...themselves. Styles of dress, language, music, and dance are some of the ways that describes one’s own unique lifestyles. Others turn to modifying their bodies to symbolize their rank in society. How far is too far when it comes to body modifications, such as tattooing and body piercing. To respond to why people tattoo, one would have to look back to how the early civilization made a living and their opinions on the world around them. The people of Prehistoric times would have been the first to modify the human body for practical purposes. Thousands of years ago, mineral tinctures were used to preserve the bodies of humans and animal skins. "Human Skin, bones, teeth, and hair were the first canvases or artistic expression," wrote by Paul G. Bahn, an archaeologist and prehistoric art scholar. (Body Marks 17). For many centuries, henna has been a popular temporary alternative compared to permanent tattoo ink. Henna is a shrub mashed to form a staining ink when set on human skin. It grows in India, Pakistan, Iran, and North America. Henna tattoos have practiced all around the world. In recent years tattooing and body piercing have become increasingly habitual in popular culture. Body modification is no longer considered just a social representation used by criminals and gang member, showing their role in society. These practices are used by many of teenagers and young adults today. Many of these practices have been a constructive trend in American culture, giving juveniles a way of expressing...
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...WRT 1020 March 14, 2013 Research Paper Tattoos From the time we are born until the time we are elderly we are constantly around tattoos. In the United States a person must be 18 before they can get a tattoo legally without parents consent. Therefore, many children like the idea of tattoos, so many put on temporary tattoos such as the stick on temporary ones with water and henna tattoos. A tattoo is a type of art where he or she gets a permanent picture or design process of pricking and ingraining an indelible pigment. The word tattoo is said to have came from two different origins the Polynesian word ‘ta’ which means striking something and the Tahitian word ‘tatau’ which means ‘to mark something (“Tattoo Temple”). Many people across the world have tattoos in all different sizes, colors, and places. Each person who has a tattoo has gotten it for one reason or another. It is amazing how long tattoos have been around for. One fact obtained from doing research is, “Believe it or not, some scientists say that certain marks on the skin of the Iceman, a mummified human body dating from about 3300 B.C., are tattoos” (Krcmarik). It is very interesting to know that tattoos have been around for this many years, it was until 1991 when the tattoos were discover on the Iceman by scientist Otzi. It is incredible how they were still able to discover these markings on the Iceman after so many years of being frozen. Many people over look tattoos as dumb useless art on the body, but many tattoos...
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...of makeup Have you ever wondered beauty can be a pain? We often say beauty is pain, but people in ancient times actually believed it. The first use of makeup was found in ancient Egypt around 400 BC. Later, the ancient Greeks and Romans started using makeup but were unaware use of life threatening chemical properties such as uses of mercury and white lead. The ancient Egyptians had a wide amount of makeup utensils. They mainly used kohl to outline the eyes. Kohl was made up of lead, copper, burned almonds, soot and other ingredients. The ancient Egyptians believed that eye makeup could ward off evil spirits and improve better eye sight. Over the centuries, women used burnt matches to darken their eyes, berries to stain lips. They used a young boy’s urine to remove freckles and they also swallowed ox blood to improve their complexions. Women used homemade cosmetics usually to improve their beauty. They put their beauty and health at risk by using and experimenting with the dangerous chemicals such as arsenic, lead, mercury and even leeches to give themselves a pale appearance deemed beautiful in the old day. The uses of makeup were different all around the world. They used make up and other beauty products for different purposes. Middle East (Persia): Persian women used henna to stain their hair and faces with the belief that these dyes enabled them to summon the majesty of the earth. Europe: According to Church leaders beliefs during middle ages the wearing of...
