Culture Essays

The simple fact that Brazilians offer a hug as a greeting, while Indians prefer a handshake, can be very valuable in making proper decisions on how to interact with those individuals. Also, native slang used in international communication is to be avoided since a saying common to the US might not be understood in the same way by a person from a different culture.

A neutral observer cannot blame Islam alone for the clashes between the Islamic world and other countries. At the same time, it is a fact that some Islamic names are behind every terrorist attack in the world. It should be noted that apart from the 9/11 incident, Islamic terrorists are responsible for attacking Mumbai city.

The Chinese women have suffered so much oppression against the men that they do not prefer masculine and independent men. Men still desire to play the dominant role, which means no society has yet been able to give equal status to women. In every culture, men are still urged to excel and women encouraged to be good mothers.

The Indigenous cultures of Australia are the oldest living cultures in the world. Archaeological investigations in the northwest of Australia suggest that Indigenous people may have occupied Australia for at least 60,000 years (Bridge & Watson, 1999, p 443) Bridge, G., & Watson, S. (1999) The Blackwell City Reader. Sydney: Blackwell Publishing.).

The democratic and institutional building is immensely significant within India and China since both these nations are trying their best to let the world know what exactly their due potential is. Since India and China are a part of the Asian bloc, the importance of this continent has risen steadily.

The future of books holds a very novel and interesting concept. As virtual libraries increase their collection and better their stock by the day, it makes knowledge available to all, especially for those people who do not have access to reading libraries. Google had started by digitalizing books to create the largest virtual library.

The utilitarian nature of some of the sculptural work has given some context to some of the traditions found in Native American cultures. Some of the more detailed sculptural works have been found on the ladle that was carried by members of the communities. These food purposed instruments, called ladles by European travelers.

Culture is an integral component of any organization. The society within which a given culture exists tends to act based on a common agenda. Culture determines the manner in which people interact both internally and externally. An understanding of different cultures is essential as it defines the manner in which people undertake cross-cultural components.

Culture refers to the set of social norms, values, mores, traditions, activities, religious beliefs and cult, festivals, language, dresses, philosophy, art and literature adopted, observed, produced, and followed by the individuals of a society or community belonging to some specific geographical boundaries or region within the prescribed period of time. 

The first section (the repertory of orientalism) deals with the repertory of images that keep reoccurring in connection with the issue of orientalism, like the image of sensual women that are meant to be used by men, and the image of the east being portrayed as a mysterious place with numerous monsters and secrets.

When solving behavioral problems such as temper tantrums, the kind of family system has a strong impact on the success of planning, execution, and intervention. Other than deciding on household activities such as visiting their grandparents or having time to socialize with other children, parents are normally who are in charge of setting rules.

Any culture is passed from one generation to another so as to preserve its value; it brings together the components of human existence and extends from the inner self to other members within the society and the whole community. Culture is represented through the art and festivals, literature, customs and traditions of said community, the food is eaten, and the clothing worn.

Despite the widespread use of the themes of Animal Farm for decades now, the use of the manifestations described in Animal Farm has decreased due to various reasons. Over the period of many centuries, the themes of Animal Farm have been used in films, literary works, and other mediums. But the concepts discussed in this masterpiece are not being used today like they have been used in the past.

However, some religious factions who strongly oppose the medium of cinema and these religions' followers are strictly banned from watching movies. Though there is such restriction existing among different religious groups, they violate the rules very often.

All that remains is for the cycle of migration to begin again with the next generation, in the hope that one day the extreme dualities of the former colony and former master will be erased, and a new meaning to the journey will emerge, which allows positive interactions and successful reintegration of the traveler back into his original homeland.

In other words, knowing an individual is to see a culture and vice versa. As culture and identity are closely associated with each other, it is our responsibility to maintain and preserve our cultural identity for the new generation and people outside our culture because cultural heritage offers people a genuine window to look closely at the richness and grandeur of the past and present of a society or a community.

Kenya is a multi-ethnic country with over 42 tribes. For this reason, although there is a national Kenyan culture, there are also 42 sub-cultures corresponding to the 42 tribes in Kenya. The predominant tribe in Kenya is Kikuyu, followed by the Luhya, the Luo, and then the Kamba. These four tribes in Kenya account for more than 50% of the population of Kenya.

