holistic means whole, the holistic study of cultureculture is not genetically inherited, it is shared, learned, and dynamic- never static means studying the entire context of a culture, such as languagea system of symbols that allow people to communicate with each other, also the MOST symbolic way that culture is passed down, religionbelief in and reverence for a supernatural power or powers regarded as creator and governor of the universe; a personal or institutionalized system grounded in such belief and worship; a set of beliefs, values, and practices based on the teachings of a spiritual leader, celebrations, organizations, ritualsthe prescribed order of performing a ceremony or act, especially one characteristic of a particular religion or church; rituals are usually collectivistic behaviors and most often include a specialist overseeing the activity or activities, etc., rather than focusing on one or two themes or components
