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Higashiyama culture
Higashiyama Culture: A Renaissance in Japanese Aesthetics
The Higashiyama culture emerged in 15th century Japan, spearheaded by Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa, who fostered cultural innovations in his Higashiyama estate. Inspired by Zen Buddhism and the concept of wabi-sabi, Higashiyama culture encompassed multiple a...
Turco-Mongol tradition
Turco-Mongol Tradition
The Turco-Mongol tradition emerged in Asia during the 14th century as a fusion between the ruling Mongol elites and the Turkic populations they conquered. These elites assimilated into Turkic culture, adopting Islam and Turkic languages while preserving Mongol political and legal instituti...
Li (Confucianism)
Introduction
In traditional Chinese philosophy, "li" refers to a multifaceted concept of ethical conduct and ritual practices. It encompasses both religious ceremonies and broader social decorum, embodying the belief that human agency can harmoniously align with the cosmic order.
Scope and Etymolo...
Culture
Culture: A Complex and Multifaceted Concept
Culture is a broad concept that encompasses the behaviors, institutions, and norms found within human societies. It includes the accumulated knowledge, beliefs, art, laws, customs, capabilities, attitudes, and habits of individuals in those groups. Cultures typically o...
African-American culture
African-American Culture
African-American culture encompasses a rich tapestry of expressions, including spiritual beliefs, social customs, lifestyles, and worldviews. Influenced by the African Diaspora, indigenous African culture, and Native American culture, African-American culture has shaped many aspects of A...
Tribe
Tribe: A Complex Social Grouping
The concept of a tribe, widely used in anthropology, refers to a category of human social group that has been the subject of considerable debate and controversy. Definitions vary due to conflicting theoretical understandings and the difficulty in applying it to diverse human societies. Generall...