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How much money is in the world?

The figure used to denote how much physical money in the world is M0. The total value of cash and assets in the world is referred to as M1. M2 is the value of cash, checking accounts, savings accounts and CDs under $100,000 dollars. As of 2013, M2 is valued at approximately 60 trillion dollars. As of 2014, the 85 richest people in the world possess as much money as the 3.5 billion poorest people in the word combined, according to Forbes.

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What is the difference between disciples and apostles?

In the Bible, Jesus' disciples were the group of followers who listened and learned from him. The Bible mentions different groups of disciples, including the group of 70 Jesus addressed in the gospel of Luke. Twelve of his disciples became his apostles when they were sent out on a mission to spread "the good news of Christ." Only two of the canonical gospels of the Bible use the word apostles to describe the 12. The other two only refer to them as disciples.

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Why are so many Catholic churches named "Sacred Heart"?

Roman Catholic tradition, which dates back as far as the 1600s, uses the Sacred Heart in many prayers asking for forgiveness for sins. The Sacred Heart is often depicted in Catholic art as a heart that is on fire and surrounded by a divine light, pierced by a wound and surrounded by a crown of thorns. This symbolizes the suffering and pure love Jesus demonstrated by making the ultimate sacrifice for humanity.

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Did T.D. Jakes and his wife get divorced?

T.D. and Serita use the titles bishop and first lady, with T.D. serving as senior pastor for Potter's House and Serita serving as the executive director of the Potter's House women's ministries. Their marriage produced five children.\nThe couple appeared together on the front cover of the February 2013 edition of Ebony magazine, in which they provided advice and insight concerning love and the keys to a successful marriage. According to Bishop Jakes, "marriage requires work and expecting the unexpected."

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What is the semantic barrier in communication?

Semantic barriers are usually either denotative or connotative. In denotative barriers, sender and receiver disagree about the straight definition of a word or phrase, often without knowing it. The word “bimonthly” is an example.\nA connotative barrier includes how a word is meant in a particular context. For example, someone might describe a game as “simple.” Generally, both sender and receiver agree on the straight definition of the word, but the sender of the message might mean the game was a little slow and boring where the receiver might think he means it was fun and easy.\nAnothe..

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What is the meaning of the poem "Intimate Alliance between Religion and Good Education" by Jose Rizal?

Regarded as one of the greatest Filipino heroes during the Spanish occupation of the islands, Rizal used his poetry and novels to stir up the revolutionary sentiments against the Spaniards. He started writing at a very young age. His poem, "Intimate Alliance Between Religion and Good Education" was written when he was only 15-years-old and was studying at the Ateneo De Manila University.

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What are some requirements for sainthood in the Catholic Church?

When a person is being considered for sainthood, a bishop investigates his life. If the person is deemed worthy by the bishop, he is referred to as a servant of God.\nThe next stage requires proof that the candidate lived heroic virtues. This means that the person needs to have worked constantly to become more spiritual and live a holy life. The Congregation for the Causes of Saints examines evidence from the candidate's life, and if it is satisfied, the candidate becomes known as venerable.\nThe venerable must then be involved in one miracle. The church investigates possible miracles ver..

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How did Puritan clothing support religious views?

Rooted in Augustinian teachings regarding affectations, Puritan theology called for moderation in material things. Puritan theologians such as William Perkins taught that moderation was a sign of holiness, and that a person's soul was appropriately filled with the fear of God. The teachings of moderation, however, did not require that clothing be unfashionable or exceedingly somber. Rather, individuals were simply to avoid excessive ornamentation and to wear clothes that were appropriate for the practical and social needs of a given occasion. This teaching allowed for the more affluent an..

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Why is euthanasia bad?

The BBC explains that a common fear of anti-euthanasia advocates is that allowing voluntary human euthanasia for the terminally ill would create a slippery slope that leads to involuntary euthanasia. The slippery slope argument is based on the idea that setting a judicial precedent on one important matter opens the door for an even more extreme decision to be made down the road.\nThe Euthanasia.com website explains that many are worried that allowing doctors to perform euthanasia would give them a professional and financial incentive to encourage patients who are already in a vulnerable state ..

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Where does deforestation occur?

The best-known locations of deforestation are the rainforests in the Amazon and Congo, but because of this recognition, there are many groups and conservation efforts dedicated to fighting the damage. Other areas, such as Paraguay, are often overlooked, however, according to the World Resources Institute.\nThe World Wildlife Federation says that deforestation includes unsustainable logging and agriculture, climate change and clear cutting for building and farming. These are difficult to control in many areas, because the local population is uneducated about the affects of deforestation. Some f..

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