inadequate for irrigation. Then an identical borehole were drilled two meters (2m) away from the former, which was tested to have a  discharge of 1.47 litres per second, still not enough for irrigation. To increase the discharge, the two boreholes (now called “Twin  boreholes”) were connected to the same pump and the discharge was found to be 2.78 liters per second, which is very encouraging and  adequate for good, reliable and effective irrigation in the locality. The result of this research work reveals that irrigation can now be  possible in Masama using twin boreholes. The farmers of the area can now farm all year round and this would curtail or eliminate poverty  and boost food security in Masama, Kazaure and Jigawa state as a whole. The findings of the research work can still be improved  production by using other sources of power for maximum profit, easy maintenance and usage.
A LAGARTA VERDE: O DESPERTAR DAS CRIANÇAS DA EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL PARA A OBSERVAÇÃO E ESTUDO DOS ANIMAIS NA ESCOLA
Authors: Santos Leila , Delavusca Michele Batista , Schwede Roseli Wisneski , Groth Marlova Maria , Dornelles Miriam Cristiane Soares , Bagolin Juliana Isabel
Published: June 2024

O contato das crianças com a natureza está diretamente ligado à formação de uma mentalidade voltada para a sustentabilidade e não no consumo excessivo. Diante da importância das crianças se reconectarem com a natureza, torna-se claro o papel e a responsabilidade dos profissionais que atuam na Educação Infantil em enxergarem a escola como um ambiente favorável para estimular essa conexão. Dessa forma, o objetivo deste estudo foi explorar os pequenos animais presentes na escola, despertando a curiosidade e observação através de práticas que envolvam as crianças com os elementos naturais. As atividades ocorreram em uma escola da rede municipal de Ijuí, Rio Grande do Sul, com a turma do maternal 2 A. O começo foi singular, pois uma das crianças do grupo possuía alergia a picadas de insetos e, enquanto brincava no parquinho, acabou tocando em uma lagarta verde. Esse incidente despertou a curiosidade dos pequenos e deu origem as atividades. Por meio de observações, utilizando lupas e microscópios, integrando essas práticas com a literatura e por meio de uma visita a um laboratório de zoologia da Universidade local, testemunhamos o quanto as crianças adquiriram conhecimento ao interagirem com os animais existentes na escola, desencadeando empolgados comentários sobre um animal previamente estudado, deixando claro que esse estilo de aprendizagem prática teve uma impressão marcante na vida dos pequenos, demonstrando uma mentalidade progressiva em relação à preservação ambiental e, à sustentabilidade.
Literature Study: Digital Leadership Strategies to Improve Teacher Performance in the Era of Technology Transformation
Authors: Sari Rika Yohana , Rusdinal Rusdinal , Variani Herlin , Gistituati Nurhizrah
Published: June 2024

This research aims to examine Digital Leadership Strategies for Improving Teacher Performance in the Era of Technological Transformation. This study is literature research that adopts a descriptive qualitative approach by conducting a literature review. In this research, the authors used sources such as articles, journals, and relevant books to support the study. The main focus of this literature study is on digital leadership strategies to improve teacher performance in the context of technological transformation. The results of the analysis show that digital leadership involves adapting to digital culture and mastering digital competencies. Digital leadership reflects a leadership style that emphasizes implementing digital transformation in organizations, enabling them to face complex challenges and exploit new opportunities. Digital leadership strategies cover various aspects, such as managing increasing complexity, holistic adaptation to change, leveraging technology, recognizing leaders' limitations and leveraging team expertise, and viewing failure as part of the innovation process. Overall, this study concludes that effective digital leadership is crucial for enhancing teacher performance, as it fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation, ultimately leading to improved educational outcomes in the era of technological transformation.
Representation, Identity, and Resistance in Two Selected Cameroonian Literary Texts by Victor Epie Ngome and Rosemary E. Ekosso
Authors: Nchia Florence Mbi
Published: June 2024

