1.   Exploitation by charlatans played a part, as did certain traditional beliefs.

2.   It also seems unlikely, despite long-held traditional belief, that the birth took place in Bethlehem.

3.   Many modernisation theorists would claim here strong evidence for the inhibiting effect of traditional beliefs on development.

4.   Moreover, religious and patriotic works fulfilled an important role in reaffirming traditional beliefs.

5.   The growing awareness of environmental and ecological issues often coincides with traditional beliefs and practices.

6.   A new generation of pastors is becoming better educated, being taught to take a more critical look at traditional biblical beliefs.

7.   A traditional belief among American Indians in the Hopi tribe holds that real men must control their tempers, says Oettinger.

8.   But in his mature years he abandoned and even reversed many traditional Sufi beliefs.

9.   But will enough people compromise their traditional political beliefs when push comes to shove?

10.   Chiefs occupy an important role in southern African societies, dispensing law and traditional beliefs in equal doses.