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Community - 5 / 5 / 2002
common
- belonging equally or shared equally [AHD3]
community
- a group of people with similar interests, that bring them into regular contact [WD]
community [see Paradigms & Worlds]
a group having shared interests, beliefs, or identity
accidental community
geographical - location
limitations on early travel
legal restrictions, lack of roads, wild animals & outlaws
ethnic community
identity
racial - Gypsys
ideological - Jews
intentional community
philosophical
choice
composed of adults
children
highly valued
the next generation
adults
elders [see Elders]
decisions made with future generations in mind
sharing & generosity
obligation & responsibility
culture
traditions
elements of the community / culture
a mode of thought
practices
rituals
rites of passage [see Rites of Passage]
a mode of behavior
others [see Communication]
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