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Horses in the Woodland Realm

Historically, the Silvan Elves that dwelt in Greenwood the Great, prior to the coming of their Sindar rulers, had no desire or reason to keep horses. Horses were neither necessary nor practical for travel within their dense woodlands, and the Silvans did not journey frequently enough from their home territory to require them. As peaceful Elves, they also had all the stamina and time in the world to walk leisurely to their destinations.

Even with the arrival of the would-be King Oropher and his brethren, there were only a handful of Sindar who brought horses along with them, and continued the practice of riding as a means of transport, whether for recreation or warfare. In the Second Age, the most skilled of these horse-riders was the Crown Prince Thranduil.

Thranduil, the Great Rider

Thranduil grew up in Doriath among the Sindar, an environment where horse riding was not a very common practice.

It was not until he participated in the War of Wrath and trained as a soldier amongst the Vanyar and Noldor, did he learn to be around and ride horses.

(Note: Thranduil's participation in this war is a controversial headcanon and a massive deal that doesn't get addressed enough. It needs its own separate, in-depth discussion--or two or three!)

For his valor during the war, Thranduil was gifted by his commanders with the orphaned horse he rode during the later battles, a great stallion that originated from Valinor, carried across the sea with the Host of the West. He named the horse Raindal, meaning "wandering feet".

As a creature of Valinor, Raindal was blessed with extraordinarily long life and vigor, similar to that of Elves. The steed accompanied Thranduil throughout his widespread travels and adventures early in the Second Age, and carried him to Greenwood when Oropher and his kin migrated out of Lindon in c. SA 750.

Thranduil commanded the forces that cleansed Greenwood from the encroachment of orcs and evil creatures that had survived the Great War (see related HCs here).

He made such a fearsome, terrible vision in hunting down the foul beasts, astride his great horse, that the Silvan Elves thought he might have been Oromë himself coming to their aid.

During the Second Age, many Greenwood Elves referred to their new Prince reverently as "The Great Rider".

Sadly, Thranduil's 1,700-year friendship with Raindal came to an end when the great horse perished during the Sack of Eregion, a battle in which Thranduil fought to rescue the elleth he loved, Lady Maereth. Later on, opponents of his betrothal to Maereth claimed it was an ill-foreboding sign that he should not marry her.

Despite mating with countless different mares over the centuries, Raindal never successfully sired offspring.

After the loss of Raindal, Thranduil never kept or claimed another horse of his own. For the rest of the Second Age, he rode only in certain times of need, and never using the same animal.

Thranduil only found a replacement for Raindal when he discovered the first of his elks, a one-of-a-kind species never before seen in Rhovanion or perhaps all of Middle-earth. He named the elk Alvar, meaning "good fortune", considering the creature a gift from the Valar themselves.

Henceforth that particular breed of elk became known as the "King's Elk", and was bred and raised exclusively to be the mount of the Elvenking of the Woodland Realm.

(Note: A detailed history of Thranduil and his elk, and the characteristics of the "King's Elk" will be discussed in future headcanons, since it is also a lengthy topic!)

The finding of Alvar factored heavily into Thranduil's decision to join the Last Alliance of Elves and Men (which then pushed Oropher to ride into war), and was instrumental in his survival of the bloody battles.

Alvar lived up until TA 318 to an estimated age of about 400 years old. The great steed was replaced by his offspring sired with a native Greenwood elk, a crossbreeding effort overseen by Thranduil's young son, Prince Gelir. (referenced in the fanfic "Greenleaf's Day Out")

Mirkwood's Ties with the Rohirrim Ancestors

Very early in the Third Age, horses were bred and kept by the Greenwood Elves in small numbers, for the main purpose of travel outside of the Woodland Realm to other kingdoms.

Because most Silvans seldom ventured beyond Woodland territory, such travel was primarily done by the Royal Family and their retinue.

However, the Greenwood breeds at that time, which descended from native wild horses in the eastern plains of Rhovanion, struggled to meet the rigorous work often required by Thranduil and his elder sons.

Greenwood horses were smaller, gentler, and not physically built for warfare, charging, or enduring over long distances.

Thranduil and his elder sons, Crown Prince Mirion and Prince Tuhrir, were all over seven feet tall, and the princes inherited the heavy warrior builds of their Noldorin ancestors from the First Age. As they grew older and stronger and heavier, it became very difficult to find horses that could match the level of physicality their activities required.

The Woodland Elves had friendly relations with the Northmen who occupied the Vales of Anduin in scattered tribes.

One nomadic tribe in particular, who called themselves the Lôthéod, had old traditions of taming and breeding wild horses all across Rhovanion.

When they learned about the Woodland Princes' unique predicament, they came forward and offered knowledge about an "untamable" herd of "giant" wild horses they came across in their travels down the northern Wilderland.

The Lôthéod believed their lack of success in capturing this wild horse breed was because they descended from horses of the High Elves from the First Age, and therefore could only be mastered by those with High Elf (Calaquendi) blood.

Young Prince Turhir (less than 90 years old at the time) received permission from his father the Elvenking to accompany the Lôthéod to the northern lands and seek out these special horses.

After several years, around TA 120, the Lôthéod--with the help of Turhir--succeeded in capturing and taming the first of the northern wild horses, which were given the name, "Arroch" (noble horse).

With the Lôthéod's guidance, the Woodland Elves succeeded in bringing the Arrochs to their lands and bred them in very small numbers for over two millennia.

From that time on, Turhir had a special affinity for the Northmen horse lords, a friendship that continued for centuries to their descendants, the Éothéod, and finally the Rohirrim.

SotWK Fancast: Sam Heughan (Outlander) as Prince Turhir Thranduilion

The Arrochs: Horses of Princes

Similar to the Mearas, the Arrochs were extremely selective about whom they permitted to ride them. Presumably, only Elves with Calaquendi blood (which the Mirkwood Princes had through their mother) could safely ride an Arroch.

Although Arrochs were owned almost exclusively by the Sons of Thranduil, there were no laws restricting the use or ownership of Arrochs to Elven nobility. However, it was extremely risky to attempt to mount one without "permission", as these great horses were notorious for seriously injuring or even killing riders they rejected.

Their accepted origin story is that Arrochs descended from Valinoran horses of the Great War, similar to Thranduil's old horse Raindal but interbred with Middle-earth horses.

They were long-lived, but not immortal. Their lifespan averaged about two hundred years. Although more durable (in flesh and will) than most horses, they could be slain by standard weapons.

Arrochs were highly intelligent, and could be trained to understand commands in different languages.

They were extraordinarily brave in battle and did not scare or bolt even in the face of terrible monsters. They were fiercely loyal to their masters, willing to give their lives rather than preserve themselves.

They had high endurance levels, and could sustain a hard gallop for hours without need for rest, even when bearing heavy or multiple riders.

