Okeke sums up his categorization by pointing out the fact that man is at the lowest level of the hierarchical structure. As a result of that, for man to survive, he must do everything possible not to annoy any of spirits. In a situation whereby…
Essays on Celebrations & Rituals
The African movement of individuals through childhood unlike the western societies is not marked by arbitrary fixed ages but by rites of passage that lack chronological specificity as African societies deem childhood as a period of training as evidenced by the persistent demands of adults…
Included in this chapter is a review of related literature. This comprises information regarding Obo Manuvu ethnic group including some of their cultural practices and geographic location. Further, beliefs and practices on death across some countries are accounted. Moreover, this chapter presents interrelated perspectives on…
Background of the Study: Located in Fredericton New Brunswick, St. Thomas University is a school that prides itself on being ‘the small university of big opportunity’ (St. Thomas University) and promises things such as a sense of community as well as the opportunity to develop…
The Notion of Carnivalesque in Bakhtin’s “Epic and Novel” by Vaishali ‘Epic and Novel’ is an essay authored by Mikhail Bakhtin in 1941 that contrasts the novel to the epic. A literary mode characterized by mocking or satirical challenge to authority and the traditional social…
Winterlicious is a food festival that is held each year in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, which runs the first two weeks of February. Therefore, as an international student, I am very honored to be one of the participants this year, which is a great opportunity for…
He is dying, Cytherea, your tender Adonis, What should we do? Beat your breasts, girls, tear your tunics…’ This famous fragment is the oldest evidence about mourning over Adonis death, derives from the 7thcentury B.C.E poem of Sappho. The choir of girls asks Aphrodite what…
Nepal is a small and beautiful developing landlocked country in South Asia. Nepal shares border China in the north and share border India in the south, east, and west. The total area of Nepal is 147,181 square kilometers. Nepal is approximately 800 kilometers long and…
With delicate white, trumpet shaped petals and yellow stamens the Easter lily is revered for its wonderful fragrance and magnificent bloom during the springtime. The Easter lily can be seen every year leading up to the Easter season pinned on the shirts of Catholics and…
The Iriabo tribe is a group of people located in Nigeria, Africa. The Iriabo tribe is also known as Iriapu. Boys and girls have rituals to become men and women, which means that they must participate in ceremonies to reach adulthood. In order to reach…
The Powhatan Indians had many rite of passages for both males and females. The Powhatan tribe were leaders of a league called the Powhatan Confederacy, which was a union of at least 30 Algonquin-speaking tribes. North American Indian leader, father of Pocahontas, took over the…
In the Sioux culture, religion has been an important part of daily life. With religion, traditional practices and ceremonies have been believed to be a way of connecting to nature’s spirits and gaining protection for the tribe. The Sioux based their lives on the belief…
The Fulani people, also known as Fulbe or puels, are one of the largest groups in the Sahel and West Africa. The total Fulani population numbers are more than 6 million. The Fulani are nomadic trading people. Their language is stretched across twenty different countries…
Miner’s (1956) Body Ritual Among the Nacirema examines the customs of the North American Nacirema tribe. This society is mainly concerned with their health and handsomeness, depending on magic and body rituals to prolong lives and enhance looks. These customs require great efforts to maintain,…
Mardi Gras, French for “Fat Tuesday,” is traditionally celebrated the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday which is the day Lent begins. Mardi Gras is most popular in the United States in New Orleans, Louisiana. New Orleans first Mardi Gras can be dated back to March 3,…
Mardi Gras, also known as Lundi Gras, which means Fat Tuesday, is a French holiday that is celebrated once every year, on the Christian calendar It starts on January 6, also known as the twelfth Knight, the feast of the epiphany, and it ends on…
Every year, millions of people travel to New Orleans for the city’s yearly Mardi Gras festival. Though many people consider the holiday as Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday, when the Christian season of Lent begins, it commences on the Feast of the Epiphany…
Easter is not only a time of deep reflection for those of the Christian faith, but it is also a time for friends and family get-togethers. It is that long weekend, which brings that much-needed break from a busy and whirlwind-like first quarter of the…
In David Foster Wallace’s article, Consider the Lobster, Wallace starts this article off explaining the festival he was attending, known as Maine Lobster Festival. Wallace starts by explaining what the Maine Lobster Festival is all about, from the crowd that is drawn in right down…
