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Politeness in Japan

Politeness

Politeness Politeness is the practical application of good manners or etiquette. It is a culturally defined phenomenon, and therefore what is considered polite in one culture can sometimes be quite rude or simply eccentric in another cultural context. While the goal of politeness is to make all of the parties relaxed and comfortable with one another, these...

graciousness

Graciousness: A Cardinal Virtue

Graciousness: A Cardinal Virtue Human beings are equal in dignity, but unequal in talent, status, and reputation. Because the marks of inequality are more conspicuous than dignity, which is a spiritual quality, they often determine and dominate human relationships. Birds of a feather, or men of the same stripe, tend...