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Symposium Theme

Roh - Rong - Reh | Soul - Space - Sincerity (Jiwa - Jagat - Junjung)

This theme honors the soul as an Acintya—an unthinkable, ineffable entity—yet the most captivating to be revisited time and again. The soul is intertwined with space, extending possibilities for understanding a world that celebrates the reverence of the soul as the reverence of life itself—never confined to a dualistic reading between soul and body.

Reh, which signifies courage or the energy of life, becomes the binding force of harmony between the soul and the world, or between the soul and the body. We believe that civilizations across the Asia-Pacific have built systems of belief and knowledge that place deep attention on the existence of the soul, space, and the practices of honoring them (junjung) throughout the ages.

"In the times to come, the theme Roh–Rong–Reh (Soul–Space–Sincerity) will serve as an eternal reminder and a living alarm—never to betray the soul, wherever space we may inhabit."

This theme will further strengthen B-GAAD, which aims to facilitate the exchange of ideas, networking, and strategic communication among higher education institutions in Arts and Design, as well as in New Media, Liberal Arts, and other related artistic disciplines across the Asia-Pacific region.

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Vol. 1 (2025): Proceeding Bali-Global Arts and Design Symposium
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Myths and Noble Wisdom of Asia-Pacific Civilization

The Asia-Pacific civilization encompasses a rich repository of myths, indigenous wisdom, and noble values that have shaped cultural identities, spiritual frameworks, and knowledge systems for millennia. Amidst a dynamic global landscape—marked by technological disruption, ecological crises, and social polarization—re-examining these traditional narratives offers critical reflections and innovative solutions to contemporary challenges. This seminar seeks to illuminate how ancient Asia-Pacific discourses can provide fresh perspectives on global issues while fostering cross-cultural dialogue within a shared civilizational framework.

 
Published: 2025-11-23

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