East Asia East Asia is known for its culture and long history that stretches for thousands of years. Their long history paved way to the development of their rich culture and traditions and this is very evident to their festivities and occasion. One way to see the development of their culture through the years is through their wedding traditions. It is where you will see the intricate pattern of how people live and their belief in each era. Korea Korea is one of the countries in East Asia that
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West Asia Syria and Lebanon As in other parts of Asia‚ there was an upsurge for freedom in West Asia also immediately after the Second World War. You have read in the previous chapter about the movement of the people of Syria against the French rule. After the war‚ the French tried to restore their authority over Syria and Lebanon but‚ in the face of opposition from the people of these countries and the world opinion‚ they were forced to withdraw. Both Syria and Lebanon became independent by the
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Was the impact on public health the worst effect of the industrial revolution in 1750 to 1900? In 1750 our country‚ Great Britain‚ began its industrial revolution. The country was changed forever. Before 1750‚ most people had lived in the countryside and worked in a family business but in 1750 people flocked into towns to get jobs. New machinery had been invented and the richer classes used this as a way to make lots of money by setting up factories filled with these machines. It was out with
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Devin Brugman Extra Credit: Inside Islam RS 178 Inside Islam The documentary entitled‚ ‘Inside Islam: What a Billion Muslims Really Think‚’ is an eye opening and interesting film. I think it is an important film to watch for those who need a more clear understanding of the Muslim religion. Before watching the film‚ I knew barely anything about Muslims. The documentary profiles and explores fear of Muslims and the Muslim anti-Americanism view. The film‚ produced by Unity Productions Foundation
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Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world‚ consisting of 1.6 billion in 2010 with the projected growth of 2.76 billion in 2050 . Islam originated in Mecca‚ Saudi Arabia in the seventh century. The Arabic word “jihad” is translated as struggling or striving . It is most often associated with the concept of a spiritual or “holy war”. It is a religious duty used to portray a believer’s devotion to Islam. Throughout history the spread of Islam has been categorized between three periods‚ most
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carrying out public executions‚ crucifixions and other acts. The group controls hundreds of square miles. It ignores the international borders and has a presence from Syria’s Mediterranean coast to south of Baghdad. ISIS rules by Sharia Law‚ the custom-based body of law based on the Koran and the religion of Islam. The leader of ISIS is Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. There is not much known about him pertaining to where he is from‚ but he earned a doctorate in Islamic studies from a university in Baghdad. Al-Baghdadi
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about Leadership in the Islamic Perspective. Islam‚ a religion of peace but often misjudged and misunderstood has a very comprehensive concept of leadership that is centered on faith and values according to Allah (God). Often mistaken as a religion of terrorism‚ its true meaning and principles say otherwise. As a Maranao Muslim myself with the Christian roots of my Mother and being able to deal with all kinds of cultures with my work‚ I can conclude that Islam is one of the religions that few people understand
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Islam is the second most practiced religion in the world with 1.5 billion followers worldwide. With six million people practicing Islam in America‚ it is one of the fastest growing religions in this country. However‚ since the September 11th terrorist attacks of 2001 the Islamic religion has been under much scrutiny publically in America. Many people who practice this religion have been subjected to discrimination as well as verbal and physical attacks by fellow Americans. However a high level
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Road to Destruction Looking back on the past era‚ the world has developed‚ yet diminished as well. If the world continues on its present course‚ it may lead to disaster in society during the next hundred years as our own technological advances‚ increase in population‚ and limited natural resources will take its toll. These worries concern the world as it will not leave a well-organized tomorrow for our future. During the early stages of technological advancements‚ the world population
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What is Islam Islam is the religion of the holly Qur’an‚ and people who follow this religion are called Muslims. The belief of Muslims is that there is only one god who is grateful and carry about his subordinate. The prophet Mohammed‚ who wasn’t able to read before the gift from Allah (god in the Arabic language)‚ was the first to find Islam. After its recognition Islam was acquiring different denominations as Sunni Islam‚ Shia‚ Sufi‚ and Quraniyoon. The largest Islamic movement is the Sunni
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