Representation and identity are complex concepts with diverse connotations that involve the binaries ‘the self’’ and ‘the other’. These oppositions could either be referring to an individual, a group, or a particular sex. However, some concepts like Hanna Fenichel Pitkin’s ‘Concept of Representation’, Edward Saïd’s discourse on Orientalism, and Michel Foucault’s Concepts of Power and Resistance present a contradiction in the notion of representation, identity, and resistance. What then is a true representation, a real identity? Is resistance always predetermined or an entity in its own right? This  article seeks to examine the relationship in these concepts in two Anglophone Cameroonian literary texts notably, Victor Epie Ngome’s What God Has Put Asunder and Rosemary Ekosso’s House of Falling Women and to assess the validity of the textual representation of a union between two parties and the representation of the African woman in Ngome’s and Ekosso’s texts respectively. The methodology employed is comparative, analytical, and descriptive. The study tentatively concludes that, in as much as paradox abounds in the treatment of representation and true identity, it is observed that the self is in the best position to present itself, that representation, identity, and resistance are intrinsically intertwined, and that Ngome and Ekosso are actively engaged in a textual representation of the grievances of the Minority Anglophones and the unfavourable treatment of the woman in a patriarchal setting respectively. Otherness is found as the root cause of power dynamics.
Conference “Problems of Teaching Church Law in Church and Secular Universities” Dedicated to the 5th Anniversary of the Barsov Society
Authors: Волужков Д.В.
Published: June 2024

Статья представляет собой краткое изложение хода конференции «Проблемы преподавания церковного права в церковных и светских вузах», организованной Обществом изучения церковного права им. Т. В. Барсова Санкт-Петербургской Духовной Академии Русской Православной Церкви (Барсовским обществом), состоявшейся в СПбДА 30 января 2024 г. и приуроченной к 5‑летию Общества. Приводятся статистические данные о достижениях Барсовского общества за истекший период, выдержки из приветствий почетных гостей мероприятия, а также названия тем докладов участников конференции. Показано, что данное мероприятие привлекло внимание достаточно большого числа светских специалистов в области права.

The article is a brief review of the conference “Problems of Teaching Church Law in Church and Secular Universities” held by the Barsov Society for the Study of Church Law of St. Petersburg Theological Academy of the Russian Orthodox Church that took place in St. Petersburg on January 30, 2024, and was timed to the 5th anniversary of the Society. Statistical data on the achievements of the Barsov Society over the past period, excerpts from the greetings of the honored guests of the event, as well as the topic titles of the conference participants’ reports are presented. It is shown that this event attracted attention of a fairly large number of secular legal professionals.
2023 is Teacher’s and Mentor’s Year in Russia. The Activity of Individual Mentors in Barnaul Theological Seminary
Authors: Изосимов А.А.
Published: June 2024

Данная статья рассматривает новое направление в деятельности Барнаульской духовной семинарии — тьюторство, которое в духовной семинарии чаще именуется «индивидуальное наставничество». Хотя изначально тьютор — это преподаватель, который проводит дополнительные занятия с одним или несколькими учащимися, студентами, в духовной семинарии деятельность тьютора понимается чуть шире и включает в себя функции, которые раньше входили в сферу деятельности классного руководителя или куратора курса. Информация, предложенная в статье, может быть использована индивидуальными наставниками духовных семинарий Русской Православной Церкви.

This article considers a new direction in the activities of Barnaul Theological Seminary — tutoring, which in seminaries is often referred to as individual mentoring. Although initially a tutor is an instructor or lecturer who conducts additional classes with one or more students, tutor’s activity in theological seminaries is somewhat wider and includes responsibilities that used to be the activity scope of a supervising teacher or a course curator. The information provided can be used by individual mentors in theological seminaries of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Evolution of V. N. Karpov’s Philosophical Ideas in the Context of His Critique of Kant’s “Pure Rationalism”
Authors: Рожин Д.О.
Published: June 2024

Философия профессора Санкт-Петербургской духовной академии Василия Николаевича Карпова до сих пор остается недостаточно изученной, о чем свидетельствуют неоднозначные, а порой и противоречивые исследовательские оценки. Это замечание, в частности, касается связи философских идей Карпова и трансцендентального идеализма Канта. К тому же философия Карпова в историко-философской литературе чаще всего представляется в виде статичной системы. Цель данной статьи — на основании исследования степени влияния теории познания Канта на Карпова в разные периоды его творчества продемонстрировать эволюцию гносеологических взглядов русского философа. В статье используются методы концептуального анализа, исторической реконструкции, асинхронного сравнения и герменевтический метод. На основании анализа сочинений В. Н. Карпова «Введение в философию» (1840), «Систематическое изложение логики» (1856) и «Философский рационализм новейшего времени» (1860) показано, что русский философ за время своей интеллектуальной истории, начиная с 1840 г., изменил отношение к Канту от симпатии с элементами критики в сторону острой критики и неприятия. Выявленный факт эволюции во взглядах Карпова в отношении к Канту не только вскрывает динамику взглядов русского философа в теории познания и их историческую обусловленность, но и открывает перспективу дальнейших исследований всего философского наследия Карпова в эволюционном ключе.

