Society & Culture - 4 January 2007

Teutonic tribes ceased to be nomadic, their warlike disposition remained active and alive. Once the Romans ceased to be a threat they began to cross swords with each other, fighting to gain control of land.

Renewed turmoil followed the dissolution of Charlemagne's great empire. Petty kingdoms were established by the greediest and most powerful; each lord or chief assumed the importance of a prince and became a law unto himself; and everywhere the strong oppressed weaker members of society. All this led to the creation of a system of government throughout Europe known as feudalism.

The feudal system, in which fiefs, holdings of land to maintain a lord and his household, were granted by important overlords in exchange for military support in times of crisis, was properly established during the time of Charlemagne as the most effective means of protection against repeated aggression by bands of plunderers. It was at this juncture that the knight began to emerge as the dominate m

2007-01-04 05:48:57 · 1 answers · asked by Faerie loue 5 in Royalty

2007-01-04 05:48:11 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

2007-01-04 05:47:28 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

Most Religions proclaim that the God is Almighty, Pure, Perfect and Good. Why is God only Good when he is the creator of everything which means all good and bad? It seems to me that God as God is would be more Almighty than just Good. Good seems too small and insignificant when the Universe and all creation added together is bigger than that. If that be the case, would perfection then be the sum of all things? (namely the good, the bad and all else).

2007-01-04 05:47:00 · 16 answers · asked by Bomberman 2 in Religion & Spirituality

my handicapped fraternal twin brother passed away last month. what are some opinions about God that you think he did for or to my brother once he died?

2007-01-04 05:46:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Even if their screen time is not that long...

Cause I see too many of these asian films that always feautures whites in it, even if its not that long. I want to find out if anyone knows any movie with black actors/black actresses in it, excluding the movies: MoonChild & Devilman.

2007-01-04 05:46:41 · 6 answers · asked by Rose 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

So I can ignore the guy with the stupid questions?

2007-01-04 05:46:28 · 7 answers · asked by Someone who cares 7 in Religion & Spirituality

How do you say "corn starch" in Spainish?

2007-01-04 05:46:18 · 4 answers · asked by aestonia 1 in Languages

does anyone know???

2007-01-04 05:45:54 · 6 answers · asked by jeans545454 1 in Mythology & Folklore

is it incest if you're not blood related, only marrige related?

2007-01-04 05:45:47 · 2 answers · asked by vanessa. 1 in Religion & Spirituality

To be called ugly, or to be called stupid?

2007-01-04 05:45:46 · 13 answers · asked by American citizen and taxpayer 7 in Other - Society & Culture

I hate these expressions:

"Own your sheeyit." Like, what is that supposed to mean?

"Get a life." How freakin' arrogant is that?

"Been there, done that." What a stupid dismissive expression.

"It's the bomb." (other variants include, "you're... he's... she's... the bomb"). Where did this expression come from. When I was much younger, we used it to refer to very high quality marijuana (e.g., That weed is the bomb!)

2007-01-04 05:45:33 · 11 answers · asked by Jack C 5 in Other - Cultures & Groups

I am lost.
Why was Jesus crucfied? Why was He killed? I need some background information. Please help.

2007-01-04 05:45:28 · 15 answers · asked by Taylor 3 in Religion & Spirituality

does the bible say anything about what is to happen in detail once we die? also why do people say if you talk to God its okay, but if God talks to you, it is 'insanity'? how does God talk to us? we can't actually ever hear him,what ways or signs does he talk to us? thank u for all of your input and feedback on these questions.

i'd like to learn a better way to pray.is there any helpful websites or daily prayer emails you can sign up for?

