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Concepts (44) sacrifice rituals (1) marriage (1) hospitality (1) medicine (1) warfare (1) calligraphy (1) cattle (1) education (1) family (1) mask-making (1) babylon (1) balefires (1) battle ax (1) beard (1) bison (1) communication (1) dating (1) dirhem (1) dragon (1) entertainment (1) fashion (1) feasting (1) folklore (1) gladius (1) hoard (1) marriage compatibility (1) mead (1) mealtime (1) mourning (1) political correctness (1) pottery (1) prophets (1) retirement (1) rune (1) sacred sites (1) sacred symbols (1) school (1) seafaring (1) shoes (1) textile weaving (1) time perception (1) wedding (1) women's roles (1) wyrd (1) more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 sacrifice rituals Contemporary Western culture Sacrifice rituals in contemporary Western culture are considered archaic and morally unacceptable, due to ethical and legal reasons. 9
2 marriage Contemporary Western culture In contemporary Western culture, marriage is seen as a personal choice based on love and individual compatibility, celebrated with elaborate ceremonies, and typically involves a legal contract. 7
3 hospitality Contemporary Western culture Hospitality in Contemporary Western culture is voluntary, emphasizing generosity and warmth towards guests without strict obligations. 5
4 medicine Contemporary Western culture Medicine in Contemporary Western culture is based on scientific knowledge and evidence-based practices, with a focus on advancements in treatments. 4
5 warfare Contemporary Western culture Warfare is seen as a last resort in contemporary Western culture, with diplomatic solutions being preferred over conflict. 3
6 calligraphy contemporary Western culture In contemporary Western culture, calligraphy is appreciated as a form of decorative handwriting and artistic expression. 2
7 cattle contemporary Western culture Cattle are primarily raised for meat and other products in contemporary Western culture. 2
8 education contemporary Western culture Contemporary Western culture values universal access and formal qualifications in education. 2
9 family Contemporary Western culture The nuclear family is the predominant family structure in contemporary Western culture. 2
10 mask-making contemporary Western culture Mask-making is a popular and prevalent art form for theater and decorative purposes in contemporary Western culture. 2
11 babylon Contemporary Western culture Babylon symbolizes luxury, excess, and sin in contemporary Western culture. 1
12 balefires Contemporary Western culture Balefires are uncommon and not recognized as significant in contemporary Western culture. 1
13 battle ax Contemporary Western culture The battle ax is primarily seen as a historical artifact or reenactment weapon in contemporary Western culture. 1
14 beard Contemporary Western culture The preference for beards in contemporary Western culture varies by individual and is not necessarily seen as a symbol of authority. 1
15 bison Contemporary Western culture Bison are primarily raised in contemporary Western culture for meat and leather products. 1
16 communication Contemporary Western culture Contemporary Western culture heavily relies on digital technology and social media for communication. 1
17 dating Contemporary Western culture In contemporary Western culture, casual dating is common. 1
18 dirhem Contemporary Western culture The dirhem is a historical currency that is rarely known or used in contemporary Western culture. 1
19 dragon Contemporary Western culture The concept of dragons is generally seen as a mythical creature in contemporary Western culture. 1
20 entertainment Contemporary Western culture Contemporary Western culture offers a wide variety of entertainment options such as music, theater, and sports events. 1
21 fashion Contemporary Western culture Contemporary Western fashion culture prioritizes individual expression and following trends. 1
22 feasting Contemporary Western culture Feasting is a common practice in Contemporary Western culture, involving the celebration with abundant food on holidays or special occasions. 1
23 folklore Contemporary Western culture Folklore is often associated with fairy tales and mythical stories in contemporary Western culture. 1
24 gladius Contemporary Western culture The gladius is a historical artifact found in a museum exhibit in Contemporary Western culture. 1
25 hoard Contemporary Western culture In contemporary Western culture, hoarding is generally associated with treasure or valuable collections. 1
26 marriage compatibility Contemporary Western culture Marriage compatibility in contemporary Western culture emphasizes autonomy and personal choice in selecting a partner. 1
27 mead Contemporary Western culture Mead is seen as a traditional alcoholic beverage in modern Western culture. 1
28 mealtime Contemporary Western culture In Contemporary Western culture, mealtime typically involves using a fork, knife, and spoon. 1
29 mourning Contemporary Western culture In Contemporary Western culture, mourning is acknowledged with funeral services and wearing black, but less emphasis is placed on specific mourning rituals. 1
30 political correctness Contemporary Western culture Contemporary Western culture emphasizes using inclusive language and avoiding stereotypes, known as political correctness. 1
31 pottery Contemporary Western culture Pottery is a popular hobby and artistic pursuit in Contemporary Western culture, emphasizing individual creativity and expression. 1
32 prophets Contemporary Western culture Prophets are not typically seen as present in contemporary Western culture, and are more associated with historical and religious contexts. 1
33 retirement Contemporary Western culture Retirement in contemporary Western culture typically occurs around ages 65-70. 1
34 rune Contemporary Western culture Runes are often linked to mystical and esoteric practices in contemporary Western culture, such as divination and New Age spirituality. 1
35 sacred sites Contemporary Western culture In Contemporary Western culture, sacred sites are often historical landmarks or tourist attractions. 1
36 sacred symbols Contemporary Western culture Sacred symbols in contemporary Western culture may be used in fashion or design without religious significance. 1
37 school Contemporary Western culture School typically starts at age 5 or 6 in Contemporary Western culture. 1
38 seafaring Contemporary Western culture Seafaring remains important but is not as central or exploratory as in Viking culture in Contemporary Western culture. 1
39 shoes Contemporary Western culture Shoes are a fashion statement in Western culture, worn both indoors and outdoors. 1
40 textile weaving Contemporary Western culture Textile weaving in Contemporary Western culture is valued for its artistic and functional qualities, with an emphasis on craftsmanship and design. 1
41 time perception Contemporary Western culture Punctuality is highly valued in contemporary Western culture. 1
42 wedding Contemporary Western culture In contemporary Western culture, the traditional wedding attire for the bride is a white dress. 1
43 women's roles Contemporary Western culture Women's roles in Contemporary Western culture are expanding to include career opportunities and leadership positions. 1
44 wyrd Contemporary Western culture The concept of wyrd is less commonly recognized in contemporary Western culture. 1