The philosophy of Vasily Nikolaevich Karpov, Professor of St. Petersburg Theological Academy, is still insufficiently studied, as evidenced by ambiguous and sometimes contradictory research assessments. This observation, in particular, concerns the connection between Karpov’s philosophical ideas and Kant’s transcendental idealism. In addition, Karpov’s philosophy in the historic-philosophical resources is most often presented as a static system. The aim of the article is to demonstrate the evolution of the Russian philosopher’s gnoseological views drawing on the study of the degree of influence of Kant’s cognition theory on Karpov in different periods of his career. The methods used are conceptual analysis, historical reconstruction, asynchronous comparison and the hermeneutical method. Drawing on the analysis of Karpov’s works “Introduction to Philosophy” (1840), “Systematic Presentation of Logic” (1856) and “Philosophical Rationalism of Modern Times” (1860), it is shown that during his intellectual history starting in 1840, Karpov changed his attitude towards Kant from sympathy including elements of criticism to acute criticism and rejection. The discovered fact of evolution in Karpov’s views with respect to Kant not only reveals the dynamics of the Russian philosopher’s views in the theory of cognition and their historical conditionality, but also opens the perspective of further research of Karpov’s all philosophical heritage in an evolutionary perspective.
On the Сharacteristics of the Museum Chronicler
Authors: Жуков А.Е.
Published: June 2024

Статья посвящена характеристике одного из ключевых памятников русского летописания XV в. — Музейного летописца. Долгие годы данный текст вызывает оживленные дискуссии в отечественной историографии. Одни исследователи полагают, что в нем отразилась древнейшая редакция Вологодско-Пермской летописи, другие считают, что в данном произведении представлен один из этапов московского великокняжеского летописания. Рассмотрев композицию Музейного летописца, автор приходит к выводу о том, что обе точки зрения являются ошибочными. Действительно, в основу памятника была положена ранняя редакция Вологодско-Пермской летописи. Однако текст последней был существенно изменен. Музейный летописец представляет собой комплекс фрагментов, не связанных хронологически, однако объединенных общей темой становления Московского княжества в качестве центра русских земель и всемирного православия. По мнению исследователя, рассматриваемый памятник мог быть заготовкой для создания более масштабного исторического сочинения. Автор выдвигает гипотезу, что таким произведением мог стать хронограф, содержащий сведения по русской истории, подобно Хронографу 1512 г.

The article is devoted to the characteristics of one of the most important monuments of the Russian chronicle tradition of the 15th century — Museum Chronicler. For many years, this text caused discussion in Russian historiography. Some researchers believe that it reflected the oldest edition of the Vologda-Perm Chronicles, others think that the work presents one of the stages of Moscow Grand Duke chronicle writing. The examining of the composition of the Museum Chronicler resulted in the conclusion that both concepts are wrong. In fact, the monument was based on the early edition of the Vologda-Perm Chronicles. However, the text of the latter was significantly changed. The Museum Chronicler is a complex of passages that are not chronologically ordered, but united by a common theme of transformation of Moscow Principality into the center of the Russian lands and worldwide Orthodoxy. It is very probable that the Museum Chronicler could be a preparation for creating a larger historical work. The hypothesis is put forward that this work could be a chronograph containing information on the Russian history like the Chronograph of 1512.
“I Believed, and therefore I Spoke”: Preaching Activities of the Orthodox Clergy of Perm Diocese in 1960–1980s
Authors: Сапсай А.В.
Published: June 2024

Статья посвящена проповеднической деятельности православного духовенства Пермской епархии в 1960–1980 гг. На основании архивных материалов установлено, что в данный период церковная проповедь была недостаточно активной. Причинами этого было отсутствие у многих священнослужителей духовного образования и их пожилой возраст, а также контроль со стороны Совета по делам религии. Автором статьи выявлено, что в городских храмах все-таки встречались активные проповедники. Одним из них был протоиерей Владимир Платонович Жохов, служивший клириком в Свято-Троицком кафедральном соборе г. Перми с 1961 г. по 1978 г. В данной статье впервые рассматриваются неопубликованные рукописи его проповедей, составленных автором с 1945 г. по 1986 г. Из рукописей мы видим, что во время подготовки проповедей о. Владимир использовал все свои многочисленные таланты: большую начитанность, знание Священного Писания и стихотворчество. Автор статьи делает вывод, что, несмотря на безбожные годы и контроль со стороны уполномоченного Совета по делам религии, некоторые проповедники очень ответственно относились к своему долгу свидетельствовать людям о Христе. Многие из них заботились о содержании своих проповедей, старались быть интересными и нескучными в деле проповеди Слова Божия. Проповедническая деятельность духовенства Пермской епархии в годы государственного атеизма, несомненно, помогала верующим людям чувствовать себя вместе со своими пастырями единой Церковью Христовой.

