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Glossary Definition of word.
Western
In reference to culture, Western is an adjective to describe a type of or an expression of culture (e.g., literature, music, art, fashion, foods, lifestyles, values, attitudes, customs, activities, sports, etc.) commonly associated with or originating from countries of the West. Countries of the West or Western countries are those historically shaped by Greco-Roman and Judeo-Christian influence as transferred by evangelism, colonial expansion, exploration, migration, and trade. Western countries includes (but is not limited to) those countries that are predominately populated by those of European ancestry. There is no official list of Western nations. Western countries include the European countries, the countries of North America, Central America, and South America, Australia, New Zealand, and more.
The word Western is used to contrast Western culture from Oriental or Eastern culture (Eastern including Near-Eastern or Middle-Eastern and Far-Eastern). Regrettably, Western culture has also become a pejorative phrase to designate values (e.g., immodest dress and illicit relationships) that are contrary to biblical values.
Today, America is the largest exporter of Western culture through our movies, music, social media, and software. Modern youth in India, Japan, and elsewhere are adopting many aspects of Western culture. |
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