However, they have not always portrayed their perfect societal characteristics but the community appreciates this presentation of their culture. Idealistically, heroes are not individuals who put on costumes and protect society by fighting crimes as the current generation views it.

Jackie Chan as Wong Fei-hung in Drunken Master 2 (Jui Kuen II) shows the typical Chinese hero who is faced with the predicament of having to choose between defending his honor and protecting the culture of his country or upholding his father’s wishes to keep out of trouble and stay away from the Drunken Boxing style of kung fu.

According to the normal Christian faith, baptism should be done during infancy while Amish culture gives the members of the church, upon their sixteenth birthdays, the liberty to enjoy their lives beyond the rigid rules of their faith. This tradition which is known as Rumspringa allows young people to indulge in the luxuries of life.

Man’s nature, as told in historical events and contemporary events, remains the same. Man is basically neither good nor bad but acts under the guidance of his instinct and intellect in a given situation. Cultural contexts and social mores only serve to robe or accentuate his innate behavior that is laid bare in difficult circumstances.

The importance of the ritual was for the male members to dance for a particular length of days while looking at the burning hot sun, or some call it heaven. The dance became a symbol of willingness to give up oneself for the happiness and safety of the tribe. The sacrifice was given to the divine powers, which control the destiny or fate of the tribe.

Cultural evolution is an important aspect of human evolution and it is evident by comparison between the contemporary cultural practices and the ones followed a few decades back. It is a natural process to adapt to changes and move on in life. However, when it comes to making business in a foreign land, it becomes difficult to first know the culture prevalent.

Meanings and symbols are produced and reproduced, and the way that they can negatively impact cultural and gender stereotypes are often dismissed and swept under the rug. In truth, this reproduction of labeling and stereotyping, because it is so insidious, is what perpetuates the differences and makes it difficult to truly bridge cultural divides. 

Globalization has different meanings depending on the field of study such as economics, sociology, politics, and anthropology In economic terms globalization refers to the expansion of trade and finance among nations due to the removal of trade barriers and deregulation. Free markets and liberal ideas are the main themes in economic globalization.

Despite the diversity of cultures, immigrants from Asian regions share their traditional dishes about cooking techniques and composition of meals. Social occasions are usually graced with snacks and desserts in addition to a variety of dishes. Their food is therefore prepared by way of barbecuing, boiling, steaming, stir-frying, and deep-frying.

In The Missions Book by Benton-Banai, Anishnabi is presented as the first man on earth. Anishinabe is placed on earth by the Creator and is given the responsibility of naming all the animals, water bodies, and body parts (Benton-Banai, 2010).

The story revolves around the struggle of the Naga tribe who strongly oppose the revolution of industrialization and modernization in their culture. Rendra shows that some foreign forces are trying to implement this change of culture in the Naga Tribe.

While not all Europeans coming to the new world practised Christian traditions, most had at least some experience with the basic tenants involved and were able to form a connection based on these ideas. “It served as common ground on which white settlers could stand together in the struggle for survival in the wilderness of the New World.

After the Renaissance, writers in America have followed a new style or method of storytelling and versification. The expression of national spirit is another major characteristic of the new American style. The number of narrative poems written during that period has remarked the spirit of American nationality.

Therefore student exchange programs are not only difficult to comprehend at times but also very important within the global dynamics of education. Australian and Pakistani educational quarters have to do a lot more than they are doing at the present. These steps would mean more success in the coming times as it is being achieved presently.

It has an interdependent and hierarchical society, where etiquettes are a part of the everyday protocol. All this is at poles with Australia where an egalitarian society flourishes and history and traditions do not carry much significance. Student exchange to Japan, hence, provides a vital learning experience to Australian students as they get a chance to learn a wholly diverse lifestyle.

Perspective also plays a role in the discussion by Thomas Brachert in the examination of Leonardo’s connections between music and proportion in art. According to Brachert, Leonardo equated the proper measure for proportion depended upon the same kind of interval scale as that achieved in writing music.

While most of the students learn to accept and conform to the rules of schools, cultural differences may play an important role in apparent discipline problems in the school simply because some cultures fail to know, accept or conform to school norms which are either divergent or incongruous with their own cultural or communicative norms.

