...Religious and Secular Symbols in the World Religion acts as a set of symbols that performs a distinctive function: they persuade us that there is a direct connection between our view of world and how we ought to live, or how we are supposed to live. By formulating concepts we begin to adopt these concepts as general order of existence. Symbols can demonstrate a heritage or any type of religion. Religion representation involves the usage of exclusive signs by a specific belief which explains everything that is related to its psyche and traditions, counting epitome, natural phenomenon and events the art that is developed on that ground over that phase (Ellwood, 1993). Mankind finds comfort in these symbols as to identify there humanity in which they are found. The Christian Cross is one of the most common signs of Christianity. The Cross can be communicated in many different messages or symbols. We are going to look at the cross as a focal and general symbol, as well as a secular symbol. The cruciform is an example of the cross as a focal symbol. Jesus figure being nailed on the cross in both his hands and feet, with a ring of thorns build like a crown on his head. For many Christians, it has become the foundation on how the world works: you must die before you can have a rebirth. People who consider themselves Christians have adopted the idea as the crucifixion as the prerequisite for resurrection, meaning death before new life. On the other hand, the cross can be considered...
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...profoundly influential religion and culture. The purpose of this essay is to carefully examine importance of one key person in Jewish history, enumerate rituals, symbols, or sacred texts in Judaism, and emphasize one key event in the history of Judaism. Judaism Judaism is an involute phenomenon that incorporates both a nation and a religion, and often coalesces stringent adherence to ritual laws with a supplemental liberal posture towards religious credence, (Religion Facts, 2014). Judaism has limited essential beliefs. Divisions within Judaism, well-known as “movements, “have developed in modern times as wavering responses to secularism and modernity, (Religion Facts, 2014). The role of God and the Jewish community in each individual’s life, frequent life cycle trials are witnessed with traditional rituals. Key Person in Jewish History King David is one of the most important figures in Jewish history, (Ken Spiro, R. 2013). Born in 907 BCE, he reigns as king of Israel for 40 years, dying at age 70 in 837 BCE, (Ken Spiro, R. 2013). David was a poet, he prepared for the structure of the Holy Temple by setting aside the necessary physical materials, authoritative the Levites and others in their duties for the Temple. For the 450 years since the Jewish people first entered the Land of Israel until the time of King David, Jerusalem has remained...
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...S.B.A on Rastafarian Symbols Name: Miguel McCarty Grade: 11o Subject: Religious Education School: Bridgeport High School Teacher: Mrs H.Wheatle Introduction This S.B.A is about Rastafarian (symbols). I am going to tell you about the Rastafarian symbols and how it affects them during worship and leisure time. Aims To examine three symbols in Rastafari. To discuss the effect the symbols have on Rastas. To examine the origin of Rastafari. Information Collection How information was collected: Greater Portmore branch library Time span: Start: Thursday, May 29, 2013 Finish: Secondary Data Where was information collected? The internet; Books Primary Data Information was collected at: At the Rastafarian village in Montego Bay The Cannabis Plant According to: The marijuana leaf is one of the most popular symbols in the Rastafarian religion. It's presence in the Jamaican culture is thought to have influenced it's inclusion into Rastafari religious practices. Some adherents believe marijuana aids their meditation as well as others aspects of the spirituality. The Colours According to: The colours associated with Rastafarianism are known as "pan-African" colours. There are either three or four colours, depending on the tradition: green, yellow (or gold), red (as in the Ethiopian flag), and sometimes...
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...A brief introduction on Rastafarianism The Rastafarian religion was originated in Africa it is not just a religion, but away of life. Rastafarians speak out against poverty, oppression and inequality, not just religion ideas but global problems. For many years Rastafarian continues to grow against the tide of official and social approbation. The early elders were charged with sedition and locked up, while others were declared insane placed in the Jamaican equivalent of Bedlam. Even though Rasta was the poorest and the lowest of all they were secure with great knowledge. This religion is more than a religious gathering, however, since Rasta does not compartmentalize life into spiritual and non-spiritual periods it is an integrated way of living and of thinking of what goes beyond most definitions of religion. In 1933-1934 there was a Rastafarian movement. This movement was led by Haile Selassie I whose previous name was Rastafari Makonnen before he was crowned Emperor under the name of Haile Selassie I in October 1930. During this movement the Rastafarian take the bible as its sacred text, but interprets it in an Afro-centric because they want to reverse the changes that the “White” that made. The Rastafarian movement was closely linked to the ancient history of the Ethiopian civilization and largely based on the identification which Blacks have made with Ethiopia by virtue of biblical symbolism. In Ethiopia...
