From tradition to modernity

Between Tradition and Modernity

Godna (body Tattooing) Tradition of Awadh- from Mythology to Modernity

Traditional body tattooing is called Godna in Awadh. Body tattooing (Godna) is believed to be the adaptation of a primitive form of art in India. The art of godna is closely related to religion and considered rites of passage in nondwij castes of Awadhi region. This art comprises permanent ornamentation of the body with tattoos made by Godarins or Maharins. The belief says that godna marks are ...

Tradition, modernity, and Italian babies.

While demography has made many valuable contributions to the analysis of contemporary demographic reversals, the discipline seems as far as ever from explaining the dynamics of fertility change. Commentaries on “populations” routinely link fertility control and small families with progress, modernity, and western values; in “traditional” societies, fertility regulation is left to chance, God, a...

Mead production: tradition versus modernity.

Honey is a natural product with recognized physical and chemical properties, which contribute to its biological activity. However, honey is currently being sold at low prices, making it imperative to find alternatives to make apiculture a viable national enterprise. One of these alternatives could be mead production. Despite the excellent properties of honey, mead production faces several probl...

Tradition, modernity, and innovation in maritime balneology

During 1-4th September 2016, “Maritime Balneology, Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine – Tradition, Modernity and Innovation” National Conference with international participation, took place in Techirghiol under the aegis of the International Society of Medical Hydrology and Climatology (ISMHC) and the International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS), the event celebrating the International Spinal Co...