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...The idea of a man and a woman getting married has been past down from generations all over the world and in every culture. Although a couple marrying to formalize their relationship is true throughout the world, but how it happens and the inter workings of a marriage differ from culture to culture. This is because of the social construction an area puts on its people. The way people celebrate this coming together of two people is what is important, and the idea that this relationship means more than others do symbolizes this. Exactly what is a marriage? This is the question that has to be answered before you delve farther in. Marriage is the union of two people planning to spend the rest of their lives together. Around seventy percent of people marry at some point in their life. Most weddings include some kind of weddings vows that are said to one another, the presentation of a gift, and the proclamation of the marriage by an authority figure or leader (Wikipedia, 1). No culture does a wedding exactly the same as another. There is no such thing as the same ole wedding, because not two wedding are the same. The social construction that a culture puts on people deems what their wedding will be like. Weddings in the same area, under the same culture norms, are very similar, but an American wedding and a Middle Eastern wedding are two totally different experiences. This is not because that is the way we want it, but because it is what we know as right. We are taught all these...
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...With an experienced pilot at the controls, settle into a 5-passenger helicopter and soar above the Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al-Arab and other top sights. Hover around the Burj Khalifa; glide over The World, the man-made archipelago in the Persian Gulf shaped like a map; and snap photos as your pilot points out the main landmarks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on your tour. HIGHLIGHTS • 15- or 25-minute helicopter flight in Dubai • Listen to a comprehensive safety briefing before taking to the skies • Soar over Palm Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s impressive artificial archipelagos • See attractions such as Burj Al-Arab hotel and Burj Khalifa, one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers • Fly about The World, an archipelago where ‘countries’ are up for private residential...
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...Body Art and Ornamentation across Cultures Sheryl Strickland ANT 101 Dr. Cynthia Livingston 08/05/2013 Body Art and Ornamentation across Cultures The skin has been a canvas for human expression for centuries. As a result, body art and ornamentation have been a source of interest among anthropologists beginning as early as the 1900’s, and gaining a strong foothold during the 1970’s. “Inscribed skin highlights an issue that has been central to anthropology since its inception: the question of boundaries between the individual and society, between societies, and between representations and experiences” (Schildkrout, 2004). Through anthropological research, we have learned that many cultures worldwide use forms of body art and ornamentation such as scarification, tattooing (permanent and nonpermanent), and piercings for a variety of reasons, ranging from ceremonial religious rituals to tribal identification purposes. The process of body art and ornamentation signifies a figurative death and rebirth that typically involves a painful experience as a means to encourage an individual’s self-discovery, as well as establishing his/her place in society. For the purpose of this paper, I will explore the various aspects of body art and ornamentation across three specific cultures- the Yoruba’s of West Africa, the Samoan’s of the Pacific Islands, and the Hindu’s of India. Throughout the history of African culture, anthropologists have noted a wide variety of body markings among African...
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...By Trang Nguyen | 11/11/2014 | | Abstract Nail art is a fashion sense in today’s world of fashion; it has become more and more popular in the beauty industry and women and men all across the world are making this a fashion trend. Whether or not nail art may be a “new” trend or not, nail polish has been around since high- gloss car paint was invented. Interestingly, back in 3200 B.C., Babylonian males wore black or green nail polish, which signified class; with green representing the lower class and black as the higher class.(Oliveras, 2012) Other countries such as China, Britain, France, and America have an intriguing history of how nail polish existed in their culture. Nail polish and nail art may be the trend today; however, it has always been a trend for many other cultures back in history as well. Keywords: Nail Art, Nail Polish In China and in Egypt, 3000 B.C., the Chinese wore color on their nails as a reflection of class and the ruling of the different Dynasties. The Egyptian and Indian women stained their nails using henna so that the color of their nails would distinguish the upper and lower class; similar to the Babylonian’s. The Babylonian wore green which represented the lower class and black as the higher class. Colors such as a light red were worn by the people of the Victorian era. (Oliveras, 2012) Nail polish and Nail art isn’t a new thing… it has been around for many years and was an ancient resemblance of culture and class, today we use nail art...
