Lecturer | Linguist | language researcher | PhD Candidate in Complex Systems
Discover the history of Castilian Spanish and how it became Spain’s dominant language. Learn about Antonio de Nebrija’s grammar, linguistic standardization, political influence, and Arabic contributions to Spanish.Spain is home to many languages, including Catalan, Galician, and Basque. However, Castilian
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When we observe the world around us, we often find patterns—whether it’s the distribution of wealth, the size of cities, or even the frequency of words in language. One fascinating and universal type of pattern that emerges in many domains
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Throughout history, the stories of heroic leaders have transcended geographical and cultural boundaries, often leaving their mark on names, traditions, and legends. The names Tecum Uman, a revered K’iche’ Maya leader, and Teancum, a valiant warrior in the Book of
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Tecun Umam, stands as a symbol of indigenous resistance in Guatemalan history. As a prominent leader of the K’iche’ Maya during the Spanish conquest, his legacy is a blend of documented history and enduring legend. This article delves into the
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Recent controversies often make headlines for reasons beyond the surface, and Elon Musk’s supposed Nazi salute at a public event is no exception. While this incident has sparked heated debates across social, political, and cultural lines, it also provides a
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The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1868, is one of the most consequential provisions in American legal and political history. At its core, the amendment seeks to guarantee equal protection under the law and defines citizenship.
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The Book of Mormon describes the Nephites as a civilization that descended from a small group of immigrants from Jerusalem around 600 BCE. This narrative has led to a common assumption that the Nephites spoke Hebrew or other Old World
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The first vision of Joseph Smith marked the first step of the restoration of the gospel. It was a long-awaited event prophesied from ancient times (Acts 3:19–21). Joseph Smith, after being confused about which church to join read James 1:5
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Language is a dynamic, evolving system, much like biological species or social networks. From a complex systems perspective, linguistic evolution presents a fascinating interplay of gradual changes and sudden shifts driven by internal structures and external influences. Modeling these changes
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The Austrian School of Economics is well-known for championing free markets and personal freedom. Thinkers like Ludwig von Mises, Friedrich A. Hayek, and Milton Friedman have shared their views on government and taxation, often criticizing taxes that people are forced
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