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Papers On Anthropology
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Ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt: Differing Interpretations
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An 8 page comparison of the archaeological record from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Includes the methodology for the research which was
conducted as well as an outline of the findings and a discussion as to
how the beliefs regarding the areas' culture's have become more detailed
and more and more archaeological evidence unfolds. Bibliography lists 8
sources.
Filename: PPegyMes.wps
Common Developmental Characteristics Between Mesopotamia And Egypt
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5 pages in length. Mesopotamia and Egypt shared some common features that encouraged their initial growth and continued development overtime, which also served to contribute to their unique characters. In determining the similarities that demonstrated how the inhabitants utilized their environment, there are myriad considerations one can assess; after all, developing any congregation of peoples requires the germinating of many cultural seeds. Much exists within the framework of creation so as to afford the inhabitant an opportunity to move forward with an ongoing sense of prosperity and ingenuity. The writer compares and contrasts developmental characteristics as they relate to Egypt and Mesopotamia. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MesEgypt.rtf
Hyksos / Semitic Origins
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A 5 page research paper exploring the origins of the Hyksos who seized and ruled Egypt during the 15th and 16th Dynasties. Although their origins were thought to date back to Old Testament Hebrew by very early scholars (First Century AD), it is only in the last thirty years archeological finds have indicated the Hyksos had a strong affiliation with the Canaanites. This paper offers evidence of their origins.
Filename: Hyskos.wps
The Cradles Of Civilization / Mesopotamia And Ancient Egypt
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A 9 page comparison of the cultures of Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt. Presents information about their similarities in geographical considerations, and material and mythological cultures. Relates the importance of this region as the cradle of civilization. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Egypmeso.wps
Ceremonies of the Hopi and Havasupai / Contrasts & Similarities
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A 10 page exploration of the similarities and differences in Hopi and Havasupai ceremony. Emphasizes the connection of the ceremonies with the land and environment of these groups. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Hopihav.wps
Hopi Oral Tradition and Resistance to Outside Forces
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An 8 page paper discussing the ease with which the Hopi religion and oral tradition has persisted over the centuries. 'Wrong headedness' is a condition that the Hopi are not to have. They are to adhere to the admonishings and warnings of ages to come given by the ancient ones. Because the oral
traditions attached to the Hopi religion are so adaptable to changes in society and in levels
of technology, they can remain relevant at any stage of development, either of the Hopi culture or those that would overrun it. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KS-Hopi.wps
The Ceremonies Of The Hopi And The Havasupai / Changes Through Time
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A 10 page exploration of the similarities of Hopi and Havasupai ceremony. Emphasizes the connection of the ceremonies with the land and environment of these groups and notes the changes which have occurred in the ceremonial life of the Hopi and Havasupai cultures as a result of their contact with non-Natives. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Hopina.wps
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