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What is traditional Chinese dress?

One traditional Chinese garment that is particularly well-known in the West is the cheongsam. This is a close-fitting silk dress, usually with a Mandarin collar and cap sleeves. It was originally worn by women in 1920s Shanghai. A men's version of the cheongsam, called the changshan, consists of a loose-fitting silk robe and a silk jacket with buttons in the front.

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What are some of the Surahs in the Arabic Quran?

Those who arranged the Quran divided the book into 114 Surahs, each of which vary greatly in length. In English, the term "Surah" translates roughly to chapter, although some argue that there is no proper English translation due to the fact that a Surah is not only a chapter but a step in a gradual unveiling of the truth from God to the prophet Muhammad.

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What are the differences between Plato and Aristotle?

Plato and Aristotle appear at the center of the Italian master Raphael's painting "The School of Athens." Their postures show the difference between their philosophical priorities. Plato is pointing upward to emphasize his belief that reality is beyond the everyday. His term for these ideal types of reality is "the Forms." In the painting, Plato is holding a copy of his treatise "Timaeus," in which he describes his philosophy of the origins of the physical world. Aristotle, on the other hand, has a copy of the "Ethics" he wrote in his hand. His hand is spread out before him, showing his e..

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What is the collective name for the first five books of the Bible?

Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy comprise the Pentateuch. Genesis tells of the Creation and the beginning of the nation of Israel. Exodus tells of the Israelites' redemption from bondage in Egypt, and Leviticus contains many of the laws given to the Jewish people. Numbers contains the history of the Jewish people in the wilderness as they waited to enter the Promised Land. Deuteronomy, the final book of the Pentateuch, reviews the law and reminds the people of their covenant with God. These books contain the laws that the Jewish people continue to follow.

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Where can you find a website listing all of the Catholic churches in Cleveland?

Cleveland.com, a site run by the Cleveland Plain Dealer, offers the most comprehensive list of the nearly 200 parish churches in the Cleveland area, with an address and phone number for each and the distance from a central location in the city of Cleveland. Clicking on each item in the listing leads to a page that provides a map of the location and any other pertinent information, including commentary if available by parishioners or visitors. TheCatholicDirectory.com offers a more selective listing of churches with individual pages for each church offering driving directions, Mass times, and a..

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What are some sample Methodist church forms?

Forms for general audits include individual aspects of the church to be reviewed on a regular basis. They come alongside a guide titled "Frequently Asked Questions About the Local Church Audit," which explains not only how to perform the audit, but its importance.\nCharge Conference forms include the Accessibility Audit Form, Annual Report of the Committee on Finance, Annual Report of Trustees, Fund Balance Report and Insurance Worksheet. Minutes of the Charge Conference, the Report of Pastor, Appointment to Extension Ministry and forms applying to Lay Servant Ministries are also required.\nFo..

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What does the number 8 mean in numerology?

Through the process of resolution, the number 8 seeks balance. The number works to balance extremes. The number is considered to be the highest feminine number in numerology. The ruler of number 8 is the sun. Through balance achieved through the number 8, a person is said to gain wisdom. There is a negative energy associated with number 8, as is the case of all numbers. The negative energy specifically is associated with ruthlessness and materialism.

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How can you learn to pray?

Some forms of faith combine rituals with prayers that take time to learn. For example, the five daily prayers in Islam combine the recitation of Koran verses with kneeling and bowing at specific times. Additionally, part of learning these prayers is gaining the knowledge of what time of day to pray and what purification preparations to make before prayer.\nSimilarly, many versions of the Christian faith prescribe prayers to be said at certain times or on certain occasions. The Catholic Ave Maria, or Hail Mary, is an example of this type of prayer; it generally combines recitation of the prayer..

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What is a macro theory?

Macrosociology attempts to tie together all elements of the social world using general terms.\nMacroeconomics similarly seeks to explain the workings of economies as a whole, with particular focus on universal phenomena such as fluctuations in income, inflation and prices of goods.\nMicro and macro theories are also present in evolution. Microevolution describes relatively small genetic changes over a few decades in a specific population.\nA macro theory may also be called a "grand theory."

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Who is the Devil's son?

Abel was Adam and Eve's son but Cain was Lucifer and Eve's son. Cain killed Abel, becoming the first murderer on Earth. He was full of jealousy and envy. Lucifer is another name for "Devil" or "Satan." According to Abrahamic religions, Adam and Eve were the first woman and man on Earth. Lucifer deceived Eve into having a sexual relationship with him as a serpent in human form. That is how she conceived Cain together with Abel. Lucifer, whose name means "morning star" or "shining one," is a fallen angel.

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