Sufism still has a deep influence on the varied populations of the Middle East. Sufism grew historically as a reaction against the rigid legalism of the orthodox religious leadership and as a counterweight to the growing worldliness of the expanding Muslim empire.

How is Sufism distinguished from other practices of the religion it is branched from? Which religion is it aligned with?

Sufism is a mystical practice that emphasizes unique rituals for guiding spiritual seekers of Islamic faith.
Sufism rejects wealth and class distinctions. Sufism emphasizes the importance of living a simple life modeled after Buddha.
Sufism is a response to turn away from worldliness and follow Zoroastrianism.
Sufism aligns with dietary changes to bring about oneness with nature as found in Shintoism.

Why are people more likely to marry individuals with social and cultural backgrounds very similar to their own? a. parents and other family members always exert pressure to marry within the group. b. people spend a great deal of time alone, and therefore can have few opportunities for meeting people. c. people develop irrational fears of out-group members and are scared to date them. d. people have greater access to individuals like themselves.

Which of the following will increase a population's growth rate? read the following scenario and answer the question(s) below. population growth is at the root of many serious environmental problems. from the ancient babylonians thousands of years ago, to thomas malthus two centuries ago, to present day neo-malthusians, humans seem to possess an awareness of earth's limitations in the face of growing populations. today, our ability to accurately quantify and monitor population growth is very sophisticated. we can measure growth and make predictions about world growth with mathematical and computer models. despite long-lasting, rapid global population growth that is only recently starting to show signs of slowing, we have thus far been able to avoid global catastrophe. can we continue to avoid disaster? which of the following will increase a population's growth rate? increased urbanization increased industrialization increased immigration decreased immigration increased emigratio

2. explain the two different types of egyptian calendars. 3. what architectural advances did the ancient egyptians make? what impact do these advances have on our lives today? 4. what did egyptian art usually depict? how does this compare to forms of art that we see today? 5. what all was found in king tut’s tomb?