The article deals with preaching activities of the Orthodox clergy of Perm diocese in 1960– 1980s. Archival materials show that church preaching was not intensive enough in that period. The reasons for that were the lack of theological education among many clergymen, their advanced age, and control on behalf of the Council for Religious Affairs. However it is found out that there were active preachers in urban churches. One of them was Archpriest Vladimir Platonovich Zhokhov, a cleric at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Perm (1961–1978). The article presents the first-time analysis of the unpublished manuscripts of the sermons written by V. P. Zhokhov from 1945 to 1986. From the manuscripts one can see that during his preparation for delivering sermons, Fr. Vladimir used all his numerous talents: great erudition, knowledge of the Holy Scriptures and poetry writing. The conclusion is made that despite the godless years and control by a representative of the Council for Religious Affairs, some preachers took their duty of testifying to people about Christ very seriously. Most of them cared about the content of their sermons, tried to be interesting and not boring when preaching the Word of God. During the years of state atheism, preaching activities of the Perm diocese clergy was undoubtedly helpful for believers to feel together with their pastors as one Church of Christ.
History of Publishing Activities of Lutheran Communities in St. Petersburg: Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ingria in Russia
Authors: Старковская О.А.
Published: June 2024

Одна из крупнейших современных лютеранских церквей нашей страны — Евангелическо-лютеранская церковь Ингрии на территории России (ЕЛЦИ) — была основана в 1992 г. С момента своего основания церковь занимается издательской деятельностью, выпуская как периодические, так и книжные издания на русском языке. Учитывая тот факт, что церковь не занимается коммерческим распространением своих изданий и по этой причине не ведет систематического ретроспективного и текущего библиографического учета издательской продукции, настоящая статья представляет собой наиболее полный книговедческий обзор репертуара изданий ЕЛЦИ за весь период ее существования. Целью обзора является выявление тематических направлений издательской деятельности религиозной организации, а также основных этапов ее развития и особенностей издательской политики. Большинство представленных изданий проанализированы автором de visu. В рамках обзора были рассмотрены также способы взаимодействия ЕЛЦИ с различными фондами и издательствами.

One of the largest modern Lutheran churches in our country, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ingria in Russia was founded in 1992. Since its foundation, the Church has been engaged in publishing activities, releasing both periodicals and books in Russian. In view of the fact that the Church does not distribute its publications commercially and, for this reason, does not maintain a systematic retrospective and current bibliographic record of publishing products, this article appears to be the most complete bibliographic review of the publishing repertoire of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ingria for the entire period of its existence. The purpose of the review is to identify thematic areas of ELCI publishing activities, as well as the main stages of its development and the features of the publishing policy. Most of the publications presented in the review have been analyzed de visu by the author. Within the review, methods of interaction between the Church and various foundations and publishing houses were also considered.
The Problem of Objectivity of Human Conceptions of God in the Theology of St. Maximus the Confessor Based on Ambigua 19 and Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59 (Part 2)
Authors: Елиманов В.Е.
Published: June 2024

Вторая часть статьи посвящена анализу Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59, где прп. Максим Исповедник отвечает на вопрос, каким образом и при каких условиях человеческие рассуждения о Боге могут объективно выражать Его бытие и сообщаемое Им откровение. При анализе особое внимание было уделено антропологическим взглядам прп. Максима. В результате исследования Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59 выявлено, что прп. Максим определяет дискурсивное богословие, то есть исследование смыслов (λόγοι) Божественного откровения, касающихся «спасения души», как богочеловеческое богословие. Активное «исследование» (ἐκζήτησις) и «изыскивание» (ἐξερεύνησις) смыслов Божественного откровения должно в конечном счете привести богослова к тому, чтобы он предоставил Богу Самому «мыслить» его «умом» (νοῦς) и «рассуждать» его «разумом» (λόγος). По мысли прп. Максима, при подлинном дискурсивном богословии, совершаемом «в Духе» (ἐν πνεύματι), то есть с содействием Божиим, Бог Сам «движет» (κινεῖ) «мыслящей и разумной силами души» богослова. Поскольку в этом случае субъектом мышления и рассуждения разумной души человека становится Сам Бог, то такое мышление и рассуждение о Боге и спасении души становится объективным и истинным. Сравнительный анализ взглядов прп. Максима на природу дискурсивного богословия и пророческих видéний показал их внутреннее смысловое единство. В заключении статьи на основании анализа Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59 приводится определение богословского метода.