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...------------------------------------------------- SYMBOLS FOR RASTAS’ RASTA FLAG THE LION OF THE TRIBE OF JUDAH THE STAR OF DAVID DREADLOCKS MARIJUANA LEAVES ------------------------------------------------- MORE INFORMATION ABOUT RASTAFIANISM Ganja (Marijuana) Ganja was brought to Jamaica in the late 1800's by indentured East Indians, who were brought to the Island to work after slavery ended. Eventually it was outlawed and made illegal. The Jamaican environment and climate was the perfect place for the plant to grow. The use of ganja in Jamaica is not unique to Rastafarians. Before Rastafari began, ganja was used by herbalists in Jamaica as a medicine in teas. It was also mixed with tobacco for smoking. Ganja is considered the "wisdom weed" by Rastafarians, as its use helps one to gain wisdom. Rastafarians use it as a part of a religious rite and as a means of getting closer to their inner spiritual self, Jah (God) and Creation. Marijuana and Other Rasta Symbols-Body-4 Ganja is also seen by Rastafarians as the herb of life mentioned in the Bible. Rastafarians use of ganja is justified by the following Psalms 104:14 that say, "He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle and herb for the service of man, that he may bring forth food out of the earth." Rastafarians also say it was found growing at the grave of King Solomon in the Bible. Rastafarian consumes it through smoking and eating (not recommended). The smoking of Ganja is a part of a...
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...What are the beliefs of Judaism? When is their holidays? Where is it located? When did it star? What are the religion symbol? How old is Judaism? Who found Judaism? What does kosher mean? The history of Judaism? Important people such as moses? How many people are jewish? Jewish beliefs on death? What is shivas? What does meinnor mean? Candle What are the beliefs of Judaism? Judaism is a monotheistic faith, which means that Jews believe there is only one God. Is beyond our ability to know the God to the full extend however, God is present in our everyday lives. Each and every Jew follows different method to understand the image of the divine. Some would talk to God through prayers, while others see him through nature. But, at the end each individual's focus is to know him and have a unique relationship with him. When is their holidays? There are many holidays that make up Judaism calendar. Jewish High Holidays which is also called the High Holy Days consist of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur that includes the ten days from the beginning of Rosh Hashanah through the completion of Yom Kippur. Other major holidays includes Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, Simchat Torah, Chanukkah, Tu B’Shevat, Purim, Pesach, Lag B’Omer, Shavu’ot, and Tisha B’Av. What are the religion symbol? The Menorah is the ancient symbol of Jewish faith and “ner tamid”, which is a lamp or torch that represents the Menorah in the modern times. Menorah is a seven-branched...
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...The Chinese Yin Yang symbol sometimes called Tai-Chi symbol. The Tai-Chi is from I-Ching. The I-Ching is the greatest foundation of Chinese philosophy. Its development is from the natural phenomena of our universe. Because I-Ching comes from nature, it should be easy.The Chinese characters of I-Ching are . The second character means a book, a profound book. The first character means ease or change. Since I-Ching is easy, some people call it as "The Book of Ease" or "The Book of Changes". | | | | By rotating the Sun chart and positioning the Winter Solstice at the bottom, it will look like this. The light color area which indicates more sunlight is called Yang (Sun). The dark color area has less sunlight (more moonlight) and is called Yin (Moon). Yang is like man. Yin is like woman. Yang wouldn't grow without Yin. Yin couldn't give birth without Yang. Yin is feminine, black, dark, north, water (transformation), passive, moon (weakness and the goddess Changxi), earth, cold, old, even numbers, valleys, poor, soft, and provides spirit to all things. Yin reaches it’s height of influence with the winter solstice. Yin may also be represented by the tiger, the color orange and a broken line in the trigrams of the I Ching (or Book of Changes). Yang is masculine, white, light, south, fire (creativity), active, sun (strength and the god Xihe), heaven, warm, young, odd numbers, mountains, rich, hard, and provides form to all things. Yang reaches its height of influence with the...
