|
|
Symbolism and visual rhetoric of the Borobudur temple in the context of modern era
Pyšová, Michaela ; Petrů, Tomáš (advisor) ; Pokorný, Ondřej (referee)
Michaela Pyšová 2016 SYMBOLISM AND VISUAL RHETORIC OF THE JAVANESE BUDDHIST TEMPLE BOROBUDUR bachelor thesis Abstract The bachelor thesis deals with the Javanese Buddhist monument Borobudur, which is due to its unique architectural form and the symbolic value of the tangible important part of Indonesian and World Heritage Site. The building is a symbol of Buddhist cosmology and is used by the monks in its original ritual context even today. Javanese mentality evolved according to the transformation of religious and philosophical doctrines and changes over the centuries, similarly understanding the message of the monument by islamized contemporary society. Introduction of thesis defines cultural-historical context of Borobudur during the period ranging from the beginnings of Buddhism in India through dissemination of buddhist teachings in the Indonesian archipelago and its mingling with the local faith. The next part of thesis refers to the architecture of the monument, reliefs and message of the importance of overlapping structures into modern times. The goal of the analysis is primarily analysis of Javanese temple architecture as an ideological system that expresses the philosophical values of Buddhist culture spilling over into modern times.
|
|
|
Circumcision in Indonesian archipelago from an anthropological perspective
Svobodová, Kateřina ; Pokorný, Ondřej (advisor) ; Petrů, Tomáš (referee)
The aim of this thesis is to introduce phenomena of woman and man circumcision in historical and culture context in Indonesian archipelago. First part is about theoretical perception of circumcision. I will focus mostly on typology, history and geography. Second part will be about circumcision in Indonesia. Firstly I will concentrate on history of circumcision in the archipelago, which is known due to notes of Europe missioners during colonialist period. Then I will describe the most important reasons, which are religion and initiation. After that I will target on circumcision in present Indonesia and on social and culture impact caused by this practice. Last, but not least I will describe selected ethnics which still practice man circumcision.
|
|
|
Transformation of traditional Balinese architecture building in the course of the 20th century
Šenkyříková, Nikol ; Pokorný, Ondřej (advisor) ; Petrů, Tomáš (referee)
The Bachelor thesis deals with the development and changes of Balinese vernacular architecture in the 20th century. This thesis is supported by my own field research which was realized through semi- structured interviews. The main aim of this work is to objectively assess the extent to which during the last century the concept of a traditional architecture on the island of Bali has been distinguished from its original form. I focused not only to changes of construction but also in terms of religion and the relationship between human and his dwelling. For comparison, I have chosen four houses from different time periods. The first of these houses is maintained in its original form and works as an open-air museum. The second and third house are still retaining the original construction but the design has been modernized and there are also some innovations that undermine the principles based on traditional methodology Asta Kosala Kosali. The last building is a modern town house which has been already significantly diverged but also there are some original features, for example decorations or sacred spaces. Comparing these four objects I am referring to changes in terms of Asta Kosala Kosali, thereby the concept of the traditional Balinese house brings me to the current situation of construction of Balinese...
|
|
|
Traditional Indonesian shadow theater wayang in the context of modern era
Hankeová, Kateřina ; Petrů, Tomáš (advisor) ; Pokorný, Ondřej (referee)
This thesis is dedicated to traditional Indonesian wayang theater and its change in modern times. The goal is to describe this change and appraise the actual state of this ancient theater, which deals mainly with traditional epics and thus, very old views of the world, emotions and life itself. Wayang gives us a very valuable insight to the past, and points out the timelessness of human feelings and desires. How do people in the modern globalising world and in a society where Islam is becoming increasingly radical, perceive the tradition of wayang? In the first part I focus on the description of puppets, its characters, dalang, repertoire of the theater, course of the performance, its cultural-religious context, rituals connected with the theater, music accompanying the performance and also the scene itself. In the second part I focus on the summary of answers, results and analysis of the research from local inhabitants' perception of wayang theater. Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)
|
|
|
The I La Galigo Epic Cycle and Its Role in the Life of Bugis
Růžičková, Gabriela ; Petrů, Tomáš (advisor) ; Pokorný, Ondřej (referee)
This work represents one of the longest and most important literary works in the world - the Bugis epic cycle I La Galigo. The actual work is not only notable for its composition, but also its content, which includes history, mythology, technical explications, magical formulas, medical treatises, epic poetry and patterns of conduct. To this day, creation of this epic first passed orally and later in writing cannot be dated with certainty. But we know that it was considered sacred and played an extremely important role in the life of Bugis.
