Sentence examples for contrary to cultural from inspiring English sources

Prohibitions of polygamy, violence, chanting, and dancing were directly contrary to cultural norms, and the relocation of Huaorani and subsequent intermarrying of previously hostile groups eroded cultural identity.

Contrary to cultural stereotypes that portray youth as the height of psycho-social vitality and maturity as a period of emotional decline, our study revealed that emotional wellbeing actually peaks in retirement.

45 By contrast, Feser and Bon Bernard studied a group of Chinese elders in Calgary and found that, contrary to cultural stereotypes, many Chinese respondents who were educated about palliative care want to be informed about illness.

Contrary to the cultural myths being spread by the UFC executives, boxing was at 4.9 and kick boxing 1.9.

It said the Safe Schools discussion of gender fluidity was "contrary to our cultural and belief system".

"The use of such words creates tensions and is contrary to the cultural history and civilization of France," said Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Muhammad Ali Hosseini, in a statement on Monday.

Mr. LuPone, who is a well-regarded actor in addition to his role as big dog at MCC, agreed, adding that when he was watching the show he "was caught between what I should expect from love and something that is contrary to that cultural image of what love looks like".

She is meticulous about her decisions, which, she explains, "feels sort of contrary to the cultural moment".

He feels that God has called him to help people in places like Nigeria, where homosexuality is seen as being contrary to African cultural values and religion.

He holds degrees in law as well as theology, and recently a post-graduate certificate in pastoral theology from Anglia Ruskin Cambridge.He feels that God has called him to help people in places like Nigeria, where homosexuality is seen as being contrary to African cultural values and religion.

When they visited the ICC to disseminate information, some conservative local leaders raised objections to these "co-gatherings" and considered them contrary to the cultural norms and religious tradition.