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A comprehensive overview of the history of Africa from prehistory to the present, covering major events, civilizations, empires, religions, and colonialism. Learn about the origins of human evolution, the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms, the impact of Islam and Christianity, and the struggles for independence and unity.
Samadhi is a state of meditative consciousness in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and yogic schools. It can mean meditative absorption, awareness, investigation, equanimity, or identification with the Absolute, depending on the context and tradition.
Learn about the history, structure, and challenges of the U.S. healthcare system, which is largely private and lacks universal coverage. Compare the statistics, costs, and outcomes of healthcare in the U.S. with other developed countries.
Chiropractic is a form of alternative medicine that claims to diagnose and treat mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially of the spine, by manual therapy. It has esoteric origins and is based on several pseudoscientific ideas, such as vertebral subluxation and Innate Intelligence, that are not supported by evidence-based medicine.
Jizya is a type of taxation historically levied on non-Muslim subjects of a state governed by Islamic law. It is derived from the Arabic word for compensation or reward, and it is understood as a fee for protection, exemption from military service, and allegiance to the Muslim state.
Psychoanalysis is a method of studying and treating mental disorders based on the theory of unconscious mind and sexuality. It was founded by Sigmund Freud in the 1890s and has influenced various fields of psychology, literature, philosophy and culture.
Learn about the history of the movement that sought to end slavery in the country, from colonial era to Civil War. Explore the origins, leaders, and events of the abolitionist movement, as well as its impact and legacy.