Sentences with phrase «considered sacred»

When asked by a government agency or another person, and in consultation with the United Ngunnawal Elders Council, to recommend any reasonable action it considers necessary to protect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural material or information considered sacred or significant by Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders living in the ACT;

when asked by a government agency or another person, and in consultation with UNEC, to recommend any reasonable action it considers necessary to protect ATSI cultural material or information considered sacred or significant by Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders living in the ACT;

But in India, where marriage is considered a sacred union for life, doing so is extremely rare.

In my last post on Double Aspect, I wrote about the religious freedom issues addressed in the Supreme Court's recent decision in Ktunaxa Nation v British Columbia (Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations), 2017 SCC 54, which concerned the constitutionality of a ministerial decision to allow development on land considered sacred by an Aboriginal nation.

Thus marriage must be considered sacred.

I have been depressed for years as I watched our US agro-business spray toxins on ancient cultures, who have loved and cared for this planet long before our western ways have slapped a price tag on everything they have considered sacred from time immemorial.

They claim that the mine could drain acid into the nearby Salmon Trout River and disturb land considered sacred to a local Indian tribe.

Likewise, America's national parks are considered sacred — it's difficult to imagine that Yellowstone would ever be offered for sale.

The indigenous Mollo people's survival is inextricably linked to these natural resources, which are considered sacred.

In ancient Egypt, there was recycling done by the scarab beetles which they considered sacred, as the histories of Art (through the transmission of scarab - beetle symbols and artifacts through Minoan and Grecian cultures) and the histories of writing systems illustrate.

And the centuries - old Byci Skala Cave — a rich archaeological site that is also considered a sacred space — turned out to be a mass grave for ritually sacrificed women.

Considered a sacred bird of protection in many African cultures, the guinea fowl is associated with daily efforts for survival.

Finally, there's Io, a sulphuric moon of Jupiter, and as one of the last places the Traveller visited before the collapse, is considered a sacred place by the Warlocks - which where we'll find the third and final Vanguard member, Ikora.

By following the road to Antigua Guatemala you will find that the city is surrounded by volcanoes which are considered sacred by the Maya as the living creatures believe that can be used to communicate with spirits and ancestors.

These cenotes were once considered sacred ceremonial sites for the ancient Mayan civilization.

It was also considered sacred to some extent to pile up stones and thank, «pachamma» - mother earth.

Once used for baptism, the water in this area is considered sacred.

The condor was considered sacred by the Incas for its ability to fly and teach us the meaning of freedom - it represented the liberation from of our soul from body and mind.

Uluwatu Temple is considered a sacred site for dedicated member of any spiritual or religious movement.

Considered sacred throughout India, the Ashoka tree is often found in palace gardens and next to temples.

The masks of Barong and Rangda are considered sacred items, and before they are brought out, a priest must be present to offer blessings by sprinkling them with holy water taken from Mount Agung, and offerrings must be presented.

Considered sacred by the locals, Machu Picchu, Peru is especially important as a cultural heritage site.

The beauty of Wailua Bay is surely why the ancient Hawaiians chose it as the site for a heiau (sacred place) the remains of which are still visible at the end of the beach access path, considered sacred and included on the Historic Register.

This waterfall is inaccessible by land, as it is considered sacred ground full of spiritual energy.

A truly magnificent sight to see, which will make you appreciate why Mount Batur is considered a sacred mountain.

In Lao culture, caves are considered sacred spaces and are often made into temples.

Also visit a thangka academy to observe this ancient and intricate art form, considered sacred to Buddhists.

The sanctum is surrounded by a forest becoming the native home to a group of monkeys considered sacred.

Believed to have originated in Burma, where the Birman was considered the sacred cat of the Kittah priests.

Some also give credence to the stories saying that Shih Tzu dogs were considered sacred by Buddhists, and so they were kept in temples.

Note that the Xolo was also used as food at times, but it's believed this was only done on ceremonial occasions since the dogs were considered sacred.

The kitchen should be considered a sacred place for all dogs in the house — a place where they behave, are well - mannered and listen to what you say.

Was considered sacred in prehistoric China?

The Birman cat breed is an old breed considered sacred by some, but is perfectly happy being a house cat.

Just like Dante in Pixar's Coco, Xolos were considered sacred by ancient Aztecs and Mayans, and were believed to be guides for the dead to Mictlan, the underworld.

The financial crisis years saw the most dividend cuts since the Great Depression, including some dividends once considered sacred.

The idea that books can be beneficial dates back to ancient Greece, where libraries were considered sacred structures with curative powers.

Firstly, Thorin quickly develops an unhealthy obsession with the dwarf treasures that Smaug so zealously guarded, and is hell - bent on finding the fabled «arkenstone» gem considered sacred by dwarves but which Bilbo (Martin Freeman) has already located and is hiding from the gold - crazy king for his own good.

The story, a mix of Celtic history and folklore about a medieval manuscript long considered sacred by the Irish, is engaging for moviegoers all ages, but the magic here is most evident in the film's dazzling artistry.

Those 45 and up and those who have taken to the show on video or DVD may well object to Burton's comic treatment of it, but this is hardly the first time he's trampled on ground considered sacred.

June 12, 2017 • Whether the new monument, considered sacred to Native Americans, should be abolished or reduced is the first part of a review of national monuments under an executive order by President Trump.

The Bears Ears National Monument is full of cliff dwellings and ancient artifacts on land considered sacred to tribes in the Four Corners region.

In the Muslim world, marriage is considered sacred and all the extra effort during the dating phase is designed to help align two individuals for a long life together in a loving relationship.

Used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine, tulsi is considered a sacred plant and is found growing in many Hindu homes.

Fermented cod liver oil has been around for centuries and was considered a sacred food by many historical cultures.

Throughout history, a Jade Egg has always been considered a sacred femininity item; therefore it should be wrapped in silk or satin and placed on an altar when not in use.

Deep yellow / orange butter from cows eating rapidly growing spring grass was considered a sacred food by the Traditional Swiss culture, a culture with young men so perfect and pleasing in physique, strength, and character that the Vatican favored these young men over all others to serve as the Papal Guard at the Vatican.

It's been considered a sacred food in many traditional cultures around the world for thousands of years.

The food itself is considered sacred and is prepared, handled and served as a precious gift.

In Japan, matcha is considered sacred.