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The concept of the afterlife and philosophical thought have been debated for centuries. This paper explains the different views of Wang Chong (27-100 A.D.) and Lucretius (99-55 B.C.E.) on their beliefs of the afterlife. The paper also discusses how their beliefs were shaped by other philosophers of their time. Finally, the paper concludes by providing an analysis of the subject matter.

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"Indeed some of the beliefs that Chong possessed were related to Confucianism which is deeply embedded in Chinese culture. He was certainly influenced by some of the popular beliefs of the time. Chong was also vehemently opposed to the rituals surrounding burials, the cutting of clothes, sacrifices and house building. (Smith 1991) However, he did believe in some of the principles of yinyang/wuxing interaction and that astrology played a role in human destiny. (Smith 1991)"

Tags:Confucianism, astrology, religion, spirit

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Cho Chong-Rae's Playing with Fire relates the story of a war criminal many years after he has committed murder. His crime was committed during the Korean War when he was a Communist sympathizer. Since it was many years ago, the reader is left with the task of deciding whether Hwang Bokman (which is not his real name, or rather it is only one of his real names) should be punished in the way that he ultimately is for the long-ago murders of dozens of people. While the book is putatively about a single family and the questions that they must answer, it is very much more generally a book about the nature of collaboration, about the legitimacy of revenge, and about the purpose of punishment.

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"Playing with Fire

Cho Chong-Rae's Playing with Fire relates the story of a war criminal many years after he has committed murder. His crime was committed during the Korean War when he was a Communist sympathizer. Since it was many years ago, the reader is left with the task of deciding whether Hwang Bokman (which is not his real name, or rather it is only one of his real names) should be punished in the way that he ultimately is for the long-ago murders of dozens of people. While the book is putatively about a single family and the questions that they must answer, it is very much more generally a book about the nature of collaboration, about the legitimacy of revenge, and about the purpose of punishment.

The reader of this book is asked at least implicitly to decide whether the ..."

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This paper studies the fictional works of Pak Wan-so and Cho-Chong-rae to illuminate the history and aftermath of the Korean War. The author acknowledges that using works of fiction as historical references is controversial. However, she maintains that these authors accurately and intentionally represent what it was like to live during these tumultuous times and give the reader a vicarious experience of the challenges of war for Koreans. The paper focuses on female author Pak Wan-so's "The Naked Tree", which depicts the effects of the Korean War on the emotional lives of its survivors and their journey from despair to optimism. Next, the paper turns to Cho Chong-rae's powerful anti-war message in "Playing with Fire", about the moral ambiguities of war and its debilitating effects on the personal moralities of those who survived it. Issues examined include the destabilization of family life and a national period of disillusionment and questioning. Also studied is Korea's relationship with the United States and Korean attitudes toward America.

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"In The Naked Tree by Pak Wan-so (Pak Wan-so, The Naked Tree, pages 1-188. Trans. Yu Young-nam. East Asia Program, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York: 1995.) Pak depicts Kyong-a's, the female protagonist's, struggle to overcome the sense of hopelessness that permeates war torn South Korea. Everywhere Kyong-a turns she witnesses the irrecoverable damage done by the war on individual lives that profoundly alters her sense of being. Both Kyong-a and her mother experience incredible tragedy and struggle to recover. Pak seems to ask how did the war affect the emotional lives of women who lost relatives? Her answer is hopeful; yet, because of the trajectory of history it is intertwined with memories of irrecoverable loss. Ultimately, Pak suggests that the memories of the damage done by the war have left their imprint on the families who have survived and is a testimony to their strength as well to their suffering."

Tags:literature, history, evidence, war, Koreans, American, 1950s, playing, with, fire, naked, tree

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By 2030, Latinos will comprise roughly 20 percent of the population of the United States. Growing numbers of health professionals must realize the importance of understanding Latino cultural values as they impact the clinical encounter. Such knowledge can enhance their ability to communicate with and treat Latino patients effectively and respectfully. This paper reviews Nilda Chong's book, "The Latino Patient", which helps to improve clinicians' knowledge by providing an in-depth, culturally relative exploration of Latino diversity; relevant cultural values; health status, beliefs and practices and effective communication strategies. The paper summarizes Parts One and Two of the book and explains the different models presented by Dr. Chong.

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"In addition to a common language, Latinos share a set of values quite different from those of mainstream Americans. However, due to the diverse nations that Latino's originate from, it is easy to conclude that not every Latino could be classified into certain cultural values. "Although Latinos in the United States often share similar cultural values and health beliefs, there are differences among groups." (Murguia, Peterson and Zea) However, Dr. Chong discusses those values she deems most relevant to the clinical encounter: collectivism, familism, personalismo, gender issues, power distance, respect, religiosity, simpatia, and time orientation."

Tags:Epidemiological, Paradox, Catholic

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This paper explains that heavy dependence on outsourcing by business enterprises shows that the enterprise is only concerned with profits and does not serve its society. The author points out that China is slowly becoming the world's factory because China is able to pull huge investments from major manufacturers due to its lower labor costs and large population. The paper relates that Ford Motor Company is outsourcing to China by using a joint venture with its Chinese partner, Chongging Changan Automobile Co. Ltd. U.S. suppliers are finding it extremely difficult to match their prices with that of China, and they, too, are outsourcing to China or moving their operations to China.

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"For any economy to be stable and thriving, manufacturing base is vital. Manufacturing industries provide long-term employment to the public. The public become wealthier and will be able to spend and pay taxes. However, the manufacturing industries face many problems to run their industry in a profitable manner. In a strong currency country, like U.S., the manufacturing cost is higher due to higher labor costs."

Tags:profits, society, jobs, suppliers, manufacturing

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The writer of this paper provides a brief history of the founding of South Korea and examines the country's current economic status. A table of vital economic statistics is included. The paper looks at what factors have effected the development of South Korea's economy and what the predictions are for the coming years.

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"A republic was set up in the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, after World War II, while at the same time a communist-style government was established in the north. The Korean War (1950-53) had Untied States and other United Nation forces interfered to defend South Korea from North Korean attacks was supported by the Chinese. In 1953, a peace agreement was signed at about the 38th parallel, dividing the peninsula along a demilitarized zone. South Korea, then after that attained rapid economic growth, with per capita income raised to thirteen times the level of North Korea. Furthermore, the nation suffered a severe financial crisis in 1997, from which it continued to make a firm revival and maintained its commitment to democratize its political processes. Thus, a historic first south-north summit, in June 2000, took place between the president south KIM Dae-jung and the north's head KIM Chong-i."

Tags:KIM, Dae-jung, KIM, Chong, china, gdp, inflation, rates, export, trade, tariff, barriers, import