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The aba or abaya is a piece of outer clothing that has gained the most of its popularity among the Bedouin tribes.

In his article, the author points out the value of symbol for the human culture and argues that without symbols, a human cannot be fully considered human.

Africans have a way of understanding the world, which is not seen; for instance, they have a particular way of interacting with the supernatural world of spirits and believe in spiritual powers that influence different [...]

During the days of mourning, the neighbors and relatives are not allowed to engage in any form of manual work: this is meant to be a consolation signal to the deceased's relatives.

Thus, the cultural anthropology and the discussion of the people's culture as the phenomenon are based on the unity of such notions as cultural diversity and universality.

James Rachels argues that this theory considers all the cultural practices to be good and valued according to the view of their adepts. Cultural Relativism is a good theory that enables people to learn various [...]

This is because personality forming entails the internalization of the features of a culture. The hypothesis states that "cultural factors have a significant influence in the development of individual personality".

Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated all over the world today due to the spread of the Irish heritage around the globe.

Paul looks at how understanding and communication are essential to analysing issues of culture and conflict among people from different cultural backgrounds.

People refer the festival to as the festival of Sweets. In the South East Asia, and Indian populations elsewhere in the world, people celebrate the Diwali somewhat differently.

The other value is cohesion in the group; a leader is the semblance of unity in any group or society, therefore, he or she must represent the will of the majority.

The Malaysian economy is one of the largest in Southeast Asia by GDP and performs well at the global stage. The main event in Hari Merdeka is the Merdeka Parade, which is a culmination of [...]

Oral tradition is still vital in ensuring that the stories and culture of people are preserved and shared between generations. Technology is a medium that facilitates the capturing and sharing of oral tradition.

Just like other cultures of the world, African culture is reflected through its folklore, the tales that have profound meaning and give insights into the belief system and norms of the African community.

The 7th Century marked the beginning of the implementation of trade and tax measures as defining elements of the Muslim state as the centralized empire began its transformation into a nominal confederation.

The leading theory on the topic of Stonehenge's purpose is that it was created to serve as a ritual or burial mound, as a lot of human and animal remains were excavated from the site.

With its focus on ethics, particularly, the necessity of catering to the needs of the disadvantaged, specifically, the elderly, Muslim culture is worth studying as the source of wisdom and a window into the worldview [...]

Preview: After conducting in-depth research, in the next few minutes, I will inform you about the history of Halloween, how the modern trick-or-treat tradition came to be, and the practice of wearing costumes.

After the abolishment of slave trade, and the subsequent abolishment of segregation laws, African Americans attained full citizenship in America.

The presentation gives detailed explanation of the research findings of understanding the stages of cultural shock.

Thus, culture is a flexible feature of non-animal communities that penetrates their subsistence and helps to adjust to the surroundings. The last concept, civilization, is the consequence of the constant changes of the first two [...]

Popular culture surrounds us everywhere: in our computers and phones, in our homes and outside. It has several functions and a vast potential to unite and divide people.

A stereotype is a common or popular belief about certain people or behaviors of certain individuals. People from different cultures have different stereotypes.

The woman's finger was tied in the joint with some string for half an hour, thereby numbing it to lessen the pain of amputation and cut off the blood circulation.

In conclusion, the understanding of the term "leisure time" depends on the individual point of view and attitude of the person rather than on the type or the location of the activity.

This is part of the reason that there have been different NGOs that have been established to step in to help people to secure a visa and migrate as they move around the world and [...]

The other reason behind the waning popularity of the kimono is the intricate design used in its knitting. In the beginning of the 18th century, the name of this garment was changed to kimono.

He reasoned that people do not have the money for such things and that it is considered to be a sign of weakness in their culture.

As the author and his family were living with them for 15 years as guests in the village, they had no choice but to abide by the cultural norms and traditions of the Kandoka people.

Now, by reading the article "The Cult of Ethnicity, Good and Bad" we are asked to maintain the same open-mindedness as the article begins to highlight the struggles of ethnic groups within our borders and [...]

