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The Ideas of Love in William Shakespeare’s Sonnets: An Existential-Psychological Analysis Based on Rollo May’s Theory of Love Agra Liz Tantri; Fatimah Muhajir
Ilmu Budaya: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, Seni, dan Budaya Vol 10, No 2 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Fakultas Ilmu Budaya Universitas Mulawarman

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30872/jbssb.v10i2.24058

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This study aims to examine the representation of the idea of love in three famous sonnets by William Shakespeare: Sonnet 18 (“Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?”), Sonnet 116 (“Let me not to the marriage of true minds”), and Sonnet 64 (“When I have seen by Time’s fallen hand defaced”), written during the Renaissance period. Using a humanistic approach, this study seeks to uncover how Shakespeare portrays love as a human experience using Rollo May's existential theory of love, which encompasses four forms of love: Sex, Eros, Philia, and Agape. The approach used was qualitative-descriptive, with textual analysis of lines of sonnets containing the theme of love. The focus of the research was to identify how Rollo May’s forms of love can be found and interpreted in those sonnets. The results show that the three sonnets do not emphasize the physical aspect of love (sex), but rather present a deeper and more complex form of love. The findings demonstrate that love in Shakespeare's sonnets has an existential dimension that aligns with Rollo May's view of love as a profound and meaningful human experience.
Don’t Worry…English is Easy: Strengthening English Writing Skills for SMPN 7 Loa Kulu Students in Kutai Kartanegara Regency: Penguatan Kemampuan Menulis Kosakata Bahasa Inggris Bagi Siswa SMPN 7 Loa Kulu Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara Ririn Setyowati; Agra Liz Tantri; Nita Maya Valiantien; Alamsyah Alamsyah
Jurnal Abdita Naturafarm Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): J Abdita Naturafarm
Publisher : B-Creta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70392/jan.v3i1.38

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Background: English literacy skills play a vital role in students’ academic and social development. Yet, many junior high school students still struggle with reading and writing due to limited vocabulary and exposure. Objective: This community service program, titled “Don’t Worry, English is Easy,” aimed to strengthen the English literacy skills—particularly reading and writing—of seventh-grade students at SMPN 7 Loa Kulu, Kutai Kartanegara Regency. Methods: The program was conducted by lecturers and students from the Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Mulawarman. The implementation involved observation, documentation, and literacy-based training using contextual materials such as “Introducing Myself,” “My Family,” and “My School.” Results: The findings revealed that students experienced difficulties with spelling and constructing English sentences. Common spelling errors were caused by phonetic interference and limited understanding of English orthography. External factors such as family background, lack of learning facilities, and minimal English exposure outside the classroom also contributed to these challenges. However, students showed increased motivation, confidence, and active participation throughout the training sessions. Conclusion: The program effectively enhanced students’ enthusiasm and engagement in learning English. It is recommended that similar community service programs be implemented continuously through collaboration between universities and schools to strengthen students’ English proficiency holistically.