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#ResearchTheme Biblical Studies For millennia the biblical texts have stood at the heart of societal issues, theological reflection, and scholarly debate. Their legacy affects modern laws, attitudes, politics, arts and sciences, and world faiths. Here at Nottingham we take an interdisciplinary approach to Biblical Studies, combining close textual readings with insights from ancient Near Eastern and ancient Mediterranean history, archaeology, gender and feminist studies, classics, textual criticism, philosophy, and the arts, to explore what ancient Jewish and Christian texts meant to their original audiences, how they developed, and how they have inspired and influenced the traditions that came after them. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eC9ms5-9 #WeAreUoN #TRS #Research The research themes are inspired by the research interests of our staff and as a result may change for reasons of, for example, research developments or legislative changes. The research themes displayed here are an example of typical research themes, not a definitive list.

𝑉𝑖𝑟𝑡𝑢𝑠: 𝐽𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑜𝑓 𝑁𝑜𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑆𝑡𝑢𝑑𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 We solicit original research articles on any aspect of the history of the nobility, from the medieval period to the present. 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝑽𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒔. 𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝒐𝒇 𝑵𝒐𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒊𝒆𝒔 is an independent and multidisciplinary peer-reviewed journal with contributions on all aspects of the history of the nobility. The journal aims at providing a multilingual (English and Dutch) forum for academic exchange and discussion of research and ideas in the field of the history of nobility and related areas of study, such as genealogy, heraldry, court studies and castellology. Virtus publishes original research from historians, art historians, sociologists, archaeologists, architectural historians, literary scholars and all others who write about noble elites, nobility and knighthood. Its focus encompasses a variety of analytical perspectives, including (but not limited to) cultural, political, social and economic approaches, as well as gender, identity and material culture. Virtus was founded by the Stichting Werkgroep Adelsgeschiedenis in 2003, and is published by Uitgeverij Verloren, Hilversum, the Netherlands in collaboration with University of Groningen Press. 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 This journal provides Gold Open Access in English and Green Open Access in Dutch (delay 12 months) to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 The editorial board welcomes manuscripts reporting original research or interpretations (in English, Dutch or German) from a wide range of fields relating to the history of noble elites. Virtus comprises full (peer-reviewed) research articles, historiographical essays, shorter (report-type) contributions and book reviews, meant to engage scholars and general readers alike. Full articles are typically 8.000 words (including footnotes) and short articles 5.000 words. Book reviews should be no longer than 2.000 words. Manuscripts should be sent to the editor, Liesbeth Geevers (elisabeth.geevers@hist.lu.se) Download the complete author guidelines in Dutch [https://lnkd.in/er7dc6_U] (PDF) or in English [https://lnkd.in/eqaSNxff] (PDF). For more information see www.virtusjournal.org

Speaking next month at JNU on "Ethnographic and Ethnocentric Narratives in Modern Indian Literature" with focus on Colonial Modernity and Colonial Historiography in Eastern Indian (Bangla, Odia) and North Eastern Indian (Axomiya, Karbi and English) Writings. This is my fifth research seminar presentation at JNU on Mediaeval Epic Literature / Modern Indian Literature (2016, 2017, 2019, February 2024, and November 2024). #modernindianliterature #comparativeliterature #ethnographicwriting #NorthEastWriting #ModernOdialiterature #ModernBanglaliterature #ModernAxomiyaliterature #Tribe #Colonialhistory #Ethinicidentity #Culturalanthropology

NCERT Revises History Books for Class 12 Students The recent revisions made by the National Council for Education Research and Training (NCERT) to the history textbooks for Class 12 students, particularly concerning the origins and decline of the Harappan Valley civilization, reflect a significant shift in perspective based on recent archaeological and genetic studies. News: https://goo.su/xzwD9 National Council of Educational Research and Training ( NCERT ) #historytextbooks #HarappanValleycivilization #archaeologicalsources #archaeologicalsources #Harappansociety #politicalstructures

Civilization is a word that is muddled with a sordid history. According to National Geographic: "Most historians, anthropologists, and archaeologists working today feel that the word is problematic because of the way the label has been used to set up harmful oppositions among world societies, with 'civilized' societies being seen as superior to 'non-civilized' societies... "To understand why scholars are careful with the word civilization, and why people disagree about what it means, it helps to get back to its etymological root. The word 'civilization' relates to the Latin word 'civitas' or 'city.' This is why the most literal definition of the word 'civilization' is 'a society made up of cities.' The word 'civilization' was first used in France in the mid-eighteenth century, but it was not used to categorize societies. By the late 1700s, scholars started applying criteria to what made a society 'civilized.' In general, they believed that: civilizations are urban rather than nomadic; there is a division of labor; agriculture, science, technology, commerce, literature, and art are developed; class structure and government exist... "Early in the development of the term, historians and others used labels such as 'civilization' and 'civilized society' broadly to differentiate between societies they found culturally superior and those they found culturally inferior. Well into the twentieth century and even today, most of the people who wrote about civilization or civilizations in their published papers and books are white males of European ancestry. Their concept of what constitutes a civilization was widely accepted." Check out the full article here:  https://lnkd.in/g6rwxYUi CIVILIZATION noun the stage of human social and cultural development and organization that is considered most advanced #WOTD #wordoftheday #civilization

