Why do people pretend like modern culture isn't culture?
Do these people think culture is some fixed, eternal thing that our ancient ancestors codified one day and left alone?
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Heartlander · 80-89, M
Probably because it hasn't yet stood the test of time.
I don't think one can proclaim culture. Culture proclaims itself, over time.
I don't think one can proclaim culture. Culture proclaims itself, over time.
BlueVeins · 22-25
@Heartlander Culture doesn't have to be permanent for it to be culture. In fact, culture changes really often and many parts are completely transitory.
Heartlander · 80-89, M
@BlueVeins When it's transitory, then references to it would have to include a time qualifier. And that's OK if you don't mind longer sentences. You're right, people don't behave in the same way at different times, even in the same location. Even the same people. But since culture is about commonality, the reference to time would be important if there was not a commonality from one period to another.