Culture & traditions
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Although both terms are used loosely, it is common for Western philosophy to look towards Eastern traditions for inspiration. Whether these are rigid schools of philosophical thought or simply an individual's personal outlook on life, some key concepts can help us to make sense of our own existence....
Throughout history, a hegemonic definition of masculinity has been pervasive. The idea of maleness has traditionally been expressed in traits such as strength and the ability to protect, but also in emotional reticence and even violence. Such limited concepts and rigid definitions may be pervasive, but...
Are you someone who regularly questions the meaning of life? The search for some specific purpose for our existence is what separates us form the animals, but its unanswerable nature means a concrete answer is practically impossible. Every culture and society has come to certain conclusions which pervade...
Not all cultures hold as close to their traditions as Japan does. This is not to say they are not a modern nation. On the contrary, they are one of the most technologically advanced countries on the planet. But their respect for their predecessors is perhaps more visible than many other nations. This...
Whether you are a regular yoga practitioner, you are likely to have heard the word namaste. You may not have even heard it in relation to yoga. It could have been told to you by someone you met or used by a friend in various situations. Although the word namaste has been used frequently in various relaxation...
Have you ever drawn a heart for someone? As kids we might draw them on our notebook or, some of us, may even drew them to dot our i's. As adults we still might use them in greeting cards, and they are omnipresent in advertising and design. If you have every seen a real heart, we can see that it is not exactly...
Transcendentalism was a literary and philosophical movement begun in New England, USA during the 1820s. It started out as the ruminations of a very small group of activists, religious leaders and educators. Over time, more and more people were influenced by Transcendentalist beliefs and joined the movement...
William Wilberforce is one of those historical names you are likely to have come across, but may not necessarily know much about. It is a strong name (it has the word force in it) which represents a man of character who fought hard to make improvements according to his beliefs. These beliefs led him to be...
African folklore is a rich part of its literature, much of it stemming from the oral tradition. This means there are stories which may have eventually been written down, but before this were kept alive by older generations telling the tales to the younger. One of the most common characters in African...
If you have heard Fetty Wap's infectious 2014 single Trap Queen, you may have been bouncing along to the chorus and chanting the words without knowing what he's actually singing about. On the other hand it's become so popular, you may know the phrase 'trap queen' without having actually heard the song...
While Philippines is a developed country now, and most people there have started using fork, knife and spoon to eat their meals, their traditional way of eating food is the Kamayan. Basically, it means ‘eating with hands’. While utensils are a common thing these days, they still sometimes eat with hands to...
The British Royal Family at first glance might seem to have more capital than is actually the case. When you see them on TV with crowns on their head (the Queen at least), swanning about in vast chambers of gold gilded walls and waving scepters in the air like they just don't care, you might be forgiven...
The argument for and against stricter gun control laws has been an ongoing issue throughout the USA for many years. It is a controversial issue, mainly due to the fact that the majority of westernized countries are either opposed to the legality of firearms or have strict procedures and checks for those...
Have you every heard someone refer to the term 420, but don't know what it is? Well the number actually refers to a day and time, the 20th of April at 4:20pm. On this day or time around the world, marijuana advocates celebrate cannabis culture. Often referred to as 420, 4:20, or 4/20, it is basically...
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Your surname is your family name that you add to your first name. Sometimes, it is also called your last name, but in some cultures, it is prefixed before your personal name. Some surnames are rare in the world, while others are so common that millions of people can be easily found out there. Here at OneHowTo.com,...
Dance is a celebrated and ancient cultural tradition of India. Traditional dances abound people all across the country, and dancers are revered by all for their talent. Nataraj is the Lord of Dance that dancers of India worship. Almost every state has a dance form of its own, depicting its own cultures...
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Mayan civilisation has inhabited the American continent, specially Mexico, during hundreds of years. Nowadays there are still tribes that have inherited their features and characteristics. It was an agricultural-based civilisation, so their clothing was adequate for this kind of activity. If you don't...
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