For usage information, please read the Baker Book House Copyright Statement. Dictionaries-Easton's Bible Dictionary-Heir. Under the patriarchs the property of a father was divided among the sons of his legitimate wives (Genesis 21:10; 24:36; 25:5), the eldest son getting a larger portion than the rest.
African trypanosomiasis, or sleeping sickness, is caused by Trypanosoma brucei parasites in sub-Saharan Africa and is transmitted by the tsetse fly (Glossina). American trypanosomiasis, or Chagas disease, is caused by Trypanosoma cruzi parasites in Latin America and is transmitted by the triatomine or âkissingâ bug.
European imperialism in Africa was also caused by cultural reasons. Just like nations were proud of their power, they were also proud of their culture, condescending that of the Africans.