|
|
|
History of Indonesian Spice Trade
Hrnčířová, Zuzana ; Pokorný, Ondřej (advisor) ; Petrů, Tomáš (referee)
The aim of this work is to summarize all the important points in the history of Indonesian spice trade led by Europeans. In the introduction is geographical definition, as well as a general description of the various kinds of spices exported from Indonesia. Following a major part devoted to the history of the trade with this commodity, from early Portuguese business contacts to the Dutch Golden Age spice trade. Then the focuse are the Dutch, who consequently held a leadership role in trading. The conclusion of the work summarizes the reasons of the decline in demand for spices in the 19th century and thus concludes the period of prosperity and profit from the sale of this trading article.
|
|
|
The issue of abortions in Indonesia
Horčičková, Jana ; Pokorný, Ondřej (advisor) ; Petrů, Tomáš (referee)
Jana Horčičková, Problematika potratů v Indonésii Abstract: This thesis identifies and defines the basic framework of termination of pregnancy with a focus on attitude towards abortion in the Indonesian society. In the introduction is mentioned general background of this issue from the perspective of Indonesian multi-religious society, which has historically evolved from the animist cults through thecolonial regime toa democratic organization of the state.Further, there are other topics on the current status of abortion in Indonesia, a description of the valid legislative framework and public attitudes to issues related to induced abortion. The aim is to provide acomprehensive overview of the current aspects of pregnancy termination and indicate possible trends of development with an emphasis on the modernization of society as well as the impact of new medical technologies, including prevention possibilities.
|
|
|
Integration Courses: Last Stage of Swedish Efforts to Incorporate Immigrants
Pokorný, Ondřej ; Rovná, Lenka (advisor) ; Hořejšová, Tereza (referee)
The diploma thesis Integration Courses: Last Stage of Swedish Efforts to Incorporate Immigrants analyzes integration arrangements in the context of the evolution of Swedish integration policies. Through theoretical models of incorporation the author argues that use of these courses is a consequence of various factors with a lack of immigrants' incorporation and increasing welfare state activation as the most significant. The process of welfare state activation does not focus exclusively on the immigrants, nevertheless, in the policy area of immigrant integration some of the activation features are most visible. The modern state delegates much more duties on individuals who can not rely on its protecting hands as they were used to earlier. As the state requires more from all its citizens, immigrants are expected to strive for their integration more pro-actively. The participation in the integration courses belongs to one of the duties the immigrants must accept. The Swedish approach is, however, a bit specific, since the courses' participation is not mandatory for all immigrants but a targeted group of newcomers. Moreover, the courses differ considerably from the general tendency in Western Europe with their stressed focus on labour-market related integration measures. Together with a language...
|
|
|
Tribotechnical diagnostics of oils
Pokorný, Ondřej ; Frýza, Josef (referee) ; Svoboda, Petr (advisor)
The purpose of this bachelor’s thesis is compile an overview of currently used sensors for real-time oil analysis. The paper contains a record of knowlenge in field of wear and tribotechnical sensors and determines the appropiate behavior of the tribological system for predictive maintenance. In the next part of the thesis are evaluated the introduced sensors and with help of obtained informations is assembled diagnostic for monitoring the state of gearbox of wind power plants.
|
|
|
Georgius Josephus Camel and his Work: Jesuit Bohemics of an Ethnobotanical Charcter in SE Asia in the 17th ant 18th Centuries
Pokorný, Ondřej ; Kašpar, Oldřich (advisor) ; Halbich, Marek (referee) ; Hlúšek, Radoslav (referee)
The main objective of the work is to expand the state of knowledge on the early contacts of the Czech lands with the area of SE Asia, e.g. the missionary Georgius Josephus Camel. In the introduction of the work, the author evaluates the current state of knowledge of the topic. A brief historical excursion follows into the more general issue of the European presence in SE Asia and the history of the Society of Jesus in the Lands of the Bohemian Crown and in the Philippines. Other chapters deal with the significance of the mission itself, the requirement of everyday mission activity and using archival materials come closer to the milieu in which the missionaries lived. A brief introduction to the history of botany with a look at the area of SE Asia then concludes the first part of the work. The second part of the work is devoted to the figure of G. J. Camel, a missionary from the Czech provenance of the Society of Jesus, who at the turn of the eighteenth century worked in the Philippines. A detailed biography informs on the important events of his life and predominantly then on his botanical, pharmacological and ethnobotanical interest. Other chapters describe Camel's contacts with preeminent scientists of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, the importance of his work in the period context and also a...
|
guest ::
RSS feed.