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12 commonsense assertions
Cultures (12) • Western countries (1) • United States (1) • Native American culture (1) • Secular societies (1) • African cultures (1) • digital design culture (1) • East Asia (1) • Eastern Orthodox Church (1) • Indigenous communities (1) • Islamic cultures (1) • Japan (1) • Middle Eastern countries (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 icons Western countries Icons in Western countries serve multiple purposes such as digital interfaces, religious symbolism, visual communication, and representation of influential figures. 13
2 icons United States Icons in the United States culture serve as visual representations for technology, navigation, famous individuals, and influential figures in digital and visual communication. 5
3 icons Native American culture Native American icons hold strong spiritual and cultural significance, representing traditional beliefs and stories. 3
4 icons Secular societies In many secular societies, icons are not present in homes and are not used for religious worship. 3
5 icons African cultures Traditional African cultures use icons such as masks, sculptures, and art with deep cultural significance. 2
6 icons digital design culture Digital design culture uses visual symbols called icons to represent actions, ideas, or objects for simplicity and quick recognition in digital interfaces. 2
7 icons East Asia Icons are used in public spaces and transportation systems in East Asia for visual cues and information. 1
8 icons Eastern Orthodox Church Icons are venerated as sacred and used in the Eastern Orthodox Church for religious ceremonies and personal devotions. 1
9 icons Indigenous communities Icons in Indigenous communities may hold spiritual and cultural significance, reflecting traditional beliefs, stories, and connections to nature. 1
10 icons Islamic cultures In Islamic cultures, icons in the form of human or animal figures are generally avoided or prohibited in religious contexts to prevent idolatry. 1
11 icons Japan Icons are used in public spaces and transportation systems in Japan to provide visual cues and information. 1
12 icons Middle Eastern countries In Middle Eastern countries, icons in religious contexts are avoided or prohibited due to concerns about idolatry. 1