They could be ridden without saddle or reins, but the Princes usually outfitted them with tack for the safety of others who assisted in handling and caring for them (such as stable hands or soldiers).

What differentiated the Arrochs most from the Mearas was their enormous size. On average, they stood 7 feet tall at the withers and weighed at least 2,000 pounds.

SotWK Fancast: Henry Cavill (The Witcher) as Crown Prince Mirion

Mirkwood Horses in the Third Age Onward

The Arrochs thrived as a breed in the Woodland Realm from TA 120 to about TA 2600, enduring even when the Elvenking's lands grew increasingly infested by the darkness of Dol Guldur.

However, with the succeeding losses of the three eldest Princes--Mirion, Arvellas, and most especially Turhir, the Arrochs gradually stopped breeding.

Turhir's final horse was the last known Arroch to survive. After its death, the breed seemingly became extinct despite the best efforts of Prince Gelir to preserve their line.

By TA 2600, only the native Greenwood horses remained to serve what was left of the royal family and the realm's limited mounted cavalry.

By the time of the War of the Ring, the Arrochs (like many things in the Woodland Realm's long history) were thought by most people in Middle-earth to be merely a myth.

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Everything is Migrated

Daily Blogs 318 - Sep 18th, 12.024

Finally ended the configuration for the Capytal's Forgejo instance. And spent all day migrating all the projects from GitHub and Codeberg to the instance, with mirroring configuration for backup and ease for outside contributions.

Hopefully this week I can start the prototype of the next project, will make it with SvelteKit, since JavaScript it is faster to develop. But the after it, everything will be rewritten in the normal stack of Go, HTMX, Templ, and vanilla JavaScript (with JSDocs).

Today's artists & creative things Music: Split Idol - by GHOST

© 2024 Gustavo "Guz" L. de Mello. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

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Broken? No, Just Rearranging (SERIES)

Kim Mingyu x Female Reader

Kim Mingyu as Lucas Blue Ramirez and Y/N as Ara Riona Teves De La Vega

Just let go of the illusion that it could have been any different.

Genre: M/F, old friends to lovers, fluff(in the next chapters), smut (not in this chap tho), angst, late 20s established career setting

Warnings: Just mean, bratty and hateful OC

Word Count: 2 318

Hello and welcome to my first ever series! This is the second chapter already, I hope you guys would enjoy reading this!

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CHAPTER 2: Welcome Note

She woke up early dahil alam niyang marami siyang kailangang ngayong araw. As usual, her outfits are never toned down.

Her hair was just dried and brushed today leaving it with natural waves. She's wearing a baby blue high neck, bell-sleeved wide leg jumpsuit with belt and a pointed-toe pump of the same color. She wore those with simple accessories with white crystals on it.

Pagbukas ng elevator, nakatayo na doon si Blue. She threw the car keys to him.

"May nag-iwan ng bulaklak para sayo." Sabi ni Blue at umangat ang isang kilay ni Ara.

"Galing kay?"

"Hindi namin alam. Dineliver lang naman ito ng isang flower shop." He shrugs. Pumunta sila sa may sala at nakita ang flower arrangement na napakalaki.

"Orange lillies." Bigkas ni Ara habang kinukuha ang note na nakalagay dito.

"WELCOME HOME, THIEF."

It said.

Her eyebrows furrowed in confusion. "Who could this be from?" She asks herself. "Burn that." Utos niya sa kasambahay na nagmadali naman para kunin ang bulaklak.

She closed her eyes and took a deep breath. "What's my schedule for today?" Tanong niya kay Blue habang nagtitimpi ng galit.

He held the iPad up. "You'll have a meeting with the board of directors in the morning then later in the afternoon you'll have a meeting with the corporate officers and then film and shoot for both Clear Cosmetics and DLV Fashion." He reads.

Sumakay silang dalawa sa puting Aston Martin Rapide ni Ara. Si Blue ang nagdadrive.

"What was written on that note?" Tanong ni Blue.

"It's got nothing to do with you." She replied.

He snickered. "You were flustered upon seeing it. You can tell me, I can help you with anything."

"You're making me hate you." She said through gritted teeth.

"So you don't hate me yet?" He grins at mas lalong nagpapainis sa kanya.

She shut her eyes and ignored him. Pagdating nila kompanya ay gumawa ng mabilis na check up si Ara sa mga nagtatrabaho. Pumunta siya sa laboratory kung saan nagfo-formulate ng mga bagong produkto. Isinuot ni Blue sa kanya ang lab coat, protective eye glass, mask at gloves.

Isang magandang babae ang bumati sa kanya pagpasok ng laboratoryo. "Magandang umaga po, ako po si Anne ang Creative Director ng Clear Cosmetics. Isa rin po akong cosmetologist."

She smiled and nodded. "What are you guys currently working on?" She asks.

"Well, we're just working on new formulas for a new eyeshadow palette and we're just waiting for your ideas about it." She replied.

"Maybe I'll come back here tomorrow. I have my schedule packed for today kasi. I'm just doing a quick look right now."

Anne smiles. "Wala pong problema."

Lumabas sila Blue at Ara sa laboratory. "Put that on my schedule for tomorrow." Sabi niya kay Blue at agad itong tumango at binuksan ang iPad na dala niya.

Sumakay na sila ng elevator paakyat ng ikalawang palapag. All these sewing machines and mannequins are riled up on the entire floor. Sa pinakadulo ay may mga opisina. Doon sila nagtungo.

"Hi, how are we doing here?" Tanong ni Ara general manager ng De la Vega Fashion na bakla.

"Good morning, Miss de la Vega." Bati nito. "Everything's running well. We have our three professional designers here with us. The production of our current products are always on going, they never stop. Our designers have designs that need approval from you so we can start the production and launch them soon."

"Send them to my office, I'll look at them as soon as I can. Medyo busy pa kasi ngayon kasi pangalawang araw ko palang dito." Sagot niya.

"And we'd also like to see designs from you as well, Ms. De la Vega. But for now, please take your time." He smiled and she smiled back.

"Thank you."

Nagring ang telepono ni Blue, tumatawag ang secretary ng kompanya. "Blue, andito na ang board of directors."

"Sige, aakyat na kami dyan." Sagot ni Blue. Lumapit siya kay Aya at bumulong. "Nandun na sila lahat."

"We need to get going." Paalam niya sa kanila at umalis na sila. Before riding the elevator, he took of all her PPE and handed it to someone.

They rode the elevator and she scanned herself through the glass.

"You look fine." Blue comments.

"I know." She replied and he rolled his eyes in her confidence.

Pagkatapos ng kanyang meeting ay agad siyang pumunta sa kanyang opisina kasama si Blue.

"Anong gusto mong kainin?"

"Coq au vin."

