UNIV 109 Lecture Notes - Bar And Bat Mitzvah, Trans-Cultural Diffusion, Dominant Culture
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Any group of people who share experiences that lead to a shared understanding. Each group has its very own beliefs, behaviors, and traditions. Beliefs may include believing in one god or multiple gods. Behaviors may include quiet structured services or less structured services that incorporate singing and dancing. Traditions may include wedding ceremonies, baptisms, bat mitzvah, and funerals. Influence the way members of that culture communicate with each other and with those outside of their culture. An idea that people are part of many cultures. Reflects the fact that people can be part of more than one culture. Describes a grouping with a larger group: social interaction. The way groups or cultures interact or influence one another. Tends to dictate the language, values, behavior, and social customs that are considered mainstream or normative: cultural diffusion. The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group of people to another.