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...If you look up compassion in the dictionary, you will see the following definition: A deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with the wish to relieve it. The construct of compassion is not clearly defined in psychological literature. Another definition of compassion is a feeling of sorrow or concern for another person's suffering or need, accompanied by a subsequent desire to alleviate the suffering. Compassion is felt as an emotion: a feeling that anyone may experience at some point in his or her lives. There are many instances where one may perceive specific conditions in which people will be more likely to feel compassion. There are also differences in the degree of an individual’s feelings of compassion, and that many people and cultures view compassion as a basic human value. If I see someone in pain or someone struggling, my first instinct is to help, to listen, to be there for them. I will be there if someone needs help, if someone needs an ear, if someone just needs another friendly person who can provide a simple thing: to acknowledge that they are here, and that their gripe is valid. I would rather live like that. It does not always make life easier for the listener, though. The Bible tells us of the many selfless and compassionate acts that Jesus performed during his time on Earth and His teachings to his disciples and followers about this topic. Jesus extends the virtues of mercy and compassion to us for our faulots, which may have resulted from the...
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...NEGOTIATING IN THE REAL WORLD By: NITA ANA-MARIA I. Presentation of the parties involved 1. Cloud Nine Cosmetics is a Romanian company that is starting to grow its share in the hair dye and hair care market. The company needs a new color supplier, however the focus is on finding a natural colorant, in order for their products to maintain their high quality. Therefore, the company had investigated the exterior market and found an Indian supplier. Knowing that Indian manufacturers are usually family businesses they would have to introduce themselves through a contact that works with the company, and negotiate the contract taking into account the formalities and procedures of a different culture. 2. Accha manufacturers is an Indian family owned business, however it is less traditional in the fact that there is a woman, mrs. Hari Prabvu, as a general manager. They have been in business for centuries and they have managed to be around by adapting to the new environments while keeping their traditions alive through their process of creating the colorants. Their strategy is to extend to the International market, therefore start supplying for exterior companies. However, they would need to build some long term business relations, since that is the only way they would be willing to collaborate. This means that their partners have to be trustful, because this is their way of working. The colorants they make are all from the processing of henna, a plant that is cultivated...
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...Tattooing has been around since 12000BC of the ancient Egyptians. The styles and processes have changed drastically since then. This passage concludes information on how the styles changed over time and how people look upon the groups of people with them. The idea on tattoos have been changed from 12000BC to this present day, some people believe they heal you and some believe it’s to indicate criminals and people who committed crimes and felonies (A Brief History of Tattoos). The history of tattoos has dated back to 12000BC and longer but no physical evidence can prove this theory. There is however physical prove of tattooing in the ancient Egyptians times. Mummies have been found with preserved patterns on their skin during their mummification process long ago. Around 1000BC the Chinese...
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... In today’s world body image is so important. So many different people care about how they look not just for themselves but for the way other people see them. There are many different factors that play a role in a person body image. Culture and media play two of the biggest roles to a person’s body image. Where you come from, how you were raised, what you see on TV, and what you read in newspapers & magazines all play a role in your body image. Culture has two key factors that play in body image. One of these factors is where you come from. Where you come from plays a role with your body image simply because you dress just like or similar to the people around you. For example, people in Manhattan don’t dress like the people in Brooklyn. Even the people that live in LA don’t dress like the people in Taxes. Where you come from also reflects on your body image when it comes to tattooing and piecing. Some committees and cities have less body art and piecing than others. Another way culture plays a factor is the way people are raised. Some are raised to be conservative, while others are raised to be expressive themselves. For example, when you go to a Jewish committee you really don’t’ see people with tattoos or piecing but on the other hand in the Indian committee women get tatted all the time for special occasions. Special occasions such as weddings and baby showers, this is called “henna”. ...
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...have an extremely small wedding or the exact opposite and have a large extravagant wedding with a lot of guests. The main purpose of a wedding is that people share their vows for one another and have these close friends and family there as witnesses to it. The engagement usually starts after a time of dating, no real set time, and then the man asks for the woman’s hand in marriage. It is traditional for the man to get permission from the bride’s father. Following this there can be an engagement party, bridal showers, bachelor/bachelorette parties and then the wedding itself, followed by a reception for celebration and then a honeymoon. We see this typical pattern for weddings in most places in the United States. No matter what part of the world or culture someone is from no two wedding’s are alike and can vary greatly based on location. The thing which shapes my attitude about the different types of weddings is what I was exposed to and learned in life by experience seeing different one’s in real life and in the media. Although it can be tradition for a certain culture to get married a particular way, some people in all cultures go outside their norm for their wedding ceremony. It is not uncommon for couples to customize their wedding by picking and choosing which traditions they want to include or exclude based on individual morals and beliefs. Even in the most traditional culture we can see slight variances as people try to make their special day different. This can be...