Kinuha ni Blue ang kanyang phone mula sa bulsa at may tinawagan.

"Pakiluto po ng Coq au vin, diyan kakain si Ara." Sabi niya.

Nagulat naman si Ara. Hindi siya makapaniwalang nasabi ni Blue ng maayos at perpekto ang French na salitang iyon.

"Tara?" Tanong ni Blue sa kanya.

"Where?"

"Kakain."

Lumabas sila ng building at sumakay sa sasakyan. Pinaharurot ito ni Blue. Huminto at pinarada ang sasakyan sa restaurant na may pangalang Le Patrimoine.

"Why did you bring me here?" Tanong niya. Dinala kasi siya sa restaurant na kanila rin. Iba-ibang branches at locations at bawat isa nito ay naka concentrate sa isang cuisine. Le Patrimoine ang tawag sa restaurant na ito na sa ingles ay The Patrimony. Iba iba ang pangngalan ng mga restaurant nila ayon na ayon sa cuisine na ginagawa nito ngunit iisa lang rin naman ang kahulugan sa ingles.

"Wala namang ibang restaurant na malapit na gumagawa ng pagkaing gusto mong kainin eh."

Ang namamahala ng buong De la Vega Foods ay ang pinalitan ni Ara na namamahala noon ng Cosmetics and Fashion company nila na mommy ni Aimee.

"You're so annoying." Sabi ni Ara kay Blue at pumasok na ng restaurant.

Pagpasok niya ay nakita niya agad ang kapatid ng dad niyang si Margarette na para bang naghihintay talaga sa kanya. "Kamusta naman ang kompanya?" Tanong nito sa kanya habang nakangiti.

She smiled back, but fakely. "It was fine." But her face suddenly turned serious and emotionless within a second. "But it could have been better."

Margarette was insulted by her remarks but she stayed cool despite the rage in her chest. "Why don't we eat together?"

They both sat across from each other. "What would you like to drink?" Tanong ng waiter sa kanila.

"Château Montelena Chardonnay." She said in thick French accent.

"I'll have champagne." Sabi naman ni Margarette.

"How's Aimee?" She asks.

"She was actually studying fashion but you suddenly came." She smiled bitterly. "Now she has shifted to culinary. Her place was stolen from her, apparently."

Something in her mind rang when Margarette said 'stolen'. She received flowers this morning and had a note that called her a thief, now, Margarette says that she stole Aimee's place from her. She smirked at the thought.

"Aimee is good with me. Honestly, she was the one who told me first that I was going to replace you in that company." She replied and their drinks arrived.

"You're food will be arriving soon." The waiter said and poured wines on their glasses.

Pagkatapos nilang kumain, umalis agad si Ara.

"You're so fucking annoying." Sabi ni Ara kay Blue pagpasok niya ng sasakyan. Kumunot naman ang noo ni Blue at nagtaka.

"Tita mo yun." Sagot niya.

"Just shut up. Buy me food."

"Hindi ka pa busog?!"

"SA TINGIN MO MAKAKAIN AKO NG MAAYOS KASAMA ANG BRUHANG YUN?!" She screamed in anger at him. He stopped the car and took a deep breath tas pinaharurot ulit.

"Anong gusto mong kainin?"

Hindi sumagot si Ara kaya dumaan nalang sila sa drive-thru ng isang fast food at bumili si Blue ng kahit ano.

They went to her office. Dala dala ni Blue ang mga paper bag na may take out food.

"Ms. De la Vega, mag nag-iwan po ng regalo para sa inyo. Nilagay nalang po namin sa opisina niyo." Sabi ng nakasalubong nilang trabahante.

Kumunot ang noo ng dalawa. "Sino ang nag-iwan?"

"Hindi po namin kilala, naka helmet rin po." Sagot nito.

Pagpasok nila sa opisina ay agad nilang nakita ang kahon na kasing laki ng shoe box na nakapatong sa lamesa ni Ara. Kinuha niya ito gamit ng dalawang kamay pero pinigilan siya ni Blue.

"Ako nang magbubukas, baka ano pa ang laman niyan." Sabi ni Blue at babawiin sana ito ngunit hinigpitan ni Ara ang hawak niya dito.

"Kala mo naman kung sinong may kapangyarihan." She rolls her eyes at him and opened the box.

Every small motion of her body stopped when she saw a dagger. Ginto ang hawakan nito at may disenyo. Agad itong binawi ni Blue mula sa kanya.

"Akin na yan!" Nagpupumilit si Ara para makuha ito dahil may papel sa ilalim nito. Kinuha naman iyon ni Blue at binasa.

Padabog siyang lumabas ng opisina dala ang kahon at laman nito at bumaba. Hindi na siya naabutan ni Ara dahil sa bilis ng kanyang paglakad.

Bumalik nalang si Ara sa opisina niya. Kumuha siya ng bote ng wine at wine glass sa maliit na wine bar na kanyang pinagawa talaga para sa opisina niya.

Nakasandal siya sa lamesa niya habang umiinom at nag-iisip kung sino man ang maaaring magbigay sa kanya ng ganun. All she can think of is Margarette or her cousins.

She was snapped back to reality when Blue's phone rang. Katabi ito ng mga pagkaing binili nila.

'SECRETARY'

She picked it up.

"Blue, andito na ang corporate officers." Sabi ng babae sa kabilang linya.

"This is Ara, I'm coming." Sagot ni Ara at lumabas ng opisina para pumunta ng conference room.

Tinapon ni Blue ang kahon at ang laman nito maliban lang sa sulat na kasama nito. Bumalik siya sa opisina ni Ara. Nakita niya ang bote ng alak at baso na nasa lamesa ni Ara. Napasinghap nalang siya at kinuha ang phone niya. Lumabas ulit ito habang mag dinadial na numero. Pagkatapos ng ilang ring, sumagot naman agad ito.

"Blue?"

"Aimee, pwede ba tayong mag kita?" Tanong ni Blue na para bang nagmamadali.

"Ngayon? Like right now?"

"Oo."

"Sige, saan ba?"

"Yung cafè malapit dito sa kompanya. Wala kasi akong sasakyan."

"Sige sige."

Walking distance lang naman yung tinutukoy nilang cafè mula sa kompanya. Unang dumating si Blue obviously, umupo lang siya dun para hintayin si Aimee.

Dumating siya sakay ng kanyang sedan.

"May problema ba?" Tanong niya kay Blue nang makaupo na siya sa tapat nito.

Kinuha ni Blue ang sulat na kasama nung kahon at binuklat ito sa harap ni Aimee. Napataas agad ang kilay ng dalaga.

'Thiefs belong somewhere else.'

"What's that?" She asked.

"May nagpadala ng balak sa opisina ni Ara kanina at ito ang kasamang sulat."