The traditional culture of the land is defined by the beliefs in the supernatural powers that form startling information on the history and culture of the communities.

The short story illustrates the uncertainties of time in the mind of the narrator. In the morning, the narrator explains that the streets were clear and beautiful with plants and fruits, but the scenario is [...]

One the most dehumanizing restrictions of this dynasty was that women were never allowed to remarry after a husband's death, a law that was enforced in the pretext of preserving the chastity of women on [...]

For a high UAI, It means that communication and preparation in the company is in time. An example is a company that wants to invest or intends to start a business in the United Kingdom [...]

The fading Chinese influence in the modern Japanese culture is due to the isolation of the two lands from the world.

The concepts of the diversity of the US culture that are shared in this article are important as they are address different elements of a culture that are important when it comes to determining how [...]

The film Motherland, which is African-owned cinema, represents the glory and majesty of Africa and at the same time calls for unity, self-determination and the rebirth of Africa.

One of the articles that was written by Kincaid gives her experiences in England which portrays her cultural baggage as she finds it quite hard to fit in this society and to adopt a similar [...]

Nevertheless, the actual realities of Caribbean living point out to the fact, unlike what the proponents of a strong 'Caribbean identity' would like us to believe, the natives in the Caribbean proper continue to think [...]

Of particular interest is how two North American communities, Ojibwoy and Lakota, conceptualised the pipe especially when it came to matters of rites and ceremonies.

These cultural values differentiate one community from the other and thus the need to reduce misunderstanding and conflicts in the business world.

Spain, on the other hand, has adapted the ultra option for the beauty scene just like in the U.S. Most people believe that the ideal nature of beauty is in the context of the U.S.

In Chile, education and wealth are the main determinants of one's ability to belong to a particular social class. Chileans use Spanish to conduct business since it is the dominant language in their country.

All the expenses of the marriage are taken care of by the parents of the couple. The reason why arranged marriages are encouraged among the Hindus is that there is utmost respect compared to marriages [...]

It is uniformly, if not more, essential to be capable of communicating using the general idioms and references of the culture which people of that culture practice. It is thus essential that culture literacy is [...]

Strategies of coping with culture shock include admitting that feelings arising from culture shock are normal, making friends with the locals, learning some elements of the local culture, maintaining close contact with family members and [...]

There are three forms of associating with other people, according to the authors of Stuart Hall's theory of hegemonic reading: dominant-hegemonic reading, negotiated reading, and oppositional reading.

Open endings and the absence of solutions to the problems were other characteristic features of the selected movement. The themes of pre-marital sex, distrust of authority, and materialism are present in The Graduate.

Henceforth, this case study will consider the example of a girl who belongs to the culture of American Indians and Pacific Islanders and at the same time has problems with cultural identity.

Can the process of digiphrenia be adapted through self-awareness as suggested by Rushkoff or eventually the self-awareness can become identified with the narrative itself, leading to the full collapse of the mind?

It is important to note that the practices of intercultural communication and cultural intelligence provide significant insight and understanding to communicate an unchanging gospel message to people from diverse cultures and contexts.

In turn, the Internet as a way of collecting and transmitting information is included in the structure of modern culture as its most crucial element.

At the core of Wheeler's confluence theory of pilgrimage is the argument for the distinction between the communal or collective and the private or personal.

They give a reflection of the life of the Aboriginal groups The cultural heritage consists of items or places that are of significance to the Aboriginal people on their traditions, customs and history.

For instance, in the evening, I realized that there was a session to make phone calls to family members around and out of the United States.

The Japanese art of sushi is conservative and defines the feeding habits of the ancient Japanese. In addition, a large section of the Vietnamese diet consists of fat and carbohydrates as opposed to the American [...]

Glassie's great attention and expertise in the field of folk culture greatly appears in his presentation of the book and the examples he uses.

To portray the events of the twentieth and the twenty-first century I want to create a virtual time capsule that will be buried at this point and opened many years later.

In the Jewish culture - both in the classical and the ancient time - the family formed and still is a basic unit of the society and whose role in the sustenance and development of [...]