Part 2 of the article is devoted to the analysis of Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59, in which St. Maxim the Confessor answers the question of how and under what conditions human reasoning about God can objectively express His being and the revelation communicated by Him. Special attention is paid to the anthropological views of St. Maxim. The study of Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59 reveals that St. Maximus defines discursive theology, i. e. the study of the meanings (λόγοι) of the Divine revelation concerning the “salvation of the soul”, as God-human theology. Active “research” (ἐκζήτησις) and “investigation” (ἐξερεύνησις) of the meanings of the Divine revelation should finally make the theologian allow God himself to “think” with his own «mind» (νοῦς) and to “make judgements” with his own “reason” (λόγος). According to St. Maxim, in genuine discursive theology done “in the Spirit” (ἐν πνεύματι), i. e. with the assistance of God, God Himself “moves” (κινεῖ) the “thinking and reasoning forces of the soul” of the theologian. Since in this case God Himself becomes the thinking and reasoning subject of the rational soul of man, such thinking and reasoning about God and salvation of the soul becomes objective and true. Comparative analysis of the views of St. Maxim on the nature of discursive theology and prophetic visions shows their inner semantic unity. Based on the analysis of Quaestiones ad Thalassium 59, the conclusion results in a definition of the theological method.
On Church Law, Divine Right and the Principle of Legality: Round Table of the Barsov Society, September 29, 2023
Authors: Задорнов А.В. , Волужков Д.В. , Гайденко П.И. , Митрофанов А.Ю. , Хохлов А.А.
Published: June 2024

В статье представлены материалы круглого стола, посвященного 170‑летию со дня присуждения еп. Иоанну (Соколову; 1818–1869) степени доктора богословия за исследование «Опыт церковного законоведения», который состоялся 29 сентября 2023 года в Санкт-Петербургской духовной академии. Мероприятие было организовано Обществом изучения церковного права им. Т. В. Барсова Санкт-Петербургской Духовной Академии Русской Православной Церкви (Барсовское общество). Полностью представлены установочные тезисы модератора — Д. В. Волужкова, а также комментарии, с которыми выступили участники дискуссии. Показано, что из ряда вопросов, вынесенных на обсуждение, исследователи сосредоточили свое внимание на двух основных — Божественное право и принцип законности. Делается вывод, что круглый стол послужил мощным толчком для активизации научной дискуссии по вопросам, ранее в таком объеме и такой глубине не выносившимся в Барсовском обществе на обсуждение.

The article presents some materials of the round table devoted to the 170th anniversary of awarding the degree of Doctor of Theology to Bishop John (Sokolov; 1818–1869) for his research “The Experience of Church Law Making”, which took place on September 29, 2023 at St. Petersburg Theological Academy. The event was held by the Barsov Society for the Study of Church Law of St. Petersburg Theological Academy of the Russian Orthodox Church. The introductory theses of the moderator D. V. Voluzhkov, as well as comments made by the panelists are presented in full. It is shown that of the range of issues presented for discussion, the researchers focused their attention on the two main ones — Divine right and the principle of legality. The conclusion is made that the round table turned out to be a powerful impetus for revitalization of scientific discussion on the issues that had not previously been brought up for discussions of the Barsov Society in such scope and depth.
Nilai Dakwah “Tradisi Syawalan” di Masyarakat Desa Pendowo Harjo Kecamatan Mekarti Jaya Kabupaten Banyuasin
Authors: Safitri Juwi , Nuraida Nuraida , Hamandia Muhammad Randicha
Published: June 2024