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...Judaism Kory A. Lavine REL134 Monday March 9, 2015 Johnny Boudreaux Judaism Judaism considered one, if not the oldest religion in the world. A religion steeped in historical events, notable people, symbolism, with approximately 14.5M practitioners to date. Though not well known, Albert Einstein is one of the more famous, present day Jewish professionals. Born in Germany, He was the eldest of two children born to Hermann and Pauline Einstein. Mostly known for his “Theory of Relativity”, which challenged all ideas of space and time once set by Sir Isaac Newton, Albert took an early interest in science. At age five, when he was intrigued by a compass’s invisible forces, and again at age twelve, when he found a book on geometry. At sixteen, he wrote his first scientific paper titled: “The Investigation of the State of Aether in Magnetic Fields.". In which he questioned “If the light were a wave, then the light beam should appear stationary, like a frozen wave. In reality, the light beam is moving.” This paradox would dominate his thinking for the next ten years. In 1905, while working in a patent office, Einstein submitted a paper for his doctorate and had four other papers published. It was four articles that would present grant Einstein his academic recognition, and where the famous “E=mc2” equation first appeared. The physics community initially dispelled Einstein until the founder of quantum theory Max Planck, garnered his attention. Einstein’s success continued to...
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...Revelation 22: Eden’s Restoration 1 Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. 3 No longer will there be any curse. The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city, and His servants will serve him. 4 They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads. 5 There will be no more night. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, for the Lord God will give them light. And they will reign for ever and ever. John and the Angel 6 The angel said to me, “These words are trustworthy and true. The Lord, the God who inspires the prophets, sent His angel to show His servants the things that must soon take place.” 7 “Look, I am coming soon! Blessed is the one who keeps the words of the prophecy written in this scroll.” 8 I, John, am the one who heard and saw these things. And when I had heard and seen them, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who had been showing them to me. 9 But he said to me, “Don’t do that! I am a fellow servant with you and with your fellow prophets and with all who keep the words of this scroll. Worship God!” 10 Then he told me, “Do not seal up the words of the prophecy of this scroll, because the time is...
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...general public didn’t seem to care. Today, I think the public is back to the days of World War II in terms of support for its troops. This support is shown in many different ways, but I would like to focus on just three visual aspects: symbols, images, and cartoons. The first approach I would like to explore is the use of signs and symbols. According to Berger (2008), “a sign … is anything that stands for something else” (p. 49). He then goes on to explain the three different types of signs: icons, indexes, and symbols. Berger (2008) defines a symbol is something that conventionally means what it represents. There is no logical connection; you must learn the meaning. Several examples include Christianity’s cross, and the Jewish symbol of the Star of David. Automatically the first symbol that comes to mind that shows support for American troops is the yellow ribbon. This symbol can be found on bumper stickers, magnets, tied around trees, attached to clothes by safety pins, on television, and on the internet. Often times it will have “Support the Troops” written on it. For those who do not know the history behind the yellow ribbon, this writing helps people connect the ribbon to the idea of supporting America’s troops. Another symbol that shows support for our troops also shows support for the...
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...This piece of jewelry is a six pointed star made up of two triangles. In Judaism it is often called the Magen David, which means the "shield of David" in Hebrew. It doesn’t have any religious it’s just significant in Judaism but it is one of the symbols most commonly associated with the Jewish people. Many Jews wear any jewelry with a star on it because it symbolizes that they are Jews. This is the most important sacred text which is called the Torah. This is a book which is mostly read by Jewish people. It is composed of the Five Books of Moses and also contains the 613 commandments (mitzvot) and the Ten Commandments. The word Torah means to teach. This is a very important part of the Jewish religion. This piece of clothing is a Yakama. It symbolizes the humbling relationship between man and God. Man must never let his ego rise above a certain level, for he is and always shall be a creation of God, never better than. Christianity This guy is Jesus he is known for the god of the religion Christianity. Jesus was the founder of their faith. He is a really important person because he died on the cross to pay for their sins and hence restored their relationship with god. This is a holy text called the bible. It is known as the book that is written 10,000 years ago. This book is to teach Christians how to live life in a moral way. The bible is also known as the word of god. All in all, the bible has the principles and guide rules on how to live a perfectly spiritual...