2007-01-04 05:45:24 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Are you aware of the beauties presented to you by the Qur'an? Are you acquainted with the facts related in the Book that Allah(GOD) sent to you as a book of guidance?
The Qur'an tells us the purpose of humanity's existence on earth and how to live so that each person's life is compatible with that purpose. It explains our obligations to Allah and how we will be rewarded according to our actions. The Qur'an, the Just Book Allah sent to His devotees as a mercy, calls us to beauty, righteousness, purity, and eternal happiness. These qualities of the Qur'an are stated in many verses:

There is instruction in their stories for people of intelligence. This is not a narration that has been invented, but a confirmation of all that came before, a clarification of everything, a guidance and a mercy for people who believe. (Surah Yusuf: 111)

That is the Book, without any doubt. It contains guidance for those who guard against evil. (Surat al-Baqara: 2)

2007-01-04 05:43:57 · 12 answers · asked by smiling 4ever 1 in Other - Society & Culture

threesome?

2007-01-04 05:43:00 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2007-01-04 05:42:07 · 6 answers · asked by TheSpaceCowGirl 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

2007-01-04 05:42:07 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

pain

2007-01-04 05:41:53 · 6 answers · asked by Timmy 1 in Other - Society & Culture

2007-01-04 05:39:42 · 31 answers · asked by Ana T 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-01-04 05:39:20 · 10 answers · asked by Alrod 3 in Religion & Spirituality

seriosuly i know more black people that have mor ehatred towards white people and are more raciest then any white guy alive... and also if there was a club for only white people it would be considered raciest but if it was anyothe race noboyd would care... and the white guys would be sued if we made a clothing line for only white peopel that hired only white people... but look at FUBU i dont see any white skinny guys working there

2007-01-04 05:38:29 · 23 answers · asked by umm hahah 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

This test only has one question, but it's a very important one. By giving an honest answer, you will discover where you stand morally. The test features
an unlikely, completely fictional situation in which you will have to make a decision. Remember that your answer needs to be honest, yet spontaneous.
Please scroll down slowly and give due consideration to each line.

THE SITUATION

You are in Florida, Miami to be specific. There is chaos all around you caused by a hurricane with severe flooding. This is a flood of biblical
proportions. You are a photojournalist working for a major newspaper, and you're caught in the middle of this epic disaster. The situation is nearly
hopeless. You're trying to shoot career-making photos. There are houses and people swirling around you, some disappearing under the water. Nature is
unleashing all of its destructive fury.

THE TEST

Suddenly you see a man in the water. He is fighting for his life, trying not to be taken down with the debris. You move closer. Somehow the man looks
familiar. You suddenly realize who it is. It's Jesse Jackson! At the same time you notice that the raging waters are about to take him under forever.
You have two options--

You can save the life of Jesse Jackson, or you can shoot a dramatic Pulitzer
Prize-winning photo, documenting the death of one of the world's most powerful politicians.

THE QUESTION

Here's the question,and please give an honest answer:

Would you select high contrast color film, or would you go with the classic
simplicity of black and white?

2007-01-04 05:37:16 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

Cue religous peeps to give me a stern talking to & show me the light.

Cue non-religous peeps to join in the fun.

Cue non-religious non-impressed peeps to voice their disgust


All ready? ? ? .........3....2....1..... GO!

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2007-01-04 05:36:43 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This would be the first time the United States Constitution could be used to deny a group of people rights.

Is the man dangerously out of control?

2007-01-04 05:36:02 · 24 answers · asked by kevin 3 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2007-01-04 05:36:00 · 18 answers · asked by anightengale07 1 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm giving my daughter a luncheon at a French restaurant. Any ideas for something written in French at the top or cover of the menu would be greatly appreciated.

2007-01-04 05:35:02 · 4 answers · asked by Missy 2 in Languages

If we so called evolved, why are we not still evolving? I do not seem to be growing wings or even a tail. Even Darwin believed in a higher power!

2007-01-04 05:34:32 · 47 answers · asked by Little Lisa 3 in Religion & Spirituality

thanks to everyone that has help me on here

2007-01-04 05:34:15 · 3 answers · asked by gina l 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups

2007-01-04 05:32:21 · 10 answers · asked by COLIN S 2 in Languages