al-Khwārizmī‚ in full Muḥammad ibn Mūsā al-Khwārizmī (born c. 780‚ Baghdad‚ Iraq—died c. 850)‚ )‚ Muslim mathematician and astronomer whose major works introduced Hindu-Arabic numerals and the concepts of algebra into European mathematics. Latinized versions of his name and of his most famous book title live on in the terms algorithm and algebra. Images Al-Khwārizmī lived in Baghdad‚ where he worked at the “House of Wisdom” (Dār al-Ḥikma) under the caliphate of al-Maʾmūn. (The House
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The argument I find to be most convincing is the one that says‚ THE BIBLE IS THE WORD OF GOD BECAUSE OF ITS UNIQUE REVELATION OF THE PERSON OF CHRIST‚ the reason why this is so compelling to me because it is human nature that we “believe” in something. As human beings we are easily to be influence and persuaded (as Adam and Eve were in Genesis 3). Of course‚ if you believe in the BIBLE. That is why I find it so interesting that it is easy for men to argue about whether or not the BIBLE is true
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enlightenment felt when an individual gains an understanding of themselves in relation to others and the wider world. The gift of protection and security is vital for the individual to develop a sense of belonging‚ and help prevent alienation. ‘ The Simple Gift’ is a free verse novel written by Steven Herrick which features a protagonist‚ Billy‚ who feels a great disconnection with his society and the people around him. Likewise‚ ‘The Blind Side’‚directed by John Lee Hancock is a 2009 feature film
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Estephany Castro Topic: Why you should take a vacation every year General Purpose: To persuade Specific Purpose: By the end of my speech the audience will be more interested in taking a vacation every year. INTRODUCTION: Attention Getter: According to a study from the State University of NY‚ people who take at least one vacation a year reduce their risk of death by 20 percent. Purpose: By the end of my speech‚ my audience will be more inclined to take a vacation every year. Importance to Audience: My
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The trebuchet is a large machine of the trebuchet family formerly used as a siege weapon and now for history reenactment‚ recreational or engineering purposes. It was formerly one of the most powerful weapons in history‚ being able to fire a projectile to a distance of up to three hundred yards accurately. It consists of a lever arm laid across a supporting crossbeam (the fulcrum)‚ a heavy counterweight on one end‚ and a sling on the other. The sling would hold the load (projectile) during battle
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“Nigger” A Word That Should be put to Rest From the days of slavery until present time today the use of the word nigger has changed it’s meaning from being derogatory to a friendly gesture to a friend‚ and personally I want it abolished from the English language. Back in the days of slavery they used the word nigger to categorize black people in an offensive way‚ but now-a-days more and more people‚ mostly African-Americans‚ use the word in a friendly way talking towards their family and friends
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for basic survival while the lucky few indulge in luxuries without worrying about money. In my opinion‚ I strongly agree that the rising fuel price has pushed up the price of other consumer products and this will surely affect the society. In this essay‚ I would like to touch on the effects this price increase has on society today‚ were increasing vice activities‚ widening the gap between the rich and the poor and affecting the population trend in the long term. First and foremost‚ society will
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how does belonging emerge from connection to people? In both the simple gift‚ a collection of poems by steven herrick and UP a pixar film directed by Pete Doctor connections to people are present. in the simple gift the characters Old Bill and Billy have a similar connection to Carl and Russell. These connections lead to both groups sharing a feeling of belonging when they are together. Billy is a sixteen year old boy who has a lack of connection to his family and alcoholic father as well
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The words holiday or vacation have related meanings in different English-speaking countries and continents‚ but will usually refer to one of the following activities or events: A general leave of absence from a regular occupation for rest or recreation A specific trip or journey for the purposes of recreation / tourism Official or unofficial observances of religious/national/cultural/other significance‚ often accompanied by celebrations or festivities (public/religious holiday) A holiday or
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Experiences which are originally perceived as negative lead the individual to develop insight and reflect upon their current circumstances‚ ultimately resulting in a positive action and outcome. This is clearly demonstrated in the prescribed text‚ The Simple Gift by Stephen Herrick as we see the unlikely friendship and bond develop between the characters‚ Billy and Old Bill and the passionate relationship that forms between Billy and Caitlin. In this text‚ Herrick uses extensive amounts of literary techniques
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