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What is the actual birth date of Jesus Christ?

According to biblical records, shepherds were outside watching their flocks at the time of Jesus' birth, and Jesus' parents traveled to Bethlehem to register in a census. Neither of these would have occurred in December, a cold, rainy month in Judea. Researchers believe the celebration of Christmas originated as a substitution for non-Christian celebrations of the winter solstice. Some theorize that Christians chose Dec. 25 to encourage the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman world.

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What are some arguments about nudity?

Feinberg further said that nudity is unlike any other legal and shameful behavior because of the sexual response it inevitably provokes. People are drawn instinctively to nudity in a sexual way and then often ashamed of their own responses. Feinberg's theory on people's inherent uneasiness with nudity can be seen in state rules against nudity. Most states ban any naked display of genitalia, but Oregon has a notable exception by permitting nudity as long as it is not designed to arouse.\nOther arguments against public nudity claim that it is unhygienic, which seems to be supported by ..

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What is the difference between id and ego?

According to Freud, the id is the only part of personality in existence from birth. It is largely guided by the pleasure principle. The ego manages the impulsiveness of the id in order to achieve socially acceptable actions. The ego functions according to the reality principle.\n\nFreud's third component of personality is the superego. The superego is the last aspect of personality to surface, developing around 5 years of age. The superego is the part of personality largely responsible for a person's sense of right and wrong.

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What does Godsmack's tribal sun mean?

The use of sun symbols is prehistoric in origin and has held similar connotations throughout many peoples and cultures. Generally speaking, the sun symbol conveys natural power and fertility. It was also used by early religions and societies to suggest the bounty of nature and natural order ruled over by a benign presence. As a fertility symbol, the sun represents masculinity in contrast with the moon, which is frequently used as a feminine symbol. Godsmack's use of the symbol may refer to any or all of these, in addition to emphasizing a connection between the band and tribal peoples.

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Which online resources provide free images of God?

FreeDigitalPhotos.net features pictures of stained glass windows that contain depictions of God, religious temples, churches, cathedrals and gods from ancient mythology and Eastern religions. Images of gods from ancient mythology include Mercury, Hercules and Odin. Depictions of Eastern gods and other religious figures include the Buddha, Ganesh and Guan Yin. Pictures of religious carvings, statues and symbols such as the cross, praying hands and the dove are also available.\nCatholic-Saints.net offers illustrations or photographs depicting Jesus Christ, who is considered a manifestation of Go..

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How do you find answers to etiquette questions?

Some newspapers and magazines contain syndicated columns by etiquette experts that answer etiquette questions. The Boston Globe carries “Etiquette at Work,” a weekly column by Peter Post that answers business etiquette questions, and Good Housekeeping offers a regular feature by Peggy Post that answers general etiquette questions. Websites such as EmilyPost.com and Etiquette Daily.com are devoted to etiquette. RealSimple.com offers "Modern Manners," a column by Michelle Slatalla that shares etiquette-related stories and answers etiquette questions.

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What are social implications?

All technological advancements have social implications because communities and individuals must invest their financial and human resources to enable them. The social impact on communities that make these investments, such as in Silicon Valley or the Seattle area, is long-term economic growth. The increased tax base in turn improves government services, such as parks and libraries.\nThe social implications of the Internet, at least initially, included the creation of a divide between those with access to the Internet and those without this access. Another social implication of the Internet is..

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When is Nutrition Month in the Philippines?

The National Nutrition Month in the Philippines brings people together to address issues of national importance, such as malnutrition, hunger and nutrient-related diseases. During the celebration, the local government units and NNC members are urged to harmonize programs to ensure that Filipinos have safe, nutritious and adequate food. The Filipinos engage in various activities, such as planting trees and vegetables at day care centers, residences, hospitals and schools.

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What is trade freedom?

Free trade involves the trade of goods and services without tariffs and other trade barriers such as quotas. Trade freedom also means that markets are unregulated, which increases competition. This results in growth because goods and services from around the world compete with domestic goods and services. It forces nations to maximize economic output and focus on core advantages unique to that nation. Free trade also results in cheaper products because the products can be manufactured in the nation that already has the raw materials to do so.\nA potential disadvantage of trade freedom is that ..

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Why is the symbol for black power a clenched fist?

The clenched fist has been a recurring symbol in the struggles of the labor movement, representing class solidarity and the agency of the working man. The children of early labor activists then adopted the symbol throughout the social movements in the mid-century. In the 1960's, the New Left emerged to protest social and political policies that were oppressive and demonstrative of the racist and gendered ideologies that informed law-making. The New Left used the symbol of the raised fist in the Vietnam anti-war movement and later in the Black Power and Women's Liberation movements to..

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