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Representation of Spiritual Beliefs in the Art of the Ancient Near East

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 01-Mar-2023 11:04:11

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Introduction The representation of spiritual beliefs in the art of the ancient Near East is a significant aspect of the art and culture of the ancient civilizations that existed in the region. These civilizations, including Mesopotamia, ancient Iran, Anatolia, and the Caucasus, had a rich legacy of religious beliefs and practices that were reflected in their art and architecture. The art of the ancient Near East often depicted gods and goddesses, as well as scenes from myths and religious stories, and many pieces of art were created to be used in religious rituals or as votive offerings to the ... Read More

Margaret Mead

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 16:12:08

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Introduction Margaret Mead was a famous American anthropologist, and her fame was a result of her thriving personality, outspokenness, and the quality of her scientific work. She is very well known for her work on non-literate people, especially in different regards of psychology and culture-the influence of their surroundings on their sexual behaviour, social standings, and natural character. She was also recognized for her work on the rights of women, sexual ethnicity, pollution, child-rearing, drug abuse, interracial relations, and world hunger. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CIRCA 1998: a postage stamp printed in USA showing an image of anthropologist Margaret ... Read More

M.K. Gandhi (Mahatma Gandhi)

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 10:51:48

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Introduction Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is a great sage. He received an unusual amount of love, respect, and dedication. Indians crowded around him, so they could see him and hear what he had to say about one planet. He had come to free them from their slavery, and to them, he was almost like God. The entire world bowed in awe before him. Even his opponents had a lot of respect for him. NAKORNPRATHOM, THAILAND-MARCH 27:Mahatma Gandhi brought freedom to India and new method of solving disputes Non-Violence show at Thai Human Imagery Museum on MARCH 27, 2015 in ... Read More

Lyndon Johnson (1908 – 1973) US President 1963 – 1969

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 16:26:00

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Introduction Lyndon B. Johnson or Lyndon Johnson was born or came into existence on the 27th of August in the year 1908 in the place called Texas located in the United States, and he died on the 22nd of January in the year 1973 in Texas. He became the 36th President of the US in the year 1963 to 1969. He was a decent or modest Democrat and also a strong leader in the US Senate. Furthermore, he was selected as Vice President of the US in 1960 under the presidency of John F. Kennedy. Under his Presidency (Johnson’s) he ... Read More

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 – 1827) German composer

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 16:45:15

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Introduction Ludwig van Beethoven was born on December 17, 1770, in Bonn, archbishopric of Cologne, Germany; he is often considered the greatest composer who ever lived. On March 26 March 1827, he passed away in Vienna. When it comes to that period in music, no one can compare to him. While his work is firmly rooted in the Classical traditions of Joseph Haydn and Mozart, it is also influenced by Goethe and Friedrich von Schiller. Life and CareerIn his family, Beethoven was the oldest child to survive to adulthood. His parents were Johann and Maria Magdalena van Beethoven. ... Read More

Leonardo da Vinci (1452 – 1519) Italian, painter, scientist, polymath

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 10:38:07

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Introduction Leonardo da Vinci is primarily known as a painter. His painting Mona Lisa is considered to be the most popular painting in the world. Leonardo da Vinci is also known for many discoveries that were made way ahead of his time. However, none of these was published during his time. Leonardo da Vinci also played a major role in the development of the fields of anatomy, astronomy and civil engineering. He was one of the greatest painters the world has ever lived and a multi-talented artist. Personal Life Ser Piero da Vinci and Catharina were Leonardo's parents. ... Read More

Lata Mangeshkar

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 10:31:56

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Introduction Lata Mangeshkar was a versatile singer in the Indian film industry. Since she was a young girl, Lata has always been drawn to music. She comes from a Marathi family. Her entire life was spent without marriage. She performed songs for numerous music directors from different genres, and she did each one justice. On February 6, 2022, she passed away. Early Life Lata Mangeshkar was born on September 28, 1929, in Indore, British India. A cast in one of her father's dramas, BhasawBhandhan, named Latika inspired her parents to change her name to Lata. Lata was always drawn to ... Read More

Karl Marx

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 24-Feb-2023 10:28:29

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IntroductionKarl Heinrich Marx was a German philosopher. He was also a historian, journalist, sociologist, economist, socialist revolutionary, political theorist, and critic of political economy. Marx is known as one of the most influential historical figures. This article discusses different stages of Marx’s life. Learn more about Karl Marx in this article. Childhood and Education Karl Heinrich Marx was born to Heinrich Marx and Henriette Pressburg in Brückengasse, Trier, Germany on May 5th, 1818. Karl was the third child in Marx’s family. Marx was homeschooled by his father until he joined Trier High School in 1830. In October 1835, at ... Read More

Benazir Bhutto (1953 – 2007) Prime Minister of Pakistan 1993 – 1996

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 23-Feb-2023 16:12:45

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Introduction Benazir Bhutto was born on 27th June 1953 in Karachi to a political aristocratic family. After her studies at Harvard University and the University of Oxford, she returned to Pakistan in 1977 before his father’s execution. After her father was expelled, Bhutto and her mother took care of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP). Before her victory in 1988, she transformed PPP’s platform from a socialist into a liberal one. Early Life Benazir was born in Karachi in Pakistan to Zulficar Ali Bhutto and Begum Nazrat Ispahani. Zulfircar comes from a political family and Benazir was the first ... Read More

Simon Bolivar

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 23-Feb-2023 16:02:46

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IntroductionSimon Bolivar spent a short but complete life. He was one of the greatest revolutionaries of his time, he freed 6 countries. He was an intellectual (scholar) who argued over the difficulties of national freedom, a general, or a leader who fought a war of unremitting violence. Furthermore, he was born on July 24, 1783, in Caracas, Venezuela. Today the day, July 24 is celebrated as Simon Bolivar Day throughout Latin America. He hoped to unite or link all South American countries or nations into one or single nation or country. He died on December 17, 1830, at the age ... Read More

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