defeated people were often forced to adopt the customs and even believes of their conquerors. This led to the formation of a new‚ blended culture in a process called syncretism. Through this process the costumes‚ religions and even languages of the most powerful groups were transferred throughout the world. Two of the best examples syncretism occurred in ancient Rome‚ when Christianity transformed the empire‚ and in the new world when the Americas were colonized by Europe. The Roman empire borrowed
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first compare the similarities of doctrine between the new system of beliefs and the ancient axiom. Next‚ one needs to consider how age-old allegories correlate to Christianity. The association of the primal virtues of the pagans and the new Christian canon as applied to morality shall be reviewed. We’ll examine how aged customs influenced Christian celebrations and idolatry. Finally‚ we’ll conclude the aforementioned dimensions of religion on how paganism influenced the social structure and it’s
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Cultural Syncretism Cultural Syncretism Christina Doty Alexis Garrett American InterContinental University Online HUMA215-1205B-07 Topics in Cultural Studies Erin Pappas January 27‚ 2013 Abstract The legacies of cultural syncretism in Africa‚ and the Americas have been compared and contrasted with the resistance to cultural change Westerners encounter in China and India. The cultural factors that caused these different outcomes are discussed. This discussion is followed by the legacies
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Cultural Syncretism Abstract The concept of cultural syncretism exists when two different cultures combine their ancient beliefs of the past to create new traditions and/or beliefs. There are several cultural factors that influenced both Africa and the Americas such as weaponry‚ technological advancements‚ medical and religious. China and India’s values were quite different when it came to cultural beliefs. They would isolate themselves from outside traditions‚ which made them more resistant to
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the Anglo-Saxon culture a true hero possessed many qualities. A hero was seen as a fearless warrior with strength‚ courage‚ intelligence and honor. Not only must a hero be willing to make the greatest sacrifice for glory and his people‚ but he must also do it with humility. The duality of Christianity and Pagan influence in Anglo-Saxon culture can be seen in the juxtaposition of the grandeur of a warrior and the humbleness of a hero (Brosamer 39). Beowulf is a resounding example of these Anglo Saxon
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Introduction The terms Witchcraft‚ Wicca‚ and Paganism are often used interchangeably. However‚ the terms have very different meanings and each term has a complex history. I begin with a discussion of each term which includes a brief history and a definition. I then sum up my conclusions at the end. Witchcraft The history of Witchcraft is difficult to trace because it remained an underground practice for most of its early history. Many of the scholars I researched suggested that Witchcraft didn’t
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of Christianity. However‚ the ideas in the poem are presented in both Christian God and pagan power which exemplifies Wyrd. Christianity and paganism are at opposite ends of the religious spectrum and each represent different beliefs and customs. Christians believe and follow the teachings of Christ and depend on the Bible for Spiritual guidance‚ but paganism is based on the belief and worshiping of other gods through sacrifices. Interspersed in each line is both elements‚ from the prologue to its
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Judgment Cochlea captures‚ corralling casually Sounds uncensored by receiving senses. Retreating ripples and their rolling resonance Steadily yet disconcertingly spur outward In some sort of a certain order. Juveniles jumbling as the jury judges‚ Turning and tumbling interminable pages. Moments of motion and marks of millennia Part at the centerfold‚ partially permanent Bargains of burden and unbearable losses Gauntly grapple for the gavel as goners. Cochlea captures‚ corralling casually
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identity. Agnes’s identity‚ both as a female and as Father Damien‚ is an imperfect example of syncretism‚ as they appear at times as two distinct individuals‚ and at others‚ the individual identities are indiscernible. Syncretism is a term related to the concept of hybridity‚ and is defined as “…the fusion of two distinct traditions to produce a new and distinctive whole (Ashcroft).” In this case‚ syncretism is being examined in the context of the combination of Agnes’s gendered identities to form
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Beowulf 1500 Years Later With over 1500 years separating the ancient Anglo-Saxon society from the modern day society an average person would believe there are no similarities. However‚ as portrayed in the epic poem Beowulf many similarities are present in ideals and traditions. The ideals portrayed by the main character Beowulf are extremely similar to the ideals the current society lives by. The Anglo-Saxons show throughout the story of Beowulf the traits of extreme bravery‚ violence‚ and
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