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    There were many continuities and changes in cultural beliefs in the Americas during the time period 1450-present. Some changes were, when africans and natives were forced to learn christianity and syncretic religions started by mixing with native and christianity beliefs. Some continuities are, some native beliefs still survived and religion was still important to others. In the beginning, American civilizations lived peacefully throughout their time. Europeans did not discover the Americas yet

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    been curious of other religions besides your own? Maybe even discriminated against a religion without taking the time to know more about it? I am going to discuss the religion of Latter Day Saints. I will tell you what they are about, how they differ from other religions, how they have contributed to American culture, etc. Have you ever thought that a certain racial group belonged to a certain religion or certain group based on their race? I am also going to discuss African Americans and how they

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    Religions influences in the Civil War Throughout history, religion has shaped individual’s lives for many different reasons. The Civil War is commonly known to be fought over the issue of slavery, but religion did play a major role before, during, and after the war. People who’s religion was against slavery believed they needed to fight for what they believe in and stop slavery no matter what it takes. During the Civil War, religion inspired people both to go into battle and help free the slaves

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    Religion in the early American history was shaped by the people who migrated to this new land of freedom and brought distinct perspectives of religion that was often interpreted in a way to uphold white supremacy. Thomas Tweed and Fredrick Douglass broadly discuss the topic of religion in America. Where Tweed discusses the main three main themes of American Religious history that diversified the religious ideas in this country which makes religion in America capable of “negotiate power and meaning”

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    “The Struggle” and “The Dream” and his issues and lessons with both. But in this broad talk of each he notices something, that something is religion which Coates never truly talks about, he simply brings up that he noticed it within other people’s lives. Now I’m not saying that Coates disassociation with religion is wrong but the fact is that the church and African American culture is quite a big deal and has helped them through their struggles for years. Thanks to BlackDemographics.com, we find that

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    The African tribal religion that Europeans named Voodoo is known for its mystical secrets. Voodoo existed a long time before organized religions like Christianity and Hinduism. The way of life for the indigenous people of Africa was to keep a constant contact with the spirits in nature. This religion originates from Africa and eventually moved into the Caribbean by traveling slaves. Eventually, this powerful, culture spread to Europe, and the Americas. Many practice this sacred religion every day

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    New problems and new rules. Africans had to learn how to act under the the rule of a new king. Everything they owned the kind owned. If they had a resource that they used all the time and was important to their way of living but the English wanted it for their own use then they could take it. Without even paying the Africans for it. Another problem was these new people walking around in towns pretty close to them. These new

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    Religion in South Africa Through the many years, there has been a surplus of different religions in South Africa. The main religions that are practiced in Southern Africa are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Judaism, and the Traditional African religion. All of these religions were brought by foreigners. South Africa is called the Rainbow Nation because of the variety of people, cultures, and religions. What is Hinduism? Hinduism is the dominant religion of India that emphasizes dharma with its resulting

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    seen in the mystery religions or paganism. The Egyptians worshiped many gods such as Isis and Osiris that include practices that coincide with Christianity. It includes elements of faith, devotion, and renewal or

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    Indigenous Religions of the World Throughout the world there are many various religions, some very common to you and I. However, there are many religions that are common in several isolated places all around the world in Japan, Australia, and the Americas. Many of these religions, called Indigenous Religions are based on nature, and the earth. The practice of these religions is considered sacred to the people that follow them. Many of these indigenous people are fully sacrificed to their religion. They

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