Culture 2024, November

Throughout its existence, man, in order not to feel alone in this world, tried to find a parallel world. A similar trend was characteristic of absolutely all peoples and ethnic groups, and thus religion, Scandinavian mythology and the beliefs of many other countries were born

Today we have an interesting topic - the word "bitch", the meaning of historical and modern. But that's not all, we will also throw a bridge from one meaning to another. It will be exciting, we promise

What associations do you have with the word "bohemia"? Is it an image and style of life, the name of an opera, or can the term refer to a specific group of people? In order to better understand the meaning of this word, you first need to plunge into history a little

Monuments to Glinka, the great composer who influenced the emergence of Russian classical music with his work, are installed in several cities of the country. They were erected at different times as a token of gratitude from people for the works created by the genius of the composer and musician

When you want to learn something new and unusual, the anatomical museum, open to the general public, comes to the rescue, which is visited not only out of pure curiosity. This is a unique opportunity to get acquainted with natural visual aids that are in an alcohol state and allow you to study the location of internal organs. Going on a trip, you need to prepare mentally in advance, since the sight of some exhibits can instill fear in the layman and cause a real shock

Every year the meaning of the word "valet" is gradually erased from our memory. If older people still remember him, then the younger generation only blinks in surprise when they hear him in a fleeting conversation or stumble upon him in a historical book. But in the past, some people were even ready to make a deal with the devil, just to get a job as a valet

In Greek mythology, there are a huge number of gods, about which we know very little. God Poseidon is known throughout the world as the ruler of the sea. But his children, unfortunately, did not receive such glory. The article provides brief information about the god Triton and his other brothers

There are not one, but several versions of how such a symbol of holiness as a halo appeared. According to some scientists, it was preceded by a Greek meniscus - a metal circle that was placed around the heads of the statues in order to protect them from birds and bad weather. Other experts argue that the halo around the head arose as a result of the tradition, according to which a shield was placed on the back of the heroes

The definition of the term "family values" can sometimes be indigestible and cumbersome. Therefore, the following can be considered the most acceptable for this concept: family values are the result of a successful and prolonged interaction of society with generally accepted and established religious norms. Here, the focus is on preserving and strengthening the institution of the family

Often, modern civilization puts a person in such conditions under which he becomes dependent not only on various bad habits, but also on work, study, everyday affairs and worries … And now he simply cannot stop and think, even if you are very tired. So - it's time to go to the club to relax, unwind, put your body in order or even enrich yourself spiritually

The Olymp Open Concert Hall (Gelendzhik) every season turns into a central venue for performances by pop groups from different parts of the country. Here frequent guests are star artists not only from Russia, but also from abroad

For several years, Russia has been hosting the Festival of Pedagogical Creativity, in which any teacher can become a participant. In this case, you do not need to go anywhere and even go. The festival takes place in absentia. Jobs posted online

Today, many people know about the charming Russian model, the owner of the honorary first place in the Miss Russia contest in 2007, the winner of the Miss World crown in 2008, in 2009 the representative of Eurovision - Ksenia Sukhinova. But few are familiar with her biography, therefore, especially for you, we decided to tell you about the life of a famous beauty filled with energy, beauty and love

Modern schoolgirls are no longer what their mothers were (we are not talking about grandmothers). Accordingly, the range of problems they face has also changed. We will talk about some of them

Armenians are a very ancient people, the fate of which befell a lot of troubles. Numerous ups and downs that accompanied them led to a significant dispersion of the ethnic group. As a result, there are Armenian diasporas in almost all countries. In this article we will touch on such a topic as Armenian surnames. We will discuss their origin, features, give a short list of examples

To see your favorite performer with your own eyes, today it is enough to wait for his performance in Moscow. The opening of a whole mass of spacious venues with high-quality sound and lighting contributes to the organization of concerts of world stars in the capital. Let's find out which halls of Moscow deserve priority attention

Great Russia has long been resounded with bells - on holidays big bells sounded on church bell towers, in everyday life bells on horse harness yokes rang out, giving people joy and a festive mood. How did the history of the most famous Valdai bells in the world begin - the pages of ancient books will tell

Wherever a person is, in whatever country he lives, he does not remain nameless. It's not just like that. Each name has its own secret, history of origin and, believe it or not, influence on fate

Since ancient times, writers and philosophers have repeatedly insisted on one important thought: children are the greatest joy in life. Perhaps that is why in many books and memoirs there are quotes about the child. And despite the great difference in the cultures of their authors, they all say the same thing: protect your children