Syawalan merupakan tradisi yang menjadi kebiasaan bagi mayarakat Indonesia, walaupun hakekatnya tradisi ini datang setelah muncul inisiatif dari beberapa kalangan ulama terdahulu sebagai tradisi untuk mengemban amanah keagamaan yaitu dalam bentuk silaturahim. Perayaan ini disebut sebagai lebaran ketupat oleh masyarakat umum.  khususnya Warga pendowo Harjo, menganggap bahwa tradisi Syawalan menjadi salah satu simbol kebudayaan yang khas dan masih dilestarikan hingga sekarang. Mayoritas warga pendowo Harjo percaya bahwa perayaan tradisi Syawalan ini dilakukan sebagai salah satu wujud syukur. Simbol ketupat dalam perayaan tersebut memiliki makna sebagai wujud permintaan maaf, sebagaimana ketupat menurut tradisi Jawa yang berarti ngaku lepat atau mengakui kesalahan (Misbah). Dalam praktiknya, ditemukkan bahwa masyarakat pendowo Harjo memiliki pemaknaan yang berbeda-beda dan beragam tentang tradisi Syawalan yang dilihat dari simbol-simbol budaya di dalamnya. Tujuan penelitian untuk 1) mengetahui bagaimana proses tradisi syawalan di Desa Pendowo Harjo, Kecamatan Makarti Jaya Kabupaten Banyuasin, dan 2) mengetahui bagaimana Nilai dakwah dalam tradisi syawalan di desa Pendowo Harjo Kecamatan Makarti Jaya Kabupaten Banyuasin. Penelitian ini ditulis menggunakan Metode kualitatif degan teknik penulisan metode Penelitian deskriptif. Penelitian ini menghasilkan 1) Proses pelaksaaan tradisi Syawalan yaitu persiapan, pelaksaan dan perlengkapan. Di dalam tradisi Syawalan masyarakat desa pendowo harjo ini mayoritas dari tahun sebelum-sebelumnya menu untuk kegiatan tradisi Syawalan ini tidak ada yang berubah mungkin ada sedikit tambahan menu. 2) Nilai dakwah di dalam tradisi Syawalan ini yaitu nilai aqidah, ibadah dan akhlak. Nilai aqidah (keimanan), yaitu nilai yang menempatkan iman pada posisi yang paling dasar nilai ibadah yaitu di mana tata peribadahan di kenalkan sejak dini agar tumbuh menjadi manusia yang taat, dan nilai akhlak yaitu di mana mencakup nilai-nilai kesopanan dan tata krama seseorang.
Pengaruh Pola Komunikasi Organisasi Terhadap Persepsi Mahasiswa Tentang Efektivitas Kinerja Himpunan Mahasiswa Jurusan (HMJ) di Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara
Authors: Ryazinharwa Hayrasyirah , Safitri Dian Nova , Pratiwi Tria , Andini Sri Wahyu , Santoso Bagus , Harahap Nursapiah
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas kinerja himpunan mahasiswa jurusan di UINSU terhadap mahasiswa Ilmu Komunikasi dan untuk memahami bagaimana pola komunikasi organisasi mempengaruhi persepsi mahasiswa tentang efektivitas kinerja himpunan mahasiswa jurusan di UINSU. Data penelitian dikumpulkan melalui survei yang diberikan kepada mahasiswa jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi di Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kuesioner online yang diberikan kepada mahasiswa semester IV jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi di Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatra Utara. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata persepsi mahasiswa terhadap efektivitas kinerja HMJ termasuk dalam kategori sangat baik, dengan persentase 86% untuk kepuasan terhadap program kerja dan keterlibatan mahasiswa, 79% untuk efektivitas komunikasi, serta 75% untuk manfaat kegiatan bagi pengembangan diri.
Pengaruh Mahasiswa terhadap Perkembangan Islam di Era Modern
Authors: Cahyariata Abril Berliando , Ramadhan Thareeq Ziad , Fatahillah Muhammad Panandito , Pradana Jauhari Achmad , Adam Naufal , Amanan Rizqi , Mozi Muhammad Farhan Adinata
Published: June 2024

Adanya teknologi yang semakin canggih pasti sudah tidak asing lagi di era modern seperti saat ini. Hal ini sangat mempengaruhi kehidupan umat Islam dan mempengaruhi peningkatan peradaban dunia internasional pada umumnya dari masa klasik hingga era modern. Di sisi lain, orang-orang Eropa, yang sebelumnya hidup di masa kegelapan dan belajar tentang Islam, secara perlahan dan konsisten mengembangkan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi, yang pada akhirnya membentuk peradaban modern. Peningkatan kualitas sumber daya manusia kita sangat dianjurkan untuk dapat mengikuti perkembangan negara lain dalam IPTEK. Setiap masyarakat selalu berubah dan berkembang, dan perubahan tersebut akan berlaku pada semua masyarakat terkhususnya mahasiswa, di mana pun mereka berada. Perubahan kadang-kadang terjadi secara serentak. Sebagai mahasiswa yang berpegang teguh pada ajaran islam  dan yang paham akan IPTEK harus menyikapi perkembangan dan perubahan ini dengan bijak.