Overview The purpose of this research report is to take a look at the nature of the ritual of Baptism in the Lutheran Church. My report will include a detailed explanation of the ritual with a focus on purpose, participants, place, structure and objects. In…
Introduction Having a baby on the way can be very hectic because there are many things that need to be done in order to be prepared. Before the baby is born, the whole family is in a rush to prepare; trying to get diapers, clothes,…
Visualizing I have a baby on the way, some main concerns I would have would be to ensure that the child receives a baptism in a Catholic ceremony and has a faith based upbringing. In most cases, a parent asks to have their child baptized…
This festival is during the month of January. The dates that this event occur is January 10-12. They have many events that occur during this one big festival. This festival also has many sponsors and causes for them to have it. They have good times…
‘Subha Diwali’ most ordinarily know as ‘Celebrations of Fireworks and Lights’ is one among the different celebrations in India just like Nepal. By and by it is praised all around in numerous nations. In numerous spots of India, Deepawali is applauded for five progressive days…
With Lent already well underway, people all over the United States and throughout the world might be working hard towards planning their Easter menu. Even adults will certainly be in on the fun since they can get a special basket on that joyous day. As…
With delicate white, trumpet-shaped petals and yellow stamens, the Easter lily is revered for its wonderful fragrance and magnificent bloom during the springtime. The Easter lily can be seen every year leading up to the Easter season pinned on the shirts of Catholics and Irish…
Easter for the Catholics is the celebration of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. It is usually celebrated with family gatherings, an Easter party, Easter egg hunts, and lots of cute bunnies. But for the city of Sydney, they have a bigger event on an epic scale according…
Easter is among the most joyous and broadly recognized events in the Christian calendar and is celebrated in several countries all around the world. However, not everyone celebrates Easter in the exact same manner, and a few of the methods that it is celebrated across…
Easter is a special season, blessed with an entirely different aura of flowers blooming, longer days of radiant sunlight and warm cozy weather. The seasons present a wonderful opportunity to break away from work, stress takes a trip with the family, loved ones if possible,…
The popularity of tattoos between the ages 18 to 29 can be explained a little by the help of three social theories: division of labor, functionalism, and the rational choice theories. Tattoos have become such a common thing to see on people of a variety…
Beyond the profound horizon, the lanterns illuminated the shimmering haze of a reverie. Thousands of lights caused the dense number of mirror-like towers to glitter relentlessly. The lanterns placed on window panes, were the dreams of those who lit them, illuminated like stars against the…
This research is the first research made on promoting cultural exchange and diplomacy of South Korea in Hong Kong, in particular with the annual focused event, Festive Korea, making it significant to be the first step in the study. It is believed to be useful…
Do you think that a music festival is interesting? If it is yes, then you know how awesome it is. If it is no, I think you should go to a music festival to get a unique experience. Music works like magic. We all like…
What if there were a ‘diet protocol’ you could follow that would provide you with some major health benefits, ranging from an increase in fat loss, increase in energy, reduction of inflammation, to even improving your cardiovascular health. Fasting is a great way to assist…
Introduction Hazing within all Greek life has been going on ever since it has been around, and there is no question that it has always been an issue. Hazing is a major concern all across college campuses and the effect it has on students at…
When thinking about certain rituals or ceremonies that pertain to an individual culture or society, some would probably think of foreign countries, such as Japan or Spain; however, what most people fail to realize is that Americans, too, have a set of rituals of their…
Piercings are currently considered one of the most socially acceptable forms of body modifications. With more than 25% of people currently sporting a piercing somewhere other than the ear lobe, more and more people are accepting the aversive world of piercings. As piercing is becoming…
Tattoos and body modifications have been around for many generations. They first began in 3370 BC and were used by Europeans and Egyptians. Both tattoos and body modifications are defined as a cultural representation of self-expression and sometimes even religion. In the article “Tattoos and…
