The Malay Keris: Artistry in IronThe storied Malay keris, with its sinuous, serpentine blade, is an example of craftsmanship that shades into art. Working with bars of iron, blacksmiths forged blades according to prescribed configurations, and used their metalworking skills to create damascene patterns on their surfaces. The hilt and sheath of a keris are themselves works of art. According to tradition, the physical dimensions of a keris determined its value as a weapon. Moreover,

tetapi lebih kerana ia menyoal penguasaan mereka

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writings by Clara Peh and Danishwara Nathaniel and an interview with Jowin Foo

they have something to say about people

whose lives turn inside out when they encounter terror

which regulate everything from our brain’s development to our immune system’s functioning

These hoardings are not just physical structures but symbols that evoke a range of emotions and meanings

happiness soon feels a world away

What motivates the human tendency to construct Others

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especially among the humanoids

are unlike traditional owners of housing and other essential infrastructure