"Sino ang pinanhihinalaan niyo?"

"Hindi pa kami nag-usap dahil may meeting siya at dumiretso ako dito pagkatapos kong itapon yun." Sagot ni Blue na halatang nag-aalala. "Sino ba kasi ang mga kaaway ni Ara? Ba't bigla na lang siyang umuwi dito?"

"Hindi ko rin alam. Eh anong balak mo ngayon?"

"Ako mismo ang maghahanap sa kung sino man ang nagbibigay nito sa kanya."

She worriedly looked at him. "Umiwas kayo sa pahamak, ha!"

"Wait, kasama naming kumain ang mommy mo kanina. Galit na galit siya kay Ara pero hindi niya lang pinapakita, halata naman."

"She was the previous president of that company."

Pagkatapos ng meeting ay agad na lumabas si Ara. Nakakita niyang naglalakad papunta sa kanya si Blue. Naka puting button-up shirt nalang ito na rolled up ang manggas at tinanggal na ang kanyang blazer na suot. Nasa bulsa ang kanyang mga kamay habang nakatingin kay Ara.

"Wala ka sa meeting." Sabi ni Ara at huminto si Blue sa harap niya.

"May pinuntahan ako." Sabi nito ng walang kahit anong emosyon sa mukha. "Tara na sa studio ng Clear, gagawa ka pa ng video."

Pumasok sila sa studio na maraming reflectors, ilaw at camera. "Hi, I'm Wendy, the social media strategist of Clear Cosmetics. Congratulations for being the new president of both Clear and DLVF." Bati ng babae.

Ngumiti naman si Ara kahit wala siyang gana ngayon. "Thank you."

"Today, you'll be doing your own make up on camera using our products, and introducing yourself as the new president of this company. This will be uploaded on YouTube and will also be shown in our website."

"Am I going to do a lot of talking?" She asks.

"Unfortunately, yes. You're supposed to look and feel active and lively." She replied.

"I want to change my outfit." She said.

"Oh, okay." Wendy nods. "Let's go next door. This is the closet for shoots. All clothes are from DLVF. Please choose whatever suits you well and take your time."

Lumabas ng closet si Wendy at naiwan dun ay sina Blue at Ara na lang. Nagkatinginan sila.

"O, anong tinitingin tingin mo?! Magbibihis ako!" Sigaw ni Ara sa kanya. Tumalikod naman siya.

She chose a crimson red frill-puff sleeved bodycon dress. The dress ends a little higher than her mid-thigh and shows her body curve.

She also wore fluffy slides since she did not find any heels that would suit her dress. "I'm done." She said at humarap na si Blue sa kanya.

He looked at her from head to toe. The dress looked perfect on her but he doesn’t have the courage to say. "You're so short." He, instead, points out.

Sinamaan siya ng tingin ni Ara. "Don't get me started."

Lumabas silang dalawa sa closet at pumasok sa studio.

Nasurpresa ata si Wendy nang makita si Ara. "Ang sexy niyo naman po! Umupo po muna kayo nandito na ang hairdresser."

Inunat ang buhok niya habang tinatanggal ng isa ang make up niya. Nilagyan ang kanyang buhok ng pulang clips na babagay sa suot niya.

Nakaset-up na ang lahat. Nakaupo lang si Blue sa harap ng monitor. "Simula na po tayo." Sabi ni Wendy.

"Hi, guys! I am Clear Cosmetics' new President and CEO, Araa Riona de la Vega. Today, I will be showing you a few of my favorites from our cosmetic line."

"She's totally different on camera." Blue thought.

[ginogirolimoni]

“ - Subito! Vieni! Proprio subito! Sul momento! - gridava in un accesso di agitazione e di impazienza straordinaria. - Ma voi mi esponete … - A che? Oh, innocente semplicione! Non mi sembri nemmeno un uomo! Adesso vedrò tutto da me, coi miei occhi … - Ma lasciatemi prendere almeno il cappello … - Ecco il tuo sordido cappelluccio, andiamo! Non hai neppur saputo scegliere la forma con un po’ di gusto! … É stata lei … è stata lei dopo i fatti dianzi … nella collera, - borbottava Lizaveta Prokòf’evna, tirandosi dietro il principe, senza lasciarlo andare un istante. - Poco fa ho preso le tue parti, ho detto forte che eri uno sciocco perché non venivi … altrimenti non avrebbe scritto un biglietto tanto assurdo! Un biglietto sconveniente. Sconveniente per una ragazza ammodo, bene educata, intelligente, si, intelligente! … Uhm! - seguitò: - oppure … oppure, forse … forse si è indispettita lei stessa che tu non venissi, ma non ha calcolato che non si può scrivere così a un idiota, perché può prendere tutto alla lettera, come è stato. Ma tu perché mi ascolti? - gridò accorgendosi di aver detto troppo. - Ha bisogno di avere per buffone uno come te, da un pezzo non ne ha visti, ecco perché ti scrive! E io son contenta, son contenta che ora ti arroterà i denti addosso, ne son contenta. Te lo meriti. E lei lo sa fare, oh, come lo sa fare! …”.

(Fëdor Dostoevskij, L’idiota, Einaudi, Torino, 2014, p. 318).

[religion-is-a-mental-illness]

Hijab is Islamic religiously compulsory garb, not culturally Iranian, Somalian, Yemeni, Afghan, etc. It is obligatory by virtue of Sharia. Indeed, Islam obliges men to adhere to religiously mandated hijab (covering) rules too; they’re just not that noticeable compared to what’s expected in public society.

Hijab is mandated by Allah. It’s not a suggestion, it’s not a request, it’s not a human-developed tradition, it’s not local societal mores, it’s literally a commandment from the Islamic god.

https://quranx.com/24.31

And tell the believing women to reduce [some] of their vision and guard their private parts and not expose their adornment except that which [necessarily] appears thereof and to wrap [a portion of] their headcovers over their chests and not expose their adornment except to their husbands, their fathers, their husbands' fathers, their sons, their husbands' sons, their brothers, their brothers' sons, their sisters' sons, their women, that which their right hands possess, or those male attendants having no physical desire, or children who are not yet aware of the private aspects of women. And let them not stamp their feet to make known what they conceal of their adornment. And turn to Allah in repentance, all of you, O believers, that you might succeed.

https://quranx.com/33.59

O Prophet, tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to bring down over themselves [part] of their outer garments. That is more suitable that they will be known and not be abused. And ever is Allah Forgiving and Merciful.

https://quranx.com/Hadith/Bukhari/USC-MSA/Volume-6/Book-60/Hadith-318/

Narrated Aisha:

Sauda (the wife of the Prophet) went out to answer the call of nature after it was made obligatory (for all the Muslims ladies) to observe the veil. She was a fat huge lady, and everybody who knew her before could recognize her. So `Umar bin Al-Khattab saw her and said, "O Sauda! By Allah, you cannot hide yourself from us, so think of a way by which you should not be recognized on going out. Sauda returned while Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) was in my house taking his supper and a bone covered with meat was in his hand. She entered and said, "O Allah's Messenger (ﷺ)! I went out to answer the call of nature and `Umar said to me so-and-so." Then Allah inspired him (the Prophet) and when the state of inspiration was over and the bone was still in his hand as he had not put in down, he said (to Sauda), "You (women) have been allowed to go out for your needs."

https://quranx.com/Tafsir/Kathir/33.59

The Command of Hijab

Here Allah tells His Messenger to command the believing women -- especially his wives and daughters, because of their position of honor -- to draw their Jilbabs over their bodies, so that they will be distinct in their appearance from the women of the Jahiliyyah and from slave women. The Jilbab is a Rida', worn over the Khimar. This was the view of Ibn Mas`ud, `Ubaydah, Qatadah, Al-Hasan Al-Basri, Sa`id bin Jubayr, Ibrahim An-Nakha`i, `Ata' Al-Khurasani and others. It is like the Izar used today. Al-Jawhari said: "The Jilbab is the outer wrapper. `Ali bin Abi Talhah reported that Ibn `Abbas said that Allah commanded the believing women, when they went out of their houses for some need, to cover their faces from above their heads with the Jilbab, leaving only one eye showing. Muhammad bin Sirin said, "I asked `Ubaydah As-Salmani about the Ayah:

(to draw their Jalabib over their bodies.) He covered his face and head, with just his left eye showing.''

(That will be better that they should be known so as not to be annoyed. ) means, if they do that, it will be known that they are free, and that they are not servants or whores.

People who tell you that it’s “cultural” or “it’s her choice” are either ignorant or lying. To not hijab is literally to disobey the direct, unambiguous command of the Almighty.

[fashionbooksmilano]

80 Motivi di Fiori e Frutti da Ricamare a Piccolo Punto

Miky Dessein

Testi di Laura Baroni

IdeaLibri, Milano 1995, 223 pagine, ISBN 88-7082-318-0, Biblioteca di ricamo 6

euro 20,00

email if you want to buy booksinprogressmilano@yahoo.it

Per chi non sa dire di no alla passione del punto croce e del ricamo: all'interno 80 splendidi schemi e disegni originali. 

28/01/24

[whencyclopedfr]

Cléopâtre Séléné II

Cléopâtre Séléné II (40 - c. 5 av. J.-C.), membre de la dynastie ptolémaïque, devint reine de Maurétanie après son mariage avec le roi Juba II de Numidie (48 av. J.-C. - 23 ap. J.-C). Bien que moins connue que sa célèbre mère, Cléopâtre VII (69-30 av.-J.-C.), Cléopâtre Séléné II était une souveraine compétente et respectée. Elle est considérée comme l'une des dernières grandes reines de la période hellénistique, s'inscrivant dans une longue tradition de femmes puissantes, dont Arsinoé II Philadelphe (d'environ 318/311 à c. 270/268 av. J.-C.).

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[shoodleynoodle]

📍WOK IT OUT, TAYTAY | 03.03.2023

First time ko magdimsum gamit ang aking own money!!! Super worth it kase ang mura nya lang compared dun sa mga binibili ng parents ko sa binondo. Malaman pati saka sarap ng sawsawan nila.

Medyo review kase wala trip ko lang!!!

• Dimsum Sampler (P318) - 5/5!!!

Super sulit kase 318 pesos lang tapos tig-3 pcs ng 6 diff kinds of dimsum, bale 18pcs. lahat. Tas wala ang sulit kase ang laki ng mga dimsum nila saka malaman tapos mainit nilang iseserve sayo, syempre

Molten Choco Xiao Long Bao - 1/5; Keri naman, di masama yung lasa. Ayoko lang ng choco xiao long bao in general kase matamis tas ang weird talaga nung pagsabog nya eh literal na melted chocolate lang sasabog sa bunganga mo. Ahahaha. Gusto siya nung isang fren ko, kalasa raw nung choco bao ng chowking?

Pork & Shrimp Siomai - 4/5; sarap kasi super lambot nung meat tapos ang swak nya dun sa sawsawan talaga, although wala ring anything special since sanay na yung dila ko sa siomai ahahaha

Pan Fried Pork Dumplings - 3.5/5; personal preference ko na lang talaga to kase hindi talaga ako mahilig sa mga pan fried na dumplings pero in fairness naman eh hindi siya oily

Prawn dumplings - 4/5; Ang laki pls !! Ang meaty at juicy ng loob lasang lasa mo yung prawn ahaha ang con nya lang eh medyo madali masira yung wrapper dahil sa laki

Xiao long bao - 5/5; sarap nung sabaw nya inside mej gingery tas meaty rin, nagcocompliment lang sila talaga ganun tas first time ko makatikim ng xiao long bao na legit kase di ko naaabutan lagi pag nagbibinondo kami ganun pala feeling non parang ang daming nangyayari sa bibig mo wahahaha

Hakaw - 5555/5!!!!! All time fave ko to kahit san kami pumunta na dimsum place eh parang iiyak ako pag walang hakaw and is2g this one did not disappoint!!! Super laki nung laman tapos lasang lasa yung shrimp tapos sobrang sarap umorder pa kami ng isa pang serving ahahaha

• Taiwanese Chicken Chops (P98) - 3/5

Normal lang, walang special. Literal na chicken chops lang rin sya tas walang anything. Malambot naman yung meat pero parang ang lungkot pa rin kase parang ang plain masyado???

• Shrimp Wonton Soup (P78) - 1/5

Parang magkaka-uti ako dito pls. Lasa lang siyang nilagang maalat ganun. Di naman ako nagexpect masyado pero kahit sa wonton ng chowking eh malayo sya.

• Salted Egg French Beans (P108) - 4/5

As someone na hindi naman mahilig sa string beans na wala sa sabaw o adobo, nagustuhan ko to!! Siguro dahil na rin coated sya ng salted egg? Pero ahaha ansarap niya. Nung tumagal lang, nararamdaman na ng dila ko yung ayaw kong texture ng beans kaya inayawan ko na. Pero, legit, sa una hindi rin sya talaga lasang gulay. Feel ko masarap din yung ganito na salted egg tas sa crispy kangkong naman. Ahahaha.

Ayun lang kase wala happy lang me na nakatry ako ng bagong kainan rin saka hello afford ko na magganito with friends kahit papano. Salamat sa ojt, eme. Ahahaha! Ok, babay.

[ao3feed-nalu]

Porter ses vêtements

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by Soffya

La nuit était tombée, ils étaient en pleine forêt et Natsu était entrain d'allumer un feu. En une seconde, des flammes apparurent, apportant une douce chaleur. Natsu alla s'asseoir à côté de Lucy. Il enleva sa veste et la posa sur ses épaules.

