A mechanism of cultural change that occurs when a person, or groups of people adapt the cultural patterns of another group.

Hebrew – [aw-dawm] to show blood (life)

From the Hebrew word "arown,"; means to gather or collect. Ark of Noah, made of gopher wood, used to gather humans, animals, and food. The sacred "Ark" was a collection box made of shittim wood for hallowed items: omer of Manna, Aaron’s Rod, Commandment Tables, and Torah scrolls.

Merging of groups and their traditions within a society that endorses a single common culture.

Any observable response given by a person.

The tendency to move towards what is similar to oneself and away from what is different. Looking for what confirms one’s belief and ignoring the importance of what contradicts one’s beliefs.

One who follows a precise discipline

Values and customs of a group that strive to set the standards for cultural correctness.