The Chinese painting ‘The Buddha of Medicine Bhaishajyaguru (Yaoshi fo)’ at the Metropolitan Museum of Art is symbolic of the rich Art heritage of the Yuan dynasty. The process of unearthing the deeper meaning of the Artwork (The Buddha of Medicine Bhaishajyaguru (Yaoshi fo)) is possible by comparing the same with another Artwork.

By the late 1700s, large-scale debates within the theatre community and public as well had long raged regarding the question of whether or not the government had the right or authority to have ultimate power over theatre productions. High among their concerns was the scrutiny under which play-writes found themselves.

The history of women of Korea speaks a lot on the low-level consideration of women. The treatment women as inferior sex to man, and the discrimination and sexual harassment in the working places were there. Still, by the beginning of 1960s, the innovations of laws have given them equal rights, both in the working places and in society.

It can take subtly essentializing and paternalistic forms, but generally speaking, it reinforces imperialistic ideas about the Orient that were first transmitted by Western explorers. Not all of these ideas are necessarily bad, but some critics believe they have come to dominate the West’s public perception of Eastern cultures, to the point of drowning out authentic Eastern voices.

The Cubans in Miami, if one were to quote Cuba’s national poet Nicolas Guillén, are "todos mezclados" or all mixed up. This is partly because Miami, with its heterogeneity, is a land of contradictions. The multiculturalism which pervades in the city makes it not only incredibly culturally volatile but also bears testimony to the newness of its development.

There are many similar examples in the practice of the international business (Spangle 2002).  In order to avoid such misunderstandings, the knowledge of the cultural differences can be very helpful.  Despite the rapid globalization, cultural differences still play a significant role in determining the success of business operations. 

But this era was not all about fun and entertainment, great changes also took place like anti-immigration laws, the prohibition act, the rise of the republicans, the movement of the Blacks, women’s rights, resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan (KKK), the Scopes Monkey Trial, continuing rural poverty and many more political, social and commercial upheavals.

This paper aims to engender an understanding and acceptance of the cultural differences in the minorities that exist alongside the American culture. Specifically, it features the Filipino-American and Mexican-American cultural communities. This paper describes their culture in terms of the language, values, beliefs, and norms that distinguish them from all other racial groups and communities.

Many of the Norse tales regarding the gods center upon war, battling evil, and a great deal of death. These are reflected in many of their stories, including the epic of Beowulf.  In contrast, the Greeks had stories that might also end with a great deal of bloodshed, but this was usually instigated by concerns of love.   

I found the Chinese culture to be very interesting citing their very humble way of life. No wonder my friend Lee is always very calm and happy no matter how bad a situation. Compared to Chinese culture, my American culture lacks originality and pride. We Americans borrow traditions from other cultures like the Chinese. 

All human beings have to eat in order to survive and consequently, food is very important in our lives because without it, otherwise, we would cease to exist. Food has been seen to be related to the culture of people and because of this, people tend to be selective of the food they eat because they tend to consider what their culture dictates about certain foods.

There is little doubt that material things define people, in the sense, these items become imbued with concepts and ideas to them. This process can be termed as culture-making activities by which materiality is concerned with how objects made by Man become a reflection of himself in many instances.

Planning and scheming the investigational technique, is an essential component of the plan and must be revolved around providing specific answers and questions. This as result will permit a precise replication and confirmation by self-dependent researchers, therefore making sure that the outcomes are verified as actual.

In conclusion, from this case in illustration, I note the key understanding that conflicts can take varied shapes, some of which may not appear as adverse. For instance, this case includes two very unlikely and incomparable parties that are the Aboriginal community versus the health sector of the country.

The first humans to arrive in Australia did so between forty thousand and seventy thousand years ago. It has been estimated that the first original population reached over three hundred and fifteen thousand people, though this number could have gone as high as seventy hundred and fifty thousand. The beginning of British colonization of Australia began in 1788, in Sydney.

Basque is an inflected language. This means that words (or more correctly lexemes) are modified according to grammatical information reflecting gender, tense, number, time, mood and person. For example, in English the usual rule of adding ‘s’ or ‘es’ as a suffix to indicate plural is not always followed with say, ‘mouse’ changing to ‘mice’ and ‘child’ to ‘children’ in the plural.