Nomad

Epics that idealize the notion of the greatness of heroes, wars fought in the name of courage and stories that nomads would chant to their children in a cycle so dear to them that is nearly a religion, is possible due to the art of translations. Translating by far is the greatest reason why languages has thrived for over centuries. An art that is becoming in many forms, translation is a complex process that requires decoding and immense attentiveness. A successful translation has appropriate…

Arab caravanner's since biblical times. Slaves of Arab origin were also common, a prime example being Zayd ibn Harithah, later to become Muhammads’ adopted son. Arab slaves, however, usually obtained as captives, were generally ransomed off amongst nomad tribes.[11] The slave population increased by the custom of child abandonment (see also infanticide), and by the kidnapping, or, occasionally, the sale of small children.[23] There is no conclusive evidence of the existence of enslavement for…

If someone is different than you whether they have came from a different background or look different than you, you tend to be hesitant towards them. Why is that? Does that reaction reflect on how we were raised or on the nature of human beings? Without acceptance there is a lack of peace, understanding, and mistrust, if you look at the world today there is a great lack in all these categories. The authors Ronald J. Allen, Ursula K. Le Guin, and Diane Glancy point out how acceptance is not an…

snowstorm enveloped the entire Empire. From all directions, the snowstorm rampaged througout, causing everything to be frozen. A hundred cities were buried in deep snow and thousand villages became non-existent. Without even taking into accounting the nomads and small tribes living in the outskirts of the Empire, no more than a million supposedly should perish. The divine astrologers of the Empire were dumbstruck. They did not expect such a calamity to befall them. Before the beginning of…

There are several myths from around the world. Each myth has an origin that is special to the particular region that it was derived from. There are many factors that play a role in where the myths come from; things such as climate and historical events. By learning more about a particular regions culture and important factors, you can learn a great deal about that particular area in regards to mythology. Native American mythology was something that was interesting and showed where climate and…

as well. Buddhism changed and evolved with China overtime. Calligraphy was developed due to the need for copying Buddhist religious texts in Chinese. This is seen the various styles of writing, calligraphy, statues, and other art forms. Toba were nomads that were described as truly having a varying community. They are described as having the Han drop by. The sense of the new was established. There was new beliefs, architecture, and new sacred objects…

was able to ‘whip’ The Mongols into such shape, and be ruthless and loyal at the same time. Hence, based on The Mongols Conquest and leadership of Genghis Khan, The Mongols successfully made the greatest Empire in the World. The Mongols were fierce nomads who came from the steppes of central Asia, and forged the greatest empire in the world/. Although misbehaved, and getting drunk too often for one 's liking, they still managed to be extremely organised and disciplined, and using military…

not just ordinary puppies. The Saluki—supreme hunter from ancient and noble lineage, lithe and swift and lovely, whose sharp sighted ancestors had once travelled the Silk Road and traversed the Sahara in pursuit of their quarry. Food providers for nomads and sport for kings: their beauty and skill revered by all. ‘Because they are ineffably beautiful,’ the enquirer had replied.…

"We 're not hunter- gatherers anymore. We are all living like patients in the intensive care unit of a hospital. What keeps us alive isn 't bravery, or athleticism, or any of those other skills that were valuable in a caveman society. It’s our ability to master complex technological skills". - Unknown. Our society have changed over the decades we have transition into a more civilized world and now we even have hierarchy taking a role in our societies. But civilization didn 't just happen it…

“Real freedom lies in wilderness, not in civilization,” as stated by Charles Lindbergh (“Charles Lindbergh,” 2001). I believe this quote better sums up the once free lives of the !Kung people among many other indigenous groups. The !Kung are a band of people who live close to the border of Botswana, Africa. Another name for the !Kung is Ju/’hoansi. At a time before resettlement and formation of the new border with Botswana, their lives were simpler, healthier, and free. The Ju/’hoansi are…