Incases people of the opposite sex are greeting each other; it's the man who is supposed to initiate the greetings and offer his hand to the woman but not the opposite.

The jian sword is the most commonly used and most commonly practiced sword in the martial arts of the Chinese tradition not just as a weapon but as a symbol to their culture.

While discussing the points in favor of arranged marriage, the writer does not seem to have taken a stand in favor yet he has provided evidence to show that arranged marriage is an outlet for [...]

Italian Americans are defined as Italian immigrants living in the United States of America or someone born in the United States with an Italian heritage.

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the building blocks of a culture that is different from that of the author of this writing.

The investigated article "Hybridity and the Rise of Korean Popular Culture in Asia" by Doobo Shim is also devoted to one of such cultural phenomena as it tends to explain the growing popularity of Korean [...]

Usually, the representatives of different races and nationalities enter countries that are not their native, adding diversity to the homogeneous people of that state.

Nevertheless, one factor that appears to be persistent in all perspectives is that culture explains the set of shared values and virtues that a given group of people associates with. The theme of the role [...]

This work explains my racial and ethnical background, the challenges I have gone through, effects of these challenges and the necessary measures that I have taken to improve my profession as a counselor.

They have a unique culture that is characterized by a unique parenting style, structure of the family, the role of gender in the family, and their views on marriage.

Thus, within the cosplay subculture, there are a number of activities for the participants to choose from. A set of values and norms is also present in the cosplay subculture.

Thus, the objective of this paper is to analyze various approaches to the interpretation of popular food as a part of modern culture, to explore the contemporary food in the framework of cultural authenticity, and [...]

This responsibility is given to the fathers of both the bride and the groom, who have to agree that their children are good enough to bring up a responsible family.

That is why the experiment should be repeated in order to state the credibility of the results and the integrity of the overall investigation.

Diwali is one of the major festivals in the country. Ghoomar dance is also common in the region.

The understanding of the relevant cultures helps in knowing where the people around us originate. The religion types are unique to the areas where they are found and exemplify the culture of people who participate [...]

Relativism continues to experience controversy and contention due to its core ideals that seek to defend the relative and volatile nature of truth and ethical conduct in social contexts.

In the definition of culture, emphasis has been laid on the premise that it involves people adapting to the conditions in which they live.

The cultures traditions and historical concepts of the Middle East have over the centuries been characterised as by a distinct sense of variety that stems from a whirlwind of customs and traditions.

The article goes on to argue that classifying visual culture as a distinct discipline is like to mix up religion with theology whereby religion is the 'field' while theology is its wouldogmatic intellectual circumscription' The [...]

However with the phasing of the government policies in to the adoption of the 1870s epoch, it was aimed to enhance the exports of lacquerware to Western countries.

The experience of attending the Mexican festival stretched my cultural perception as I discovered that Mexicans have a rich culture in terms of food, art, and music.

However, joy is also one of the most important factors affecting development of people's rituals and traditions. Other traditions and beliefs bring the joy of accomplishment to people's lives.

This paper explores the uniqueness of the Iroquois culture and the reason it is widely admired by many people in the world today. The different tribes in the Iroquois League helped a lot in the [...]

This issue has been carefully examined in media that specifically focuses on the development and transformation of the counterculture which, in its turn, has provoked the expansion of capitalism, has introduced innovation to mainstream culture, [...]

In the United States, although the official language is English, the regions that are dominated by Mexican American the use speak Spanish often compared to English.

Characteristics of American culture share the same characteristics with the Nacirema culture because they are hardworking and rich, ritualistic in their daily routine, civilized in their living standards and are a healthy society.

This is another issue that should be considered by people who believe that ethical norms should be assessed within the context of a culture.

Therefore, it tries to diversify the viewpoints present in research and create a knowledge that is not centered in any one particular culture.

Throughout history, a variety of societies and cultures have employed masks as a form of cultural artifact. In Chinese music, the erhu has a lengthy history and is frequently connected to opera and traditional folk [...]

There are several lessons I learned from such gatherings, including the power of sharing a common experience and the importance of supporting the value of the family.

