A Journal
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ISSN: 1521-2300
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With the increased interest in classical rhetoric over the past few decades, our field is
deep within a revival of the terminology of that rhetorical era. The name of this journal,
Kairos, is just one example of an ancient term that has regained popularity in contemporary
theory. As scholars such as Corbett and Kennedy warn us,
however, we need to be cautious in appropriating classical terminology. In addition to the variations
in meaning that come with any translations, we are also dealing with terms that were originally
deeply embedded within cultural contexts and their unique metaphors. Part of the purpose of this
web, then, is to explore some of those contexts and meanings that surrounded--and still inform--
the term kairos; such understanding is sure to add significance to our journal's
name. There are numerous starting points within this web, the paths of which cross threads with other paths along their ways. Here are a few places to begin your exploration of the history of the word kairos:
Many of the original meanings of kairos are based on metaphors or analogies rooted in within ancient Greek culture. This link begins to explore those metaphors.
Etymology [ Starting Points for "Layers" ]
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