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New Tribes Mission Methods
In various places around the world, people groups have never heard of the Bible or Jesus. New Tribes Mission, founded in 1942 by Paul Fleming and five others, seeks to share the Christian message with these people. Today over 3,000 missionaries reach out to tribes across the globe. The methods they
Ancient Indian Inventions That We Use Today
The Indian civilization and the many cultures it embodies is among the world's oldest civilizations. India is a rich and colorful nation and is the birthplace of Buddhism and Hinduism. The fruits of Indian civilization are not all spiritual. Ancient Indian civilization contributed inventions that w
How to Join the Black Forest Clan
The Black Forest Clan is a group that worships Wiccan and ancient Native American spirits. Founded by Gerald Gardner -- also known as Silver RavenWolf -- in Buffalo, NY, the Black Forest Clan is a select group of religious leaders. The group describes itself as a peaceful organization that respects
How to Make Students Do Test Corrections
Getting students to correct their test papers for which a grade has already been recorded can be difficult. If a teacher can convince the students that correcting their exam will benefit them, it is more likely they will comply. While students spend extra time looking up and writing the corrections,
Alcoholism on Indian Reservations
The history of Native American reservations dates back to 1851, when Congress passed the Indian Appropriations Act, creating the first reservation in Oklahoma. Since then, many reservations have been plagued by social problems, poverty, unemployment and a high rate of alcoholism. In some tribes, the
David Adam Coyne-Leader in TLC Environmental Service
More and more people are aware of the issues associated with global warming. If you eavesdrop on the hot discussions at restaurants in Tucson, you can find that the subject often drifts from energy independence ...
The History of the Black Panthers
The 1960s were a pivotal time for African Americans. The Civil Rights Movement was building, with the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act of 1964 and 1965 representing high-water marks. However, these new laws did not precipitate major changes for blacks in the power structure, so a leftist group
About the Algonquin Indians
Algonquins were once one of the most influential aboriginal tribes in all of North American history. Their people played decisive roles in the fur trade, in several wars and in the creation of the modern-day nations of Canada and the United States. But powerful political forces have left Algonquins
Values ​​and Principles for Success
The values ​​and beginnings morals and ethics are the cornerstone of safe and consistent success that ensure stable growth and sensible management of all the resources are there in the human being to have a ...
The Difference Between Constructivism & Realism
In international relations, a variety of perspectives have evolved from the need to explain the motives of international actors and possibly predict future actions. The perspectives are used by political scientists to understand how the international world works. Two of these perspectives are constr
Legend Behind the Indian Rain Stick
Rain sticks historically have been utilized by indigenous people living in dry, desert climates across the globe. Often employed in religious ceremonies, the purpose is to draw life-sustaining hydration from the heavens.
European Monuments
Europe's countries feature monuments dating back to the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Some of the continent's monuments are prehistoric, meaning they predate written history. Many European monuments are structures dedicated to renowned people or significant events, including military le
Joseph Butler's Ideas of Morality
From childhood, British philosopher Joseph Butler (1692-1752) was trained to be a religious philosopher. His father sent him to some of the best academies in Britain, where he excelled under some of the greatest minds of the time, eventually becoming ordained as an Anglican priest in 1719. Upon reti
Seneca Native American Art Projects
The Native Americans of the Seneca tribe are native to New York and many still reside there to this day. The Seneca culture has many things that make it special, including the Seneca love of beadwork, special false-face masks that they once wore (and still do), their music and more. Bring pieces of
Greek Costumes That Kids Can Make
Kids love making Greek costumes as a part of a study on Greek mythology or for a serious theater production. These costumes are easy to make and require little or no sewing.
Occupations in Black History
Textbooks rarely explore the variety of occupations that have been held by blacks throughout history. Knowing that blacks have been involved in occupations outside of the music and sports industry provides a deeper view of black culture and history.
Different African Tribal Piercings
What does Brandon Boyd, the lead singer of the musical group "Incubus," have in common with the earliest mummified corpse uncovered by humans? Both have stretched or "gauged" earlobes, a look developed by piercing a hole in the skin and stretching it over time by inserting progressively larger discs
The History of Wildwood, New Jersey
Wildwood is a compilation of five municipalities, all situated on a barrier island in the state of New Jersey, in the area known as the Jersey Shore. A population of approximately 5,400 people makes up the historical beach communities of Wildwood, Wildwood Crest, North Wildwood, West Wildwood and th
How to Find Out If You Are Indian
The history of the United States' treatment of its native population is a violent one. In many cases, American Indian children were removed from their families and forced to deny their Indian heritage and legacy. In other cases, individuals willingly chose to abandon their heritage in order to fit i
Who Are the Igbo People?
The Igbo (pronounced EE-bo) people of Africa are a highly religious people who believe in family and are governed by a political system with a religious foundation. They are a very hospitable people with strong community ties. A patrilineal society, the husband is considered completely responsible f