Words: 318, Chapters: 1/1, Language: Français

Fandoms: Fairy Tail

Rating: General Audiences

Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply

Categories: F/M

Characters: Natsu Dragneel, Lucy Heartfilia

Relationships: Natsu Dragneel/Lucy Heartfilia

Additional Tags: Flufftober 2022

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Prodajem kucu u Perlezu-Zrenjanin - NEKRETNINE ZA PRODAJU

[ramrodd]

The Melchizedek Connection: Bridging the Old Testament to Jesus

COMMENTARY:

Melchizedek is a Maji. He is part of an experiment in intelligent design conceived to sustain the social cohesion  to build pyramids and develop the metaphusics necessary to produce Apollo 11. Enoch was a engineering consultant to the Magi and interpreter of their design emerging from base 60 numerology and the19 year Solar cycle, the Metonic cycle in their communication with God, however it suits your fancy to define the great I am that I am. In 3780 BCE, God composed the Bood of Job and Enoch started the clock on a 7000 year Epoch designed to produce Apollo 11. We are currently at Enoch Year 5784. We are not quite 2000 years ahead of schdeul because of the Talking Cross in the Gospel of Peter. People like Melchiedek were in working out of Persia as stone masons going back to the Ziggaruts and they kept track of the Egyptian pre-metaphsical thinking and rewarding natural born stoics in the manner of Abram, According to the numerology, Abram fought along sinde Yaweh, Queen of  Battle. This completes the 6 element ontology of Moses: Genesis 1:1 and Revelation 4:2 , Elonim the One; Genesis 1:2, Elohim the demifurge of Plato and the Spirit of God relative to Jesus and the Holy Spirit, the 318 warrors of Abraham is the numerology for Yaweh, Queen of Battle, and then The Satan, in The Book of Job. If you want to understand Hegel, understand Enoch's Epoch as a grid of ten 700 year weeks that started at EY 1 and goids out to EY 7000. Recent scholarship has revealed that the tithe went from Melchizedek to Abram instead of the other way around as written in current translations  I've always heard the version of the tithe in this exposition, but my experience with tithing doesn't feel the same sas described by the Prosperity Gospel of Project 2025,   I happen to agree with this new research because the Tithe to Abram is consistent with the Parable of the Talents as a discription of the open system cascade structures of the economics of Jesus and Adam Smith. It's why Eisenhower's neo-liberalism is perfectly congruent with the inerrant epistemology of the Bible. It is useful to remember that Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations is an interpolation of the literature of the Boble according to the economics embedded in the narrative. Genesis 41 is a model foJr capital budgeting they used to plan for WWII in the Pentagon. It's what Biden'/Harris/Walz's Build Back Better capital budget is all about. Melchizdek rewarded Abram for being a stoic along side Yaweh, Queen of Battle and the Wise Men in Matthew are Magi who tithe to Mary, Joseph and Jesus to nuture Messiah for His appointment with the Cross. Jesus was a Kami Kazi Messiah,  I don't know if Enoch saw that coming , but the Talking Cross may have accelerated the Metaphysics of Aristotle by 2000 years or so. I don't know, but the Talking Cross represents a divine endorsement between the Stoic and the Epicurian in Roman society, the separation of Chruch and State. That was the difference between Rome and the rest of the world at that time. And what Jesus was trying to do was to guide Isreal into the same republican sociology as rome. which, today, is the IDF. Like Josephus, he was going long on Pax Romana. Hebrews 13:17 is the stoic raison d'etre of the Italian Regiment of the Preatorian Guard. They were the Swiss Army soldiers of Roman society in the same way the US Army is the Swiss Army slidiers of We, the People, the Philospher Kings of the American Republic, Every bote counts.

[rosesinvalley]

FREE THE NIPPLE

« Libèrer le téton »

« Free the Nipple »  est une campagne créée par Lina Esco en 2012 qui dénonce l’excès de pudeur et l’inégalité des sexes.

Cette campagne met en relief la convention générale qui autorise les hommes à apparaître torse nu en public tandis qu’il est considéré comme indécent pour les femmes de faire de même. Ce mouvement soutient qu’il devrait être légalement et culturellement acceptable pour la femme de montrer ses seins en public.

Elle sortira son film en 2014.⁠

Le film montre les étapes de l’activisme et l’engouement par les femmes de se réapproprier leurs corps et d’oser le montrer en plein New York, dans une Amérique complexée, puritaine et mégalo.

Elle est suivi après la sortie du film et pour sa promotion par la gent féminine dans toute l’Amérique, les stars s’affichent aussi sein nus, Naomi Campbell, Rihanna… les photos sont censurées par Facebook.

Son compte insta regroupe 318 000 abonnés.

en savoir plus @linaesco #FreeTheNipple

instagram/freethenipple/

Le film me fait penser au travail de Miss Me et bien sûr au Femen.

Allez jeter un coup d’oeil.

[healthcaremarketanalysis]

Rapid Microbiology Testing Market worth $8.3 billion by 2029

Rapid Microbiology Testing Market in terms of revenue was estimated to be worth $5.2 billion in 2024 and is poised to reach $8.3 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2024 to 2029 according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets™.

In recent times, the rapid microbiology testing market is experiencing an exponential growth due to the rising prevalence of infectious diseases, advancements in technology, and a stronger emphasis on early infectious disease detection.

Attractive Opportunities in the Rapid Microbiology Testing Market

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In 2023, the instruments segment held the largest share of the rapid microbiology testing market by product segment.

Based on product, the rapid microbiology testing market has been segmented into instruments, reagents & kits and consumables. The instruments segment dominated the rapid microbiology testing market in 2023. The large share of this segment can be attributed to the ongoing trend of laboratory automation among clinical laboratories.

The industrial testing segment held the largest share of the rapid microbiology testing market by application segment in 2023.

Based on applications, the rapid microbiology testing market is segmented into clinical disease diagnosis, industrial testing, and research applications. In 2023, the largest share of the rapid microbiology testing market was held by the industrial testing segment. This is primarily due to the extensive use of rapid microbiology testing methods in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics, and environmental monitoring. In these industries, ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards is of utmost importance. Rapid microbiology testing allows for quick detection and identification of microbial contaminants, facilitating timely corrective actions and minimizing production downtime.

North America is the largest regional market for rapid microbiology testing market.

The market for rapid microbiology testing has been divided into six key geographical regions, namely North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East & Africa, and GCC countries. In 2023, North America held the predominant portion of the rapid microbiology testing market. The high adoption of advanced diagnostic technologies in North America is driving market growth in this regional segment. This trend is further fueled by the rising awareness among healthcare professionals and the general population about the importance of early detection and prompt treatment. The strong focus on healthcare infrastructure and the increasing healthcare expenditure in North America also contribute to market growth, as do the expanding pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The food safety sector is another significant contributor, with rapid microbiology testing integral to ensuring the safety and quality of the food supply chain.

