Marxist Theory: Alienation, Materialism, and Class Struggle
Ideology: Enthusiasm and Scientific Knowledge
According to Marx, all human beings have an ideology, which is based on ideas or representations, true or false, of the society in which they live. If the ideology is based on perceptions and experiences that are partial or distorted from reality, and not on scientific activity, it will be shaped by false representations. Consequently, the reality and the conditions under which men develop are, in time, falsified. In that case, although these ideas imagine
Read MoreMedieval Spanish Literature: Forms, Authors, and Works
Key Features of Medieval Literature
Literature creates a fictional and believable world. It makes aesthetic use of language intentionally. Its function is to amuse, entertain, and communicate ideas. Communication is delayed (no dialog). The context is very important to understand the work. Its formal channels are verse and prose. Frequent use of stylistic devices (metaphor, hyperbaton, etc.) occurs. Genres include epic or narrative, lyric, and dramatic (plus didactic in the 18th century). Until the
Read MoreSpanish Literature: 1898 Generation to Avant-Garde
Representatives of the Generation of ’98
Miguel de Unamuno: In his first novel, Peace in War, he realistically portrays reality. However, in his subsequent writings, such as Nivola, he joins philosophy with literature and is concerned with Spain and the struggle between faith and reason. Among his highlights are Nivola, La Tía Tula, Abel Sánchez, Fog, and San Manuel Bueno, Martyr.
Pío Baroja: He starts from realism but introduces renovating elements. He participates in the action and introduces
Read MoreThomas Aquinas: Philosophy, Theology, and Political Thought
Thomas Aquinas: Proof of God’s Existence
To prove the existence of God, Thomas Aquinas proposed several demonstrations, which he called “tracks.” Some of these are:
- The Argument from Motion: Things are in motion, and everything that moves requires a mover to initiate it. This first unmoved mover is God.
- The Argument from Efficient Cause: All existing beings have an efficient cause that created them. This uncaused cause is God.
- The Argument from Necessity: Since everything around us exists and then ceases
Textual Cohesion: Lexical and Grammatical Procedures
These are mechanisms that provide a continuity of meaning from the text of the meanings of the main procedures for granting words. The lexical cohesion to a text are repetition, reiteration, and association.
Repetition
This is the exact replica of the same word or expression in different parts of the text.
Reiteration
The meaning of a term is repeated through different words or expressions. The reiteration may contain synonyms (words that are different but have similar or identical meanings) or hypernyms
Read MoreRenaissance Music: Key Concepts and History
What Does Renaissance Mean?
Renaissance means “rebirth.” It signifies a return to classical standards, placing humans at the center of the universe. This period saw a spectacular development of the arts.
What Inspired the Renaissance?
The Renaissance was inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity.
Which Fields Did the Renaissance Cover?
The Renaissance encompassed architecture, painting, literature, philosophy, and music.
How Are Renaissance Artists Known?
Renaissance artists are known as humanists.
Who Were the
Read MoreKey Terms in Linguistics and Translation
English Definitions
- Translate: To change words into a different language or to decide that words, behavior, or actions mean a particular thing.
- Translation: Something which is translated, or the process of translating something, from one language to another.
- Language: A system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar, or the system of communication used by the people of a particular country or profession.
- Culture: The way of life, especially the general customs and beliefs, of a particular
Religion, Law, and Calendar in Ancient Rome
Religion in Ancient Rome
The Pietas
The Romans granted great importance to religion in both private and public life.
Practical Sense
The Romans had an eminently pragmatic sense of religion.
Formalism
The quasi-contractual approach to religion is manifested in a formalistic and scrupulous practice of the rites and formulas: always precise gestures and words.
Conservatism
In religion, as in other facets of their mindset, the Romans were deeply conservative, especially the working classes.
Openness
By practicing
Read MoreArtistic Gymnastics: History, Definition, and Key Features
Introduction to Artistic Gymnastics
This paper focuses on the key themes of artistic gymnastics, a subject covered in the second evaluation of Physical Education. This brief explanation will define the sport, review its origins and modern resurgence, discuss its characteristics and classifications, and finally, list the websites where the majority of information needed to make this work was obtained.
Definition of Artistic Gymnastics
Gymnastics, also called artistic gymnastics, is a sport practiced
Read MoreStock Market Indices and Monetary Policy: Understanding the Basics
Individual Stock Market Indices
Individual stock market indices in each bag define a general index that measures the performance of a representative set of values. When each session finishes, the overall index indicates whether purchases or sales have prevailed. In Spain, the stock index is the IBEX-35, which represents the 35 largest companies listed on Spanish stock exchanges.
The Stock Market
The stock market is a public service whose function is to facilitate the various negotiations of the values
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