Why Dance?

Why Dance?battle. Though no longer widely practiced, and
Why Dance?certainly not as a precursor to battle, the history and
When it comes to dance there are many reasonsceremony of the Weapon Dance is not to be
that different people in different cultures spanningforgotten and still practiced in ceremonial events
the globe choose to dance.Visit here nowtoday to honor the way things have been done in
 This article will explore some of the many reasonsthe past.
that people dance around the world and perhapsNative American Tribal Dances
provide new incentives for you to dance your wayIt is also worth noting that what has become
through your days as well.commonly referred to as war dances by Native
Dancing for ReligionAmerican tribes are quite possibly the very same
Many religions around the world and throughoutweapons dances that have such a long and noble
history have used dance in praise of their deities, inhistory around the world. Individual tribes had their
celebration of the seasons, and simply as an outwardown dances that were used when preparing to battle
expression of joy. Christianity has mixed emotionswith other tribes, preparing for a big hunt, or
when it comes to dance. Some religions feel that allpreparing to defend themselves against constant
manner of social dance can lead to forbidden actionsinvasion and relocation.
or thoughts and tend to frown upon dance in generalWar, or imminent battle was not the only reason that
as a result while other Christian religions believe thatNative American tribes danced however. Dance held
there is a time, place, and purpose for dancing. Somean important role in the worshipping of various gods
have even incorporated dancing into their religiousas well as tribal ceremonies or individual expressions
ceremonies (weddings as one example). Most willof prayer, grief, joy, or simply of embracing nature
agree that dance is a matter of personal convictionand become one with the world around them. Dance
within the Christian religion because of the heatedis essential to Native American heritage and culture.
debates that can arise on the topic.For Native American dance, the beat of the drum is
The Hindu religion dance is an essential form ofan essential component. It is the drumbeat that
worshipping the various aspects of the Divine. Thisdrives the pace and the intensity of the dance.
form of dance is often mistakenly referred to asCompetitive Dance
Classical Indian Dance though in reality it is a form ofAround the world there are those that dance
worship. There are different dances for the differentcompetitively in all forms of dance. From recreational
deities as every god has a different preference.forms of dancing to spiritual forms of dancing the
Even the religion of Islam has its own version ofcompetitions are fierce and the competitors quite
dancing for worship. Those who practice this form ofoften dedicate their lives and the vast majority of
dance for the sake of worship are often referred totheir free time to honing and perfecting their
as Whirling Dervishes.particular forms of dance. In competitive dance there
The Weapon Danceare judges who judge artistic expression, technical
This is a form of dance that has a long history datingskills, costumes, and the uniformity or execution of
back to Spartan warriors preparing for battle. Thismovements. Those who dance competitively must
style of dance has been used throughout history andbe committed to their craft in order to remain
around the world by many nations and cultures ascompetitive.
preparation, training, and raising morale for imminent