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Drivers:

Increasing incidence of infectious diseases and cancer

Technological advancements in rapid microbiology testing

Increased funding for R&D

Increased focus on early detection of infectious diseases

Restraints:

High capital investments and low cost-benefit ratio

Unfavorable regulatory and reimbursement scenario

Opportunities:

Growth opportunities in emerging countries

Challenge:

Operational barriers

Key Market Players of Rapid Microbiology Testing Industry:

The major players operating in this market are bioMérieux SA (France), Danaher Corporation (US), Becton, Dickinson and Company (US), Abbott Laboratories (US), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (US), Merck KGaA (Germany), Sartorius AG (Germany), Bruker (US), QuidelOrtho Corporation (US), Charles River Laboratories (US), Neogen Corporation (US), Don Whitley Scientific Limited (UK), Rapid Micro Biosystems, Inc. (US), Gradientech (Sweden), rqmicro AG (Switzerland),  Colifast AS (Norway), Serosep Limited (Ireland), Solus PerkinElmer (US), BTNX Inc. (Canada), R-Biopharm AG (Germany), Paragon Genomics, Inc. (US), Kypha Inc. (US), Vivione Biosciences (US), Bactest Ltd. (UK), and  CorDx (US).

The break-up of the profile of primary participants in the rapid microbiology testing market:

By Company Type: Tier 1 - 40%, Tier 2 - 30%, and Tier 3 – 30%

By Designation: C-level - 27%, D-level - 18%, and Others - 55%

By Region: North America - 51%, Europe - 21%, Asia Pacific - 18%, Latin America – 6%, and Middle East & Africa- 4%

Recent Developments of Rapid Microbiology Testing Industry:

In December 2023, Danaher Corporation (US) acquired Abcam (UK), a company that offers the scientific community validated antibodies, reagents, biomarkers, and assays to address targets in biological pathways that are critical for advancing drug discovery, life sciences research, and diagnostics.

In May 2023, bioMérieux SA (France) received the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waiver for the fast and accurate multiplex PCR-based BIOFIRE SPOTFIRE Respiratory (R) Panel Mini.

In November 2022, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (US) introduced the rapid RT-PCR Accula Flu A/Flu B test.

In May 2021, Neogen Corporation (US) launched an improved version of its AccuPoint Advanced sanitation monitoring system that is simpler to use and provides results that are easier to analyze.

In July 2020, Neogen Corporation (US) launched the advanced Soleris NG microbial testing system.

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[daveg65]

318 - iPad Recovery Mode Adventures at the Apple Store

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg, along with Kelly Guimont and Marty Jencius delve into the latest iOS updates emphasizing the importance of promptly applying security patches. Speculations about Apple's potential development of a foldable iPhone and groundbreaking technology like a 5G MacBook are explored. The conversation extends to Apple's utilization of Google tensor chips and reviews of top shows and movies on Apple TV Plus. Discussions on Apple's retail union contract, app store guidelines, gaming history preservation, and the convergence of fashion and technology with immersive apps are covered. Tips on troubleshooting iPad issues and a call for audience engagement wrap up the episode.

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Dave Ginsburg is joined by Kelly Guimont and Marty Jencius on the show, as they dive into the latest iOS updates, stressing the importance of promptly applying security patches. The trio delves into the beta features of iOS 18, such as icon arrangement and a new camera setting for video recording. Speculations arise regarding Apple's rumored development of a foldable iPhone, with discussions revolving around the challenges and potential demographic appeal of such a device. Kelly expresses optimism about Apple's innovative track record and the likelihood of a foldable iPhone hitting the market in the future.

  The conversation shifts towards Apple potentially testing groundbreaking technology like a 5G MacBook and a foldable phone. The discussion branches out to the speed of 5G SA connections, commending T-Mobile's advancements and impressive speeds globally. Tackling Apple's utilization of Google tensor chips for AI advancements leads to speculations on the repercussions of this partnership. The hosts and guests review top shows and movies on Apple TV Plus, endorsing favorites like "Presumed Innocence" and "Cowboy Cartel." They explore the platform's diverse content, ranging from adult animations to family-friendly programs, highlighting the array of viewing options, including must-watch shows like "Physical," "Shrinking," and "Acapulco."

The show's "Shrinking" series creator shares insights and enthusiasm about the show's humor and character arcs, drawing comparisons to the beloved "Ted Lasso." Talks about Apple potentially introducing advertisements on Apple TV Plus circle around data privacy concerns and differentiation strategies. The hosts touch upon Disney Plus's crackdown on password sharing and the competitive landscape with Google's new TV streaming platform challenging Apple TV 4K. Updates on Apple's first retail union contract and modifications to Apple's app store guidelines for PC emulator apps, allowing game downloads, are also discussed.

In a lighter tone, discussions ensue on the preservation of gaming history through emulators for classic games and their role in fostering new developers. Insights into Balenciaga and Rimowa launching immersive apps for the Apple vision pro showcase the convergence of fashion and technology. A handy tip on troubleshooting iPad issues by reinstalling the OS without data loss is shared, providing a quick and efficient solution. The show concludes with a call to action for audience engagement, encouraging support and following to stay updated on future podcast episodes.

Articles used on the show

Apple Releases iOS 17.6.1 With Advanced Data Protection Bug Fix

Apple just issued an emergency iPhone and Mac update to fix this iCloud bug

iOS 18 beta 5: Distraction Control comes to Safari

Apple Seeds Fifth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers

Apple Releases Third watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More

Apple Seeds Third tvOS 18 Public Beta

Apple Releases Third iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Public Betas

Apple Releases Third watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More

Apple Seeds Third tvOS 18 Public Beta

Everything New in iOS 18 Beta 5

iOS 18: Arrange Icons Around Your iPhone Wallpaper - MacRumors

iOS 18: Hide App Names on Your iPhone Home Screen - MacRumors

iOS 18 Adds Camera Setting to Allow iPhone Audio Playback When Shooting Video - MacRumors

Report: Apple beginning serious work on a foldable iPhone | Ars Technica

 Here's how fast 5G SA is in the US and around the world

Could Apple be joining Google on projects like this? Apple Used Google Tensor Chips to Develop Apple Intelligence

Apple TV+ this week. Apple TV+ shows and movies: Everything to watch on Apple TV Plus

Why? Apple in Talks to Bring Ads to Apple TV+

News

Disney Eliminating Disney+ Password Sharing Starting in September - MacRumors

Google TV Streamer Announced as Chromecast Replacement and Rival to Apple TV 4K - MacRumors

Set-top showdown: Apple TV 4K vs Google TV Streamer compared

Apple Finalizes First Retail Union Contract With Maryland Store

Apple Updates App Store Guidelines for PC Emulator Apps - MacRumors

Balenciaga and Rimowa Launch Apps for Apple Vision Pro

Tips

Dave has an adventure with his new iPAd Pro not powering up and brings it to the Apple Store. 

