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    HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE

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    HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE 1. Architecture‚ with all its varying phases and complex developments‚ must have had a simple origin in the primitive efforts of mankind to provide protection against inclement weather‚ wild beasts‚ and human enemies. Hunters and fishermen in primeval times naturally sought shelter in rock caves‚ and these were manifestly the earliest form of human dwellings; tillers of the soil took cover under arbors of trees‚ and from them fashioned huts of wattle and daub; while shepherds

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    John Wesley born on 1703 in Epworth‚ England is regarded as one of the most important figures in the religious community. Wesley is highly regarded as the founder of Methodism. The Methodist movement formed out of the church of England with John and Charles Wesley‚ forming an organization called “Holy Club”. The "Holy Club" started in November 1729 and contributed in forming the Methodist religion as we know it today. Wesley teachings and life formed the Methodist doctrine which focuses on assurance

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    Architecture of Egypt

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    Architecture Ancient Egypt Architecture -  is the architecture of ancient Egypt‚ one of the most influential civilizations throughout history‚ which developed a vast array of diverse structures and great architectural monuments along the Nile‚ among the largest and most famous of which are the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Great Sphinx of Giza. Egyptian Architectural Columns The Great Pyramid of Giza‚ which was probably completed c. 2580 BC‚ is the oldest and largest of the pyramids‚ and is the

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    Beliefs

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    philippine studies Ateneo de Manila University • Loyola Heights‚ Quezon City • 1108 Philippines Barrio Houses in Negros Oriental: The Cebuan Filipino Dwelling in Caticugan Review Author: Francis C. Madigan Philippine Studies vol. 7‚ no. 3 (1959): 318–320 Copyright © Ateneo de Manila University Philippine Studies is published by the Ateneo de Manila University. Contents may not be copied or sent via email or other means to multiple sites and posted to a listserv without the copyright holder’s

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    Affects Human Behavior Architecture‚ a symbolic and intentional endeavour seems to reflect the psychology of its designers regardless of time‚ culture and perhaps even species. Space‚ form‚ and light are elements that are often incorporated either purposefully of unconsciously for aesthetic or practical reasons but more pointedly give creatures meaning‚ purpose and stability amidst an ever changing physical universe of seeming chaos (Popow‚ 2000). Architecture can be perceived as purely functional

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    Maya According to the articles posted‚ E-text and lectures from Professor Weidenbaum‚ the Upanishads explains‚ “Maya is the universe and everything in the world‚ including the reality of everything perceived through our senses‚ are illusions. Maya is described as all beings in the universe as part of the infinite splendor like thoughts and dreams. “Maya is the universe that takes on many different forms‚ including the physical things we see‚ the events that unfold before our eyes including our very

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    Gothic Architecture

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    Gothic Architecture Gothic Architecture is a very interesting topic that I chose because of its unique style. It was originated in the 12th century France to the 16th century‚ and it was also known as Frankish work. Gothic Architecture came from Romanesque architecture and was succeeded by Renaissance architecture. This style was mostly used by cathedrals builders. This type of architecture is commonly seen in Europe mostly in cathedrals‚ abbeys and churches. It is also common for castles‚ palaces

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    Religious Traditions and Religious Studies Historically‚ religion has influenced the decision making of humankind throughout the world. The decision of believers has significant impacts on how society is governed. The study of religion in most cases begins at an early age. An individual’s childhood beliefs and values influence their religious practices‚ as an adult. The predominant religion of a region‚ also influence an individual to practice a religion. Religion and religious beliefs has received

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    Mayan Architecture: Tulum

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    Mayan Architecture & The City of Tulum Outline I. Intro II. The Mayan Civilization A. Mayan Time Periods B. Mayan Territory C. Mayan Accomplishments D. Mayan Collapse III. Mayan Architecture A. Intro B. Tulum (Case Study) 1. Tulum ’s History 2. Tulum ’s Influences and Styles 3. Tulum ’s Design a. Site 1. Economy 2. Social Class Orientation 3. Defenses b. Buildings 1. El Castillo 2. Temple of Frescos 3. Temple of the Wind 4. Temple of the Descending God 5. Temple

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    Maya Gender Roles

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    The gender roles present men and women in the iconography or particularly in the Maya region‚ their names appear as syllabically spelled glyphs. Clemency Coigns’ work revealed that particular women were famous throughout the dimension-span recorded and that some women undoubtedly had been of amazing political importance. Coggins’ work portrayed that‚ though it’s not really common‚ women in Classic Maya society could in fact have political roles or leadership. The semasiography and iconography on

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