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...Espousement is the institution whereby men and women are joined in a special kind of gregarious and licit dependence for the purport of founding and maintaining a family (Webster's Dictionary). When a couple gets espoused they make a vow in front of their dotted ones and their God to be together for the rest of their lives and abide by each other. In the Hindu religion, which is the third most sizably voluminous religion in the world, weddings are very sacred, therefore a wedding ceremony takes an abundance of time and effort and it is composed of different rituals and ceremonies. The Hindu espousement, "Lagan Vivah" is the connection of two human beings in a nuptial ceremony that takes place according to their religion. It's the connection of not only the man and woman being espoused, but additionally of two families that will have a very special relationship from that day forward. According to Hinduism, espousement is the joining together of a man and woman spiritually, mentally and physically. Hinduism is facilely the oldest major world religion that is still in utilization today. It has not only survived countless attacks but has supplemental thrived and has transmuted little to none in the last 2500-3000 years. “In Hinduism, salvation is achieved through a spiritual oneness of the soul, atman, with the ultimate authenticity of the macrocosm, Brahman. To achieve this goal, the soul must obtain moksha, or liberation from the samsara, the illimitable cycle of birth, death,...
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...Burj Khalifa. It is a skyscraper with the height of 829.84 m; the high rise is the tallest artificial building around the world. The structure was officially opened on the 4th January, 2010, and it is a component of the new 2 km flagship district named Downtown Dubai. This tower is the heart of the world-famous area for shopping, eating and amusement. It is also the highest skyscraper, the structure of which consists of numerous floors, while the tallest one has the biggest and swiftest elevators. In order to test one of the performances, it is essential to pay a visit to “Atmosphere”, which is the world tallest restaurant on the 122nd floor, at the height of 442 m. In contradiction to the title, it offers a supervision deck, which is not placed on the tip, namely on the 163th floor, but on the 124th one. When it was opened at first, it was the tallest supervision deck in the world in terms of the open air, taking into consideration its height of 452 m; however, since that time, it has been exceeded by the Cloud Top 488 supervision deck on the tip of Canton Tower in Guangdong, located in China. Another place of interest in Dubai is Burj Al Arab. It is one of the most splendid buildings with the height of 321 m; it is considered to be the fourth elevated hotel in the world. It has seven stars. The structure itself is one of the most snapshotted memorials in the world and is regarded as the sign of Dubai. The form of the hotel is projected to imitate the canvas of a dhow, which...
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...paralleling Islamic beliefs. Hindus also place a lot of importance on marriage ceremonies which signify customs, rituals and elaborate celebrations. However, a key difference lies in the fact that Islamic marriages are seen as contractual agreements, whereas Hindu marriages are perceived to be sacrilegious. This essay compares and contrasts the various aspects of both Islamic and Hindu wedding ceremonies. For each aspect, the essay examines the Islamic tradition and in turn the corresponding Hindu wedding ritual. Islamic wedding ceremonies or Nikah can be performed in a variety of ways depending on the culture in which they are arranged. For example, Islamic marriages can slightly vary depending on whether they are part of the Asian or Arab world. Typically, Islamic marriages are arranged by the parents of the bride and groom, with the bride and groom having a final say in who they will ultimately marry. The marriage proposal in effect comes from the woman, who contacts the man through a common liaison who tends to be a male relative. The stringent rules and nature of the Islamic culture propose that Muslim women cannot marry outside their religion. Muslim men however, can marry Christian or Jewish women because they are “People of the Book”, i.e. those who hold a monotheistic faith. These women, who ultimately must raise their children under the Islamic beliefs, can alternatively convert to the Muslim faith by performing the ‘Shahada’...
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