Culture 2024, November

A verbal portrait and description of the character traits of one of the main gods of the pantheon of the ancient Scandinavians - Odin. Parallels with the beliefs of some other peoples

Justice is legality, this is the translation of the word “justitia” from the Latin language. Quite a simple and obvious concept of justice is always interpreted in different ways, even the Ukrainian people have their own saying that every house has its own truth

Primitive culture is the most ancient type of civilization that has defined human life throughout history

Language never stands still. He, like a living organism, obeys the laws of relentless development. Some layers of it are significantly modified, some are being replaced by new ones. Of course, this process also affects the development of society (changes in the social system, hierarchy), and progress in science and technology

The question of who is better - men or women, has been decided by more than one generation. Many representatives of the stronger sex claim that it was they who made history. On this basis, men conclude that they need to give all the honors and be considered the best in everything. Is it so? Let's figure it out

The houses of nomads and settled tribes are different. The former prefer tents and huts, while the latter prefer stationary buildings or semi-dugouts. If we talk about the dwellings of hunters, then one could often see the skins of animals on them. North American Indians are a people who were characterized by a large number of varieties of houses. Each group had its own

"A cultured person" is a phrase that can often be heard on the street, in public places and so on. What kind of person can be called a cultured person?

Wishing each other a good day is very important. Heard kind and positive words set a person up for optimism. And with such a mood, the day will certainly go well! Therefore, it is necessary to wish your loved ones and relatives a good day

Any multifaceted topic, be it science or politics, is not complete without extremes. Views or ideas are developed that differ significantly from the central one. Radicals are such a force in politics. Who is it? Let's figure it out

Exhibition activity in Russia is a promising area that promotes business development both in the domestic state arena and beyond

There is a literary and art museum in almost every city. But how many can boast of expositions related to the plumbing business? There is one in Saint Petersburg

For lovers of dinosaurs and history of yesteryear, there is the Natural History Museum in London, which is worth a visit. This place is very unusual, it will be interesting for both children and adults

France is a country rich in attractions. Not the last place in this necklace of precious monuments of history and architecture is occupied by the castles of the Loire. Blois is the largest of them. Over its more than 700-year history, it has seen everything: ups, downs, destruction, oblivion, popularity … Let's talk about what is known and interesting for Château de Blois, what secrets and legends are associated with it and what Definitely a must see if you ever get there

The name of the German philosopher, Marxist, aesthetics, critic and translator W alter Benjamin is increasingly remembered by today's culturologists. Quoting him has now become fashionable. Just like many of his contemporaries such as Ortega y Gasset or Bertolt Brecht

Short life phrases, statuses, quotes - all running, all in one line. And so we rush in a vicious circle: where the beginning is, and whether there should be an end - is unknown. And what is this life? The question is rhetorical, therefore, the answer with one single phrase is impossible. Long unhurried reflections are appropriate here - thoughts about life

Ufa is the heart of the Republic of Bashkortostan and one of the largest settlements in the Russian Federation. The city, founded in 1574, is among the champions in the number of green spaces. However, not only the beautiful views that the capital is famous for attract tourists and are the pride of local residents

Great Britain is one of the few countries that have preserved the traditions of the monarchy. Today, the kingdom is headed by the Windsor dynasty, which traces its roots back to Queen Victoria. It is interesting to look into the depths of centuries and find out how this noble family ascended the throne. And perhaps we should start with the fact that her roots are far from British

The series "Game of Thrones", based on the series of novels by J.R.R. Martin "A Song of Ice and Fire", beats all records of popularity in many countries. It is hardly possible to find a person who at least once, at least out of the corner of his ear, did not hear about him. However, not everyone is familiar with all the intricacies of the world of "Game of Thrones", and yet the author thoroughly prescribed the world order, having thought through all the smallest moments

The process of cultural integration is undoubtedly connected with the political and economic consolidation of achievements in the world community. It brings a huge number of advantages both for the state and for citizens. Despite this, there are also disadvantages in such a trend, which are relevant to this day

A curious fact: how much of what we consider native, ours, by origin turns out to be borrowed. Take, for example, such "originally Russian" names as Olga (Scandinavian), Ekaterina (Greek), Maria (Hebrew) or Vadim (borrowed from Arabic), Pavel (Latin)

