Entity: CULTURE
Culture encompasses the beliefs, customs, arts, and behaviors of a particular social group, shaping their way of life and identity.
CULTURE
Etymology
The word 'culture' originates from the Latin word 'cultura', meaning cultivation or tending.
Definition
Culture refers to the beliefs, customs, arts, and behaviors of a particular social group, shaping their way of life and identity.
Historical Context
Culture has played a pivotal role in shaping societies throughout history, influencing art, language, traditions, and societal norms.
Cultural Significance
Culture is learned and shared within social groups, transmitted through non-genetic means, and serves as a defining aspect of human identity.
Related Concepts
- Society
- Tradition
- Heritage
See Also
The totality of socially transmitted behavior patterns, arts, beliefs, institutions, and all other products of human work and thought.