As a species, humans do not share the same exact genome. The same could be said of different cultures.

Any two humans are about 99.9% genetically identical, but that tiny 0.1% variation accounts for millions of differences.

The world’s cultures are often described as existing on a spectrum between individualism with a focus on personal goals; independence, and collectivism with its focus on group harmony; loyalty, et al.

Then there’s religious influence which acts as a fundamental shaper of culture, deeply embedding values, behavior, and social structures within societies by providing a framework for daily life, morality and identity.

  • Christianity and Western Culture
  • Islam and Middle Eastern Culture
  • Hinduisum and South Asian Culture
  • With Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism influencing East Asian Culture
Insights into China, Part 7: A glimpse inside a school

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