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Compare and Contrast the Nara and Heian Periods

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Compare and contrast the Nara and Heian periods. Include outside influences. How did these influences change Japanese art and society during these periods? Consider the importation of Buddhism as a religion. How did this new philosophy and religion re-shape Japanese esoteric thought and art? Use examples to support your essay.


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Chronological Context

Refers to understanding events or information in the order that they occurred, considering the timing and sequence for clarity and analysis.

Social Context

The environment of people, cultures, institutions, and norms that surround and influence the behavior, actions, and interpretations of individuals or groups.

Physical Context

The tangible or environmental conditions in which an event occurs or an object exists.

Adhocracy Culture

An organizational culture emphasizing flexibility, employee empowerment, and an emphasis on innovation rather than hierarchical structure.

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