In assuring innovation in the makeup of African American women, designers must aim to comprehend the significance and comprehension of the African art culture.

They were located in the regions covering the Yucatan Peninsula, modern-day Guatemala, Belize, parts of the Mexican states of Tabasco and Chiapas, and the western parts of Honduras and El Salvador.

Their interactions led to a massive change in the norms and traditions of the African communities. This is where a weaker society adapts to the culture of another community that is powerful.

The ethnic diversity of the Middle East is mirrored in the number of languages spoken. Due to the large number of Arabs in the Middle East, Islam is the most popular and widely practiced religion, [...]

During the story, Wonder Woman fights against injustice and evil numerous times, defeats the villains, and in the end, she becomes the Queen of the Amazons.

For example, my own culture is similar to the culture of my friends and the people surrounding me as we live within the same context and share similar approaches. It is explained by the social [...]

The artistic works were to be created as a reflection of their spiritual strength and as clear evidence of beauty concerns.

Third, the calls to action have been suggested as 'in progress-project underway,' and the appropriate parties have introduced a plan and finance, and it is already in place to proceed within the schedule.

Culture formation is usually stipulated by the need to transmit the acquired knowledge to generations to promote their survival and the development of relationships within society and with nature.

Before delving into the specifics of the common Western themes, it is important to understand what is meant by a cultural narrative in the first place.

The core value of Hinduism is the Vedas which are the spiritual rituals in the culture of Indians. The third day forms the occasion's climax because it incorporates the primary wedding ceremony and the reception.

The importance of the cultural patriarchal society suffers the whims of the feminist movement that has underscored the cultural values and roles of women.

The aim of the study is to describe the challenges that can arise during communication with the Eastern people and to find the solution to these challenges.

Kay Schaffer's critique aims to examine the formation of a national character, taking into account the concept of the typical Australian and the associated woman through the example of historical and literary texts.

Increased income result in increased living standards. As a result, tourism gains popularity among the citizens of the United Kingdom.

The Lenape culture is one of the most significant one in the development of New Jersey. Moreover, more archive websites should be created to preserve the rich history and culture of the Lenape people.

For the population of favelas as portrayed in the City of God, the isolation from the rest of the city is a default condition normal in the context of their daily lives.

Through the whole story, the readers may see that under the pressure of life in Chinatown, and especially under the pressure of financial struggles, the members of Ona's family engage in practices that are disapproved [...]

The knowledge and skills of embroidering, making ceramics among many others are a heritage that is taught to coming generations. Embroidery happens to be among the most significant conservative pieces of art and craft that [...]

As a result, the population of the country was forced to adapt to rapid cultural changes and flow of expatriates who came to the country to study and work.

The point of his work is showing the connection between material culture the society produces and uses and the cultural background which can be traced from it.

The dance is the part of religion and culture, it is the vision of the world. The notion of a character in Yoruba culture is also an of humans' inner development.

For a proper understanding of other cultures, it is realized that one has to acknowledge that the term 'understanding' is just but a matter of degree that would inform the judgment.

The article also seeks to give a detailed elaboration of the concepts and methodological approaches that can be taken in the quest to address the issue of interethnic systems while putting emphasis on the critical [...]

The book ends with the author claiming that the purpose was to enlighten the reader about the life and beliefs of the tribe without being judgmental and one feels that the author has succeeded in [...]

The plates have to be placed at the center of the table in front of the guest and the knives and spoons on the right side of the guest.

This facts of his biography that cover this participation include organizing the branch of the American Indian Movement in Cleveland, the participation in costumed protests in Plymouth, a symbolic demonstration in Mount Rushmore, the protests [...]

The centers of the Greek culture were initially the Island of Crete, but then moved to the continent and developed to the level of one of the greatest cultures in the world's history in the [...]

In the current analysis of the barbaric features of Western civilization the due attention will be paid to Conrad and Kafka's works as well as Werner Herzog and Truffaut films.

With many Mexicans having migrated to the states, many have adopted the American and the blacks way of life which they have taken back home after their stay in America.