If your iPad won't turn on or is frozen - Apple Support

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September.  Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events. 

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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios

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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet  His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet

Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice  Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig  Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com

Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net 

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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso

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50年前、318万年前に生きた化石人類「アウストラロピテクス・アファレンシス（アファール猿人）」の女性の骨が発掘された。 　それはほぼ完全な頭蓋骨と何百もの骨のかけらで、ビートルズの名曲「ルーシー・イン・ザ・スカイ・ウィズ・ダイアモンズ」にちなんで「ルーシー」と名付けられた。 　化石”人類”とはいっても、これまで一般的に伝えられてきたルーシーの容姿は、顔・胸・手足といった部分以外は、ふさふさとした赤茶色の体毛に覆われている。 　どちらかというとゴリラやチンパンジーのイメージにも近いかもしれない。 2 ルーシーの復元予想図 / image credit:Cleveland Museum of Natural History. 　だが、アメリカ・ジョージア州ケネソー州立大学の学際研究科長および哲学教授のステイシー・ケルトナー氏によると、こうした毛むくじゃらのルーシーの姿は、じつは間違っているかもしれないという。 　人類とシラミの共進化の研究から、私たちの祖先は300万～400万年前に体毛のほとんどを失っていただろうことが明らかになっている。 　衣服を身につけるようになったのは、8万3千～17万年前のこと。つまり、250万年以上もの間、裸で過ごしていたのだ。 体毛を失ってから衣服を身に着けるまでの期間 　そのころの人類が体毛を失ったのは、体温調節・生理的発達の遅れ・交配相手へのアピール・寄生虫の予防など、さまざまな要因が複雑に絡み合ったためであるようだ。 　そして環境的・社会的・文化的要因によって、やがて衣服を着るようになった。 　とはいえ、わざわざ体毛を捨てなおかつ服を着るというのは、ずいぶん回りくどいことに思える。祖先がそんなことをしたのも、脳の大きさが関係しているのかもしれない。 　私たちの脳は成熟するまでに長い時間がかかり、しかも人体の中でひときわエネルギーを消費する特殊な器官だ。 　その結果、人間の赤ん坊が独り立ちするまでには、長期間誰かから世話をしてもらわねばならなくなった。 　そこで私たちは”夫婦”という戦略を採用した。男女がパートナーとなって、長年にわたる育児を協力して行うのだ。 　が、このような戦略にはリスクもある。人間は社会的な生き物で、大勢の仲間と一緒に暮らしている。こうした環境では、往々にして浮気の誘惑に駆られがちだ。裸のままではなおさらだろう。 　それでは2人1組の協力体制が崩壊し、子育てが難しくなる。 　そこで夫婦の契りを守るために、何らかのメカニズムが必要だった。ケルトナー氏は、そのメカニズムこそが羞恥心だったのだろうと推測する。 　同氏は、ドキュメンタリー映画『ヌードの何が問題なのか』の一節をこう引用する。 裸は根幹となる社会契約に対する脅威ある。それは背徳への誘いだからである……羞恥心は、私たちが配偶者に忠実であるよううながし、子供を育てる責任を共有する 裸と社会規範 　そもそも”裸”という概念自体が風変わりなものだ。それは体毛を捨て、さらに衣服を身にまとい、裸を禁止することによってのみ成立する。 　人類の文明が発展するにつれて、罰則・法律・秩序といった社会を維持するための手段もまた発達した。このときとりわけ女性に関連するものほど整備されていったに違いないと、ケルトナー氏は推測する。 　こうして”裸”と”恥”の関係が生まれた。裸になるということは、社会規範を乱す行為だ。それゆえに恥ずかしさを感じる。 　もちろん、時と場合によって、何が裸であるのか往々にして変わるものだ。 　例えば、ビクトリア時代のイギリスでは、足首を出すだけでスキャンダルだったが、今日では海に行けば、ほとんど裸に近い格好なのが当たり前だ。 　また裸は、羞恥心以上の意味を持つこともある。 　例えば、ヨーロッパ芸術における”ヌード”は、女性の裸体を男性にとって快楽的な見世物に変えたもので、衣服を着ていない生まれたままの姿という意味の”裸”とは違うのだという。 　このように裸は、羞恥心のほか、エロティシズムや親密さ、あるいは弱さや恐怖といったものまで、さまざまな感情を生じさせる。 　だがいずれにせよ、社会的な規範や文化な慣習といったものがあるからこその裸なのだ。 87c11b46 アウストラロピテクス・アファレンシス属の復元予想模型 Australopithecus afarensis Naturhistorisches Museum Wenen. Credit: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0: ルーシーは裸であって裸ではなかった 　そういった意味で、体毛が濃かろうと薄かろうと、ルーシーは裸ではなかった。羞恥心というベールをまとっていたのだから。 　にもかかわらず、たいていのルーシーは現代の社会規範を前提として描かれることが多い。例えば、よくあるルーシーの姿は、夫らしき男性や子どもたちに囲まれ、いかにも優しい母親といった表情を浮かべたものだ。 　ケルトナー氏は、こうした母性と核家族に関する歴史的な仮定に基づくルーシーの描き方を、ただの思い込みに過ぎない「エロチックな空想 科学」であると非難する。 　こうしたやり方は、しばしば確かな証拠がないもので、しかも人類の進化に関する女性差別的・人種差別的な誤解を永続させる恐れもあるという。 　例えば、人類の進化を表すお馴染みのイラストは、もっとも進化した段階としてヨーロッパ系白人男性が描かれることが多い。一方、女性ホミニン（ヒト族）の復元図では、黒人女性の特徴が誇張されがちだ。 　ケルトナー氏は、こうしたルーシーをまた別の解釈で描いた、彫刻家ガブリエル・ヴィナスの作品「サンタ・ルシア」を紹介している。 　この大理石の彫刻作品は、半透明のヴェールをまとった裸体としてルーシーを表している。それは裸体・被覆・性・羞恥心の複雑な関係を物語るもので、性的な“純潔”が崇拝されるヴェールに包まれた乙女でもあるという。 　さて、そのヴェールの向こうのルーシーの顔は、どのような表情を浮かべているのだろうか？ References:What the 3.2 million-year-old Lucy fossil reveals about nudity and shame / written by hiroching / edited by / parumo

318万年前の化石人類「ルーシー」は毛深くなかった : カラパイア

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