Recently, the lexicon of young people, and in particular, anime lovers, has been replenished with a new term. Today, the word "hikikomori" (more often pronounced simply as "hikki") is in vogue. What it is? The Japanese call it teenagers who retire to their room, not wanting to communicate with anyone, work or study

Interest in the history of the appearance of names has always been high among people. It does not fade even today. The owner of a particular name usually wants to know where it came from, which means what impact it can have on a person’s fate. But from the entire list of proper forms used today, a special group is made up of biblical names. Each of them has not only a unique story of its appearance, but also a certain meaning

Not every native of Moscow can boast of having visited all the museums of our capital. What can we say about visitors? Many of them do not even know which places to visit, where they are located and what is presented in them. We present to your attention a list of museums in Moscow and some facts about the most famous of them. Perhaps this will help you decide where exactly you will go when you arrive in the capital

Recently, more and more children with unusual names began to appear. Modern parents call their daughters and sons a variety of exotic names, borrowing them from the Arabs, Azerbaijanis, Armenians, turn to ancient times, remembering pagan roots. A lot depends on fashion trends

The word "metallist" exists only in Russian. In the old days, the expression "tinsmith" was used, and it meant an ordinary person who works in the field of metallurgy. And only at the end of the eighties of the last century people began to use the word "metal" in our country, referring to fans of "heavy" music

Recently, more and more often we hear about skinheads. They are talked about on TV screens, described in newspapers and magazines. And in such a huge amount of information it is very difficult to understand, to find a real answer to the question "skinheads - who are they?". Are they dangerous to society? What are their main values in life? Let's try to answer these questions together today

The majestic Japanese red gate towering above the water at Itsukushima Shrine. Thousands of torii in Kyoto's most famous Fushimi Inari. This world-famous gate has become a symbol of Japan. What do they mean? Why are they considered both a symbol of great luck and a passage to the other world at the same time?

Nothing brings people together like holidays, concerts and festivals. About what festivals are held in Russia, we will analyze in this article

Today, any major city in Russia and the CIS countries has a Museum of Military Glory. This specific commemorative formation became most widespread during and after the end of the Second World War. Such organizations exist both as large formations on a regional scale or city, and at the level of military units (units, companies, etc.) or public (factory, enterprise), educational institution

The world as a state of rest has its own symbols - both graphic, and animals, and vegetable. What are they? What does each of them mean?

Closed within its walls, lagging behind us for centuries, a small world still gives us the light of enlightenment through narrow windows. You just need to turn around and see what wonders are stored in it

A moral ideal is a process built on the perception of moral requirements through a certain image of a person. It is shaped by a number of characteristics. Further in the article we will analyze in more detail the concept of "moral ideals"

The modern world is huge, but small. The realities of our life are such that the existence of a person outside of culture is practically unthinkable, just as the isolation of a single culture is unthinkable. Today, in the era of opportunities, information and tremendous speeds, the topic of interpenetration and dialogue of cultures is more relevant than ever

Unusual abilities always attract people's attention. Because the phenomenon is a miracle, a visible proof of the non-100% materialistic nature of this world

Here and there you can hear: "He was so nice to me, it's even strange, I heard a lot of bad things about him." A person who does not know, but kindly - what is it, will ask himself: "Was that other person nice to a woman or rude?" Today we will understand the meaning of the words "kindly" and "kindly", because one cannot be considered without the other

The system of cultural space is an association of vital, social, educational and cultural spheres of society. It is a "receptacle", that is, an internal volume in which cultural processes take place. It is one of the most important factors in human existence

According to the biblical teaching about the final destinies of man and the world, the peoples of Gog and Magog are hostile, militant, who will come at the last moment to exterminate the remaining adherents of Christianity

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is one of the most significant states in Europe. Heir to the largest empire that has ever existed, it is the center of centuries of tradition. British culture remains one of the most significant in the world today

What is the Arab world and how did it develop? This article will focus on its culture and the development of science, history and features of the worldview. What was it like several centuries ago and what does the Arab world look like today?

An important point in raising a child is to provide information about friendship. After all, social relationships are an integral part of life. Agree, it is difficult to imagine a happy child who is completely deprived of communication with others. Therefore, it is necessary to teach your child from an early age how to properly build relationships with others. And proverbs about a friend are perfect for this purpose