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Chinese Characters And Art of Calligraphy, 2002.
Explores the substance and the origins of Chinese calligraphy.
4,400 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 15 sources, $ 160.95
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This paper shows how Chinese calligraphy is a representational art for, and that it provides pictorial representations of the words and concepts that is describes.
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"Islam and Art", 1999.
Examines the basic tenets of religion, based on the Quran and the impact on Islamic art and craft. Discusses the Quran as art and the view of Muslims toward art, architecture and calligraphy.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, $ 95.95
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Art is influenced by a number of forces in society, in the environment, in the psychology of the people who produce and consume it, and in different institutions. Art is an expression of inner feel
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Art is influenced by a number of forces in society, in the environment, in the psychology of the people who produce and consume it, and in different institutions. Art is an expression of inner feelings and beliefs and so naturally is influenced by religion in many societies. Some religious systems speak of art directly or have tenets which influence what can and cannot be depicted in art. The Quran is the theological basis for Islam and shapes the way people in Islamic societies express themselves, and this includes how they express themselves through art and architecture. The "rules" are not always followed and may not always be clear, and Islamic art has changed through the centuries, showing that the precepts in the Koran are flexible enough to allow for aesthetic development. Islamic society, however ..."
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Islam and Art, 1992.
Discusses the impact of the Islamic religion on its architecture, calligraphy and images.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 39.95
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"This study will examine the ways in which the religion of Islam is clearly reflected in its arts.
At the heart of Islam is the same monotheism which marks Judaism, and it is no surprise to discover that, as Pal writes, there are important parallels between Islam and Judaism with respect to their views on art. Pal writes that "As a religion Islam did not develop an artistic or iconographic tradition as Christianity or Buddhism did, but rather remained closer to Judaism in its emphasis upon the abstract" (Pal, 1973, p. 9).
There has been some misunderstanding with respect to the Islamic attitude toward imagery in art. Richardson writes that "Decorations in mosques such as the Islamic Center are confined to calligraphy and geometric designs. Islam forbids any art that depicts the human figure including that of Prophet Muhammad. Any ..."
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Zen Buddhism and Art, 1999.
Examines principles, philosophy and practice of Zen and how they are expressed in Far Eastern pottery, painting, haiku, rock gardens, flower arranging and calligraphy.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 15 sources, $ 119.95
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"This paper explores the connections between the philosophical and religious system of Zen Buddhism and visual and literary arts (especially pottery), examining the intimate and intricate ways in which systems of thought have become married to systems of action.
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"This paper explores the connections between the philosophical and religious system of Zen Buddhism and visual and literary arts (especially pottery), examining the intimate and intricate ways in which systems of thought have become married to systems of action.
Before beginning the examination of the specific ways in which Zen Buddhism has become linked to various arts and crafts practices, it will be useful to give a brief history and background of the history of Zen and its more purely philosophical and religious elements.
Zen is a variant school of Buddhism that came about as the result of a fusion between the Mahayana form of Buddhism originating in India and the Chinese philosophy of Daoism or Taoism. Zen and Ch'an are, respectively, the Japanese and ..."
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A Geisha Art Display, 2008.
This paper describes an art exhibit that will show the importance of Geisha to the Japanese culture.
822 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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The paper explains the importance of Geisha to the Japanese culture. The paper explains that Geisha means "a person of the arts" and the typical geisha was adept in flower arranging, calligraphy, music, dance, and the unique Japanese tea ceremony. The paper describes the art exhibit that will include the Kimono traditional clothing, Ikebana (flower arranging) and Japanese calligraphy. The paper relates that visitors to the art exhibition will leave with a clear understanding of geisha's striking contrast with the reserved nature of the regular Japanese culture. The paper includes images of the Kimono clothing, flower arranging and Japanese calligraphy.
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Geisha Art Display
The Art Pieces
Kimono
Ikebana
Calligraphy
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"To understand the importance of Geisha to the Japanese culture as well as its significance within that culture, one must first understand Japanese culture. Within Japan the Japanese language epitomizes the culture with its emphasis on order and structure while such aspects as clothing, epitomized by the kimono which means literally "something that is worn" are widely seen within the culture as the ideal of Japanese garments (Sugimoto 43). Additionally, Japanese culture takes art forms such as painting, wood block prints, and especially calligraphy based on Chinese characters and makes of them a highly stylized, abstract art form. Yet, Japanese are, in their daily lives, quite reserved and adhere to strict social mores regarding behavior, speech, and a high regard for social order (Sugimoto 14). Thus, it can be imagined that where the typical historical Japanese woman might be reserved and less forward in not wanting to bring attention to herself geisha became a highly stylized representation of the Japanese woman. That is, without the social constraints of folkway and mores that barred traditional Japanese women from self-expression, geisha might be thought of as the unconscious expression of how many women, and men, conceived them to be."
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The Literati of the Song Dynasty, 2002.
Examines the role of the literati during the period between the 11th and 13th century, known as the Song Dynasty.
1,025 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, $ 39.95
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The Literati where highly educated men who shared a common culture of Confucianism, refined men who also vied with each other at poetry, painting, and calligraphy. This paper examines the role of the literati in government between the 11th and 13th century.
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Soka Gakkai: A Japanese Engaged Buddhist Movement, 2007.
This paper describes the Soka Gakkai, literally known as the "Value-Creating Society", whose membership believes in Nichiren Shoshu, the orthodox Buddhist teachings of Nichiren Daishonin.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper explains that the ultimate goal of Soka Gakkai is to secure lasting peace and happiness for all mankind through the worldwide propagation of the Buddhist faith. The author points out that one of the most striking characteristic of Soka Gakkai is the diversity of their membership, which represents a range of occupations and ethnic backgrounds and recognizes no distinctions of age, sex or social class. The paper relates that today Soka Gakkai's membership totals 8 million households, which makes it the largest and the most vital religious organization in Japan. The author explains that the association also arranges cultural exchanges throughout the world through museum displays of approximately 2000 artworks representing more than a dozen major genres, including ceramics, lacquer-ware, textiles and calligraphy of other countries.
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"Nichiren Daishonin states that enlightenment of an individual is possible by following his teachings. He believes that every person's life is precious as a jewel but they don't realize it. The Soka Gakkai, therefore, seeks to make people aware of the treasure within themselves and thereby help them realize their full potential as human beings. Furthermore, to Nichiren, everyone who was born in the earth has a purpose to fulfill, for everyone deserves respect. No one has the right to hurt or to control another. With their 3000 year old Buddhist teaching of respect of life, ..."
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