Every country, every nation has its main holiday, which is celebrated annually for a long time. He unites the nation with a sense of pride for the valiant deeds of the ancestors, which will remain in the memory of descendants forever. There is such a holiday in Russia. This is Victory Day, which is celebrated on May 9

Pavel Volya got married! This news excited a huge part of the Internet community, since everyone knows that the Comedy Club resident has a reputation as an inveterate bachelor who does not even allow the thought of tying the knot with someone

What is worth visiting while in Milan? Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci. Museum of Opera Art. Art Museums in Milan

The word "respectable" is quite common, and it is used in relation to many areas of business and public life. What do people mean by this concept? In short, respectable means worthy of respect. What is the reason for the need to meet the criteria of respectability?

There are many interesting places in Europe that attract tourists like a magnet. One of them is the Hundertwasser House (Vienna, Austria). Located on a cozy street in the very center of the city, it attracts passers-by with original architecture, bright colors and a riot of greenery

Urban architecture - this is exactly the familiar environment in which millions of people live on the planet. But the townspeople very rarely raise their heads to enjoy it. And very in vain. After all, sometimes on the streets of cities you can find the most unusual buildings

Let's go on a trip to nightclubs?! What do we want to find there? Well, of course, fun, relaxation, dating and new emotions! Almost the same associations arise in the head when we hear or pronounce the alluring and exotic word "Ibiza"! Here it is, the true harbor of inveterate clubbers who find here everything they need for themselves! If you truly love high-quality electronic music, then you cannot deny yourself the pleasure of visiting Ibiza

There are many different legends, mysterious stories and superstitions around the Gremyachaya Tower in Pskov. At the moment, the fortress is almost destroyed, but people are still interested in the history of the building, and now various excursions are held there. This article will tell more about the tower, its origin

"Work makes you free" - the inscription at the entrance to Auschwitz. "To each his own" - the inscription on the gates of Buchenwald. And this is not the philosophy of an educated nation, but the quintessence of fascism. And the result is almost 12 million people killed

Let's not be mistaken if we say that perhaps the most popular attraction in the UK is the British Museum in London. This is one of the largest treasures in the world. Surprisingly, it was created spontaneously (however, like many other museums in the country). It is based on three private collections

Gorshenev Mikhail was born in 1973 (August 7) in the Leningrad region, in the city of Boksitogorsk. His father, Yuri Mikhailovich, was a major in the border troops, and his mother, Tatyana Ivanovna, was a housewife. The family moved frequently, mostly settling in the Far East. In 1975, Mikhail's brother Alexei was born

Circumcision is a traditional religious or surgical practice that involves the removal of the foreskin of men and the labia of women. In the latter case, the practice is often referred to not as circumcision, but as mutilation or female genital mutilation, as it is a dangerous, painful and medically unjustified procedure. Circumcision is banned in some countries

The Caucasus is a culturally complex region with a large number of different nationalities living on its territory. But, despite this, there is still some cultural continuity and unity between them. For example, everyone knows about the special beauty and culture of Caucasian women. So what are they, the beauties of the Caucasus?

Do you read a lot? If yes, then you often have to buy books in the store. But there is always another option - you can get a book for free if you go to the library

Youth slang is a unique phenomenon within which regular changes take place. In this article, we will have the opportunity to learn about the popular abbreviation "2k16". What is this cipher, what is its meaning and how should it be used in speech? It's time to deal with the accumulated questions

What to do if you don't seem to feel any compassion and mercy towards others? The answer is simple - you just need to read this inspiring article that will give you confidence. The path will not be easy, but you will have the opportunity to see that humanity is a trait that can be nurtured through hard work

What is antifa? This movement, which originated many years ago, has not only revived today, but continues to gain momentum. Read about the history of appearance, the current situation and the pitfalls that exist inside the antifa subculture in this article

The article will discuss what lust is, and various aspects of this concept will be carefully analyzed

Muscovites and guests of the capital who want to have fun, laugh or be sad, watch a new play or musical, organize a holiday for a child or listen to famous musicians, go to the Palace of Culture named after. Zuev. The building is located at: st. Lesnaya, 18

Protagonist is an actor who owns the right to play the first role in a tragedy. Some interesting points in theatrical and cinematographic art are associated with this concept

An ordinary person often, helping his loved ones, one way or another, counts on reciprocity. All this is alien to a real altruist. He just gives everything. That's the whole point of these people. An altruist does not need to count how much he has invested, and he does not expect that something from what he gave will be returned to him