Vaastu science history - EPISODE 1 ENGLISH Full video link https://lnkd.in/gcNDFuEM

2024 marks the 10th jubilee anniversary of the Matenadaran Annual Youth #Conference. The conference demonstrated its efficacy and high standard. Considering its nature and significance as well as the pivotal role of the Mashtots Matenadaran in Armenian medieval studies, we decided to broaden the focus of the conference. Starting from this year it will take place under the updated name of the ‘’Matenadaran Conference on Medieval Studies’’ For its 10th edition, within the premises of the Mashtots Matenadaran, this international conference with a focus on medieval studies will welcome scholars from various scientific and educational institutions both in Armenia and beyond. It provides remarkable opportunity for researchers specializing in different areas of Armenian studies to present their ongoing or completed research and to develop joint research projects, among other activities. The Matenadaran Conference on Medieval Studies is scheduled for November 28th to 30th,2024. The thematic guidelines of the conference are: - Manuscript studies and history of scriptoria - Source studies, historiography - History of Armenian language - History of Armenian literature - Art history - Oriental studies - Theology, religious studies. To apply for participation: 1. Prior to September 10th of the current year, the applicant should send to the conference organizing committee the abstract of the report spanning 350-400 words which includes the topic of the report, the full name of the applicant and the affiliated institution if any (independent researchers are also welcome). Abstracts should state the core concept of the report and outline the objectives of the study. The abstracts should be sent to matenadaranmedievalstudiesconf@gmail.com. 2. The applicants will be informed about the selection of the topics by October 15 of this year. ATTENTION: Due to the high number of applications, priority will be given to topics focusing on medieval studies and those showcasing academic novelty. Organizing Committee of the Matenadaran Conference on Medieval Studies

📚 RSVP NOW - FREE Reading Group: 'Sexuality and Power in the Ancient World' with Yentl Love!! ✨ This reading group will aim to discuss how Queer Theory has enabled a radical re-evaluation of the LGBTQIA+ community alongside other minority groups, through both the study and teaching of Ancient World History. This course will first introduce participants to the main concepts of Queer Theory, in particular the central contradictory approaches of Constructivism vs Essentialism, and Queer Theory’s discussions of the societal power imbalance. Subsequently, this will be applied to the Ancient World, taking the participants through diverse historical objects and literature, from Ancient Egypt tombs, to Ancient Greek pottery, and Near Eastern texts. Each session will focus on a specific aspect of Queerness found in the Ancient World, and will be discussed alongside diverse and potentially contradictory modern scholarship, ancient artefacts and literature, and supporting aspects of Queer Theory. Participants will approach key ancient artefacts, including sculpture, pottery, reliefs, and tombs, alongside ancient literature, and see how an original scholarly interpretation has been developed through employing alternative consideration from a Queer Theoretical perspective. 🗓 Mondays @ 11 am EDT, June 17th - July 15th ➡️ RSVP REQUIRED: https://lnkd.in/gDRUyFnf 💕 SASA Summer 2024 Reading Groups are a generous grant from the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation. #Education #Archaeology #Educational #EducationMatters #EducationForAll #ClassicalStudies #School #Leadership #Knowledge #Learning #Historic #KnowledgeIsPower #Teaching #Archeology #CareerDevelopment #Resources #Archaeologist #AncientCivilization #AncientHistory #AncientWorld #History #FYP #RomanEmpire #Egypt #AncientEgypt #ClassicalStudies #Rome #AncientGreece #QueerTheory #LGBTQIA #Queer

📚 LAST CHANCE TO RSVP - FREE Reading Group: 'Sexuality and Power in the Ancient World' with Yentl Love (@queerclassicist)!! ✨ This reading group will aim to discuss how Queer Theory has enabled a radical re-evaluation of the LGBTQIA+ community alongside other minority groups, through both the study and teaching of Ancient World History. This course will first introduce participants to the main concepts of Queer Theory, in particular the central contradictory approaches of Constructivism vs Essentialism, and Queer Theory’s discussions of the societal power imbalance. Subsequently, this will be applied to the Ancient World, taking the participants through diverse historical objects and literature, from Ancient Egypt tombs, to Ancient Greek pottery, and Near Eastern texts. Each session will focus on a specific aspect of Queerness found in the Ancient World, and will be discussed alongside diverse and potentially contradictory modern scholarship, ancient artefacts and literature, and supporting aspects of Queer Theory. Participants will approach key ancient artefacts, including sculpture, pottery, reliefs, and tombs, alongside ancient literature, and see how an original scholarly interpretation has been developed through employing alternative consideration from a Queer Theoretical perspective. 🗓 Mondays @ 11 am EST, June 17th - July 15th ➡️ RSVP REQUIRED: https://lnkd.in/gDRUyFnf 💕 SASA Summer 2024 Reading Groups are a generous grant from the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation. #Education #Archaeology #Educational #EducationMatters #EducationForAll #ClassicalStudies #School #Knowledge #Learning #Historic #KnowledgeIsPower #Teaching #Archeology #CareerDevelopment #Resources #Archaeologist #AncientCivilization #AncientHistory #AncientWorld #History #FYP #RomanEmpire #Egypt #AncientEgypt #ClassicalStudies #Rome #AncientGreece #QueerTheory #LGBTQIA #Queer

School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences appoints new heads across multiple academic units. | Click below to read the full article on Sunalei