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...Nike's target audience is, and how effective Nike's advertising campaign is. This report recognizes that advertising strategy, which emphasizes communication, lifestyle, and star effect plays a very large part in Nike’s overall success of advertising campaign. The research in this report will provide useful information in obtaining a depth understanding of the advertising campaign of Nike, Inc. While the report researches a variety of advertising campaign and effectively targeted populations in the market, it cannot analyze each aspect in the advertising campaign. Therefore the report will focus on advertising strategy. Due to lack of data of recent years, the report will pay attention to the financial performance from 2005 to 2009. Using the information in the report may help understanding of current market strategies, which will in turn help the development of future market strategies. Current Advertising Campaign Analysis of Nike, Inc. Prepared for Mr. Lee WRD 203-013 Instructor 1318 Patterson Office Tower Lexington, KY 40506 Prepared by Yuhui Mo 261 Simpson Ave Lexington, KY 40504 8 November 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1 ADVERTISING STRATEGY 1 Focus On Communication 1 Convey Life Style To Audience 2 The Sign Of Swoosh 3 “Just Do It” Campaign 3 Star Effect 4 TARGET MARKET 5 EFFECTIVENESS OF CAMPAIGN 5 High Advertising Expenditure 5 The Best Reward 6 CONCLUSION 7 BIBLIOGRAPHY 8 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Figure...
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...(25) This quote shows how Poe wanted his readers to get a visual of a tragic cold night that resulted in the death of a woman. The poem is written in a musical way, one can imagine the cold night. The reader could feel it chilling themselves and could feel the heart break of the young lover’s death. Another example of imagery is when Poe writes, “So that her highborn kinsman came And bore her away from me, To shut her up in a sepulcher In this kingdom by the sea” (17-20) the image given is her family taking her away from her lover to lock her up in a vault by the sea where she cannot be seen. One could also visualize a castle by the sea, and imagine the poor Annabel Lee locked up. The quotation “And the stars never rise, but I feel the bright eyes”, shows imagery as the stars won’t rise, but he still sees Annabel Lee’s bright eyes. The young lover does not have meaning to his life anymore. She is all that consumes his mind and broken heart. Poe uses symbolism such...
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...the will and strength to complete this assignment. Secondly I would like to thank my friends and family for their small input. Thank you all for your participation to the completion and success of this School Based Assessment. Statement of Aims Topic: The Rastafarian main symbols and their importance It is the intention of the researcher to: 1. Find out the origin of Rastafarianism 2. To identify the main symbols of Rastafarians 3. To investigate the importance of the symbols Methodology The information for this research was gathered mainly through the review of literature and from the internet. I started my research on October 20, 2011 and was finished within a two week period. Information was gathered from different sources found on different websites and from literature as seen in the bibliography. Introduction In the following project you will learn of the origin of the Rasta way of life, which arose as a result of a period of severe depression, racism and class discrimination, during the 1930. This was the perfect chance for poor people to embrace their religion, so they did. You will also learn of the different important symbols of the Rasta’s, namely, ganja, the Star of David, the word Jah, the conquering lion and the lamb, dreadlocks and the Rasta flag. These are of grave importance, being a part of their day to day activities and living. In this project the importances are highlighted also. I hope that whosoever will read this information will...
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...the will and strength to complete this assignment. Secondly I would like to thank my friends and family for their small input. Thank you all for your participation to the completion and success of this School Based Assessment. Statement of Aims Topic: The Rastafarian main symbols and their importance It is the intention of the researcher to: 1. Find out the origin of Rastafarianism 2. To identify the main symbols of Rastafarians 3. To investigate the importance of the symbols Methodology The information for this research was gathered mainly through the review of literature and from the internet. I started my research on October 20, 2011 and was finished within a two week period. Information was gathered from different sources found on different websites and from literature as seen in the bibliography. Introduction In the following project you will learn of the origin of the Rasta way of life, which arose as a result of a period of severe depression, racism and class discrimination, during the 1930. This was the perfect chance for poor people to embrace their religion, so they did. You will also learn of the different important symbols of the Rasta’s, namely, ganja, the Star of David, the word Jah, the conquering lion and the lamb, dreadlocks and the Rasta flag. These are of grave importance, being a part of their day to day activities and living. In this project the importances are highlighted also. I hope that whosoever will read this information will...
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