Tattoos and piercings have become extremely popular in today’s culture, from movie stars to bikers, all the way down to the common retail employee. Tattoos range from small to large, easily covered to unavoidable, and piercings range from the classic earlobe piercing to stretched ears,…
The Jewish religion and culture has many beliefs concerning the burial of the deceased and the grieving process which follows death. My intent is to learn the rites and rituals following death for both the deceased and the surviving kin. Today, I’ll be talking about…
Visakha Bucha Day Celebrated on the 15th day of the 6th month (lunar calendar and full moon). It is one of the 3 memorial days in the life of Buddha and we can proudly say that it is part of world Heritage as it is…
The Invisibility of Native-Americans in Silko’s Ceremony In Silko’s ceremony, many Indians felt that they were equal to the white people when they were given the opportunity to be part of the military that took part in the World War II. The Indian sliders acquired…
The Study of Zen in the Japanese Tea Ceremony While researching the Japanese tea ceremony, a celebrated ritual art form within Japanese culture that is not explicitly associated with religion, several principles of Zen Buddhism can still be observed today. These principles range from respect…
HISTORY The story starts in the years 793 with the beginning of Viking populations in the world, their life style, but above all: their religion. The magic and the prophecies were completely important in these years, they “helped” to know when a war could be…
Introduction: Globally there many festivals are being hosted across the world. From the ancient times various types of events have been organized whether it is festival or not. People loves to enjoy verities of festivals. Various types of festivals and events have long existed as…
Who doesn’t want to get fit? With other fit people around us and all those Instagram models providing enough motivation, one is bound to feel the enthusiasm of starting their own fitness journey! But also, with many of us being super-busy in today’s time, be…
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The muscle supplements fill a few needs. A few clients will utilize it to increment * drive. This is a helpful item. Working out is imperative for men, however men’s sexual condition regularly goes before every single other need. Men should realize that their sexual…
I was sweating bullets as I dished out food at the New Orleans shelter I volunteered for. My mom, Maria Menzer, was supposed to pick me up, but knowing her, I was not getting my hopes up. She had said something about her needing something…
Despite the fact that the tattoo it is a personal choice, in clinics the plastic surgeons and dermatologists has many people that are asking for tattoo removal. This can tell that it is a common problem that people regret their choice for many reasons, such…
New Orleans has long been honored with the title of the birthplace of jazz music. Of course that makes sense because when someone mentions the city, thoughts of flavor, music, and soul generally come to mind. So why New Orleans? It all started with the…
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There are numerous assistive frameworks in presence which are composed help outwardly impeded individuals. The most well-known sort of framework is those that give route. Willis and Helal exhibited a route and area assurance framework for the visually impaired utilizing a RFID label lattice. The…
Satyanarayana Pooja was performed at Hindu Temple of Antelope Valley. This is a fair new temple built in 2012, they don’t have official website, but they are on Facebook, can get information on Google website on location of the temple. In my opinion there are…
Ghost Tales and The Lessons They Teach Us Among the themes found in folklore, one often used to teach lessons is the paranormal; or to be specific, ghosts. Folklore is the traditional art, literature, knowledge, and practice that is spread largely through speech and behavior….
As we embark on this beautiful Arayishama tour experience I would like to provide background information that will definitely enhance the fantastic moments that will form part of this experience. For starters, this festival is called the Arashiyama Momiji Festival and we will be celebrating…
The paper treats the Meenam Bharani festival of Kodungallur as a carnivalised text and uses caste and gender as interpretive filters to explore its many signifying practices. The analysis of Kodungallur Bharani as a carnivalised text and the subsequent exploration of caste and gender dynamics…
Chinas annual chilli pepper festival, obviously based in China. Imagine watching 10+ people with 50 Tabasco chili peppers surrounding them, they’re literally in a pool of chilli, but they wear protection so the chilli’s won’t irritate their skin, they hold a plate in front of…
The Great Annual Chili Festival in China Traveling has always been exciting,and having the opportunity to get to know different cultures is an incredible pleasure; In my adventure of exploring the world I have been lucky to experience extraordinary thinqs, but without a doubt one…
