On July 20, 1999, a day of terror for many in China that would change their lives forever. For many, their most basic human rights were taken away, and the right to practice peaceful meditation and gentle exercises and to believe in Heaven and gods was taken away. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) banned the ...
Many familiar American elites and wealthy individuals hail from Jewish families. Some of these include the founder of the tech giant Oracle, Larry Ellison, and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Nearly half of the world’s wealthiest entrepreneurs are Jewish, and prominent financial companies such as Goldman Sachs and Solomon Brothers were founded by Jewish individuals. In ...
Remember the story of the tortoise and the hare? Famous for the moral lessons behind most of his stories, Aesop’s Fables continues teaching essential life lessons for generations of children. Interestingly, some people only know the stories and very little about the storyteller or the entirety of his work. Here are some of the most ...
The traditional ethics of China pay special attention to the positive guidance and norms that family education provides for future generations. As such, the concept of family instructions has been part of Chinese culture for thousands of years. These family instructions are particularly distinctive in the traditional culture of the Chinese nation. A prime example ...
When you hear of the Māori, most people think about the haka that has gained much attention in mainstream media. However, their culture and customs go deeper than just the haka dance. The Māori are the indigenous Polynesian people of mainland New Zealand (Aotearoa). They originated with settlers from East Polynesia, who arrived in New Zealand on several ...
You’d be surprised to know that the many pieces on your chess board have a very fascinating and complex history. Over the many years, the pieces on your chess board have taken many names as the game’s influence spread worldwide. In this article, you’ll see a glimpse of the game’s history and learn about the ...
Every nation has its way of celebrating Easter, but did you know there is a tradition where families dine at cemeteries on Easter? This article is about the practice of dining in cemeteries in the eastern European country of Georgia. Learn this tradition’s rituals, origins, and how it is preserved to the present day. Dining ...
High tea was one of the ways for aristocrats and royal families in the British tradition to relax while seated on luxurious high chairs and tables. Hence the name “high tea.” Conventionally, high tea was served between 5 and 7 p.m. It included serving hot tea with pickled fish, cold meats, potato salads, bread, tea ...
Dreams are defined by images, thoughts, and emotions that typically occur during sleep. When someone dreams, they usually end it with a simple interpretation and then forget it later. So basically, dreams don’t have any significant bearing for most individuals. But for the T’boli people, dreaming leads to dream weaving. T’boli artists are known for ...
People may show their love in numerous forms, but commonly, they enter the world of sacred marriage through ancient rituals. Nevertheless, weddings are still significant in every part of the globe. Although customs vary worldwide, the passion for promoting love and pleasure is universal. While certain traditions may bewilder you, others might interest you, and ...