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What is the meaning of the fleur de lis symbol?

While the fleur de lis was sporadically used in Babylonian, Egyptian and Roman architecture, the symbol was first used prominently in the 12th century by French monarch Louis VI or Louis VII. Around this time, a legend had developed involving fourth-century Frankish monarch Clovis I, who was allegedly anointed with the oil of a fleur de lis. Thus, the fluer de lis represented the divine authority given to French rulers.\nAs France gained territory, the usage of the fleur de lis became more widespread. In the Louisiana Territory, slave codes required the punishment of runaway slaves by branding..

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Why is credibility important?

Credibility is a must-have attribute for people in leadership positions since it helps influence people's behaviors, patterns and thoughts. If the leader is not credible, others are less likely to believe what they say or teach. Being credible also helps people truly believe that the leader or person in charge is worthy of the job at hand. Credibility is also important for people who do not lead, since it portrays that the person in question is trustworthy and believable in whatever task they do.

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Who are some popular Christian women speakers?

Joyce Meyer, who is the founder of Joyce Meyer Ministries, also hosts a TV and radio show that broadcasts to more than a billion people around the world. She is a gifted speaker and also a New York Times bestselling author. Victoria Osteen is the wife of Joel Osteen, who oversees the largest church in the United States. Paula White is the senior pastor of New Destiny Christian Center and also hosts a TV show called "Paula White Today." Bobbie Houston, a pastor at Hillsong Church, speaks to 30,000 people weekly in her church.

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What is the best lectionary to go to?

Using the same lectionary as others in one's denomination allows members to share a common devotional experience. Christians who do not belong to a particular denomination or whose denomination does not use a lectionary have many options from which to choose.\nDifferent denominations may use different church calendars (Gregorian or Eastern), prefer different scripture translations (such as King James or New Revised Standard), or have different theological orientations. Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Anglican lectionaries may include special readings for feast days that differ from ..

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Why do Muslims walk around the Kaaba seven times?

Circling the Kaaba seven times is referred to as the rite of Tawaf, one of five rituals performed during the annual Hajj, or during an individual Umrah. During each circuit of the Kaaba, the pilgrim recites the Takbir, hurrying around the circuit during the first three trips and then taking four more at a leisurely pace. Pilgrims are encouraged to observe the Tawaf multiple times during their pilgrimage, especially if they do not reside within Mecca. These additional observances of Tawaf are not strictly required by Islamic tradition.\nFurther observance of other rites during the Hajj include ..

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What is internal noise?

Internal noise can be positive or negative and is often referred to as the voice inside someone's head. Negative internal noise may consist of thoughts or doubts when a person is trying to defend himself verbally or argue a point. Positive internal noise can still cause a distraction, but it may still prove to be encouraging and supportive when a person is speaking.

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What is Plato famous for?

Plato's most famous work is "The Republic," a treatise that reflects on what it means to be a good person, how to live a good life, and what the best form of government is. The Epistles, a collection of 35 dialogues and 13 letters, have also served as a basis for everything from Western ideas about love to mathematics (particularly arithmetic and number theory) and logic.\nWhile Plato's works were lost to the West after the fall of the Roman Empire, they were preserved in the Muslim world by scholars who translated them from Ancient Greek to Arabic. Western European scholars in turn ..

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What are all the names of the Aztec gods?

Huitzilopochtli was the warrior sun god of the Aztecs. Aztec worship is most famous for its use of human sacrifices, and Huitzilopochtli was the most common recipient of those sacrifices. Given Huitzilopochtli's warring nature, fighters were the most sought-after sacrificial bodies, and wars would often ensue with the sole purpose of obtaining warrior sacrifices. According to Aztec folklore, Huitzilopochtli was also responsible for choosing the site of the Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan.\nQuetzalcoatl was the Aztec god of human creation, wind and the stars. The most common creation st..

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Are beauty pageants exploitive?

When speaking of the debate of beauty pageants, voices of dissent vary based on whether the contestants are children or adults. Most adult concern lies with the idea of having contestants take the stage in swimsuits. Contestant answers in the Question and Answer category have also come under scrutiny in recent years, the concern being that beauty is emphasized over brains in pageants.\nChildren's pageants, however, face particular criticism. France has even proposed banning them because they sexually exploit young children. Popular television shows about children and pageants have only fu..

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What are the questions asked for ordination of a Baptist preacher?

Specific questions that a person may be asked in order to become an ordained Baptist preacher include what led him to religion and what led to his salvation. Churches may also ask about the prospective pastor's spiritual experiences, his preferred method of tithing, and what he feels is a call to ministry. Questions regarding the applicant's knowledge of the Bible may include the different books of the Old Testament and New Testament and major figures in the Bible. He may also be asked to name the book and the chapter in which a specific event occurred.\nWhen going through the applic..

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