The intersection of antiquarianism, colonialism and imperialism - How the collection of artifacts shaped national narratives
Essay - 8 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
Antiquarianism is the study and collection of ancient artifacts, which has played an important role in shaping national pride and cultural identity throughout history. More than just being a tool of entertainment and intellectual pursuit, in many cases, antiquarianism was closely linked to...
Gender, Ethnicity, and Culture
Essay - 4 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
'We are living in a modern world where a diverse American society is faced with both the benefits and challenges of diversity. Cultural diversity facilitates recognition of other cultures and frames connections between different cultures. At the same time, cultural diversity leads to...
Christianity
Essay - 1 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
A human manifestation of God is unique in all of human history because God is unique in his radical variations from anything created and anything that poses as a god or those falsely worshiped as a god. He is unlike any other being, for His holiness is unique and makes his separateness. God is...
Abortion, What Does God Think About It?
Essay - 4 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
One of the most widely debated issues in modern society is that of abortion. Despite being legalized since the Roe vs. Wade case in 1973, the issue remains contested by many groups based on health, psychological, moral, and religious reasons. To note, reported abortion cases in 1973 were about...
Reflection on Abrahamic Religions, Imperialism, and Modern Society
Essay - 2 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
In focusing on the intricate aspects of Abrahamic religions that Africa recognized and the far-reaching consequences of imperialism and colonial tropes of their modern world, we end up coming into contact with fascinating narrative parallels between the past and the present. This piece is a...
Decolonizing Masculinity: Mzoxolo Mayongo Rethinking Masculinity
Essay - 5 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
In postcolonial cultures like South Africa, the idea of masculinity is closely tied to gender, race, and class. The colonial power structures that favoured control, dominance, and the dehumanisation of Black men, often portraying them as overly sexual and primitive, significantly influenced...
To what extent did the abortion debate after Roe v. Wade mark the entry of Christians into politics?
Essay - 7 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
Abortion, a widely practiced method of terminating a pregnancy, is likely the most polarizing issue in the United States. Before 1973, in a majority of states, abortion was a crime, except to save the life of the mother. Tight regulations had made it difficult for clinics to operate, and women...
What Makes a Belief an Extremist Belief?
Essay - 4 pages - Culture, religion & civilization
Extremism or holding extreme beliefs is associated with terrorist atrocities and a rapid increase in hate crimes. Extremist beliefs are those beliefs that a group or individual holds closely that are outside the mainstream of society. Extremist beliefs can either be political or religious. Those...
