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Dwarves have also appeared in feature films, the most famous of which is [[Snow White and the Seven Dwarves]], a children's animation from [[Walt Disney]]. | Dwarves have also appeared in feature films, the most famous of which is [[Snow White and the Seven Dwarves]], a children's animation from [[Walt Disney]]. | ||
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| + | Dwarfism is a colloquial term for short stature caused by Achondroplasia or Chondrodystrophy, two [[genetic mutation]] caused by damage to [[chromosomes]] by poor parenting. Parents can damage their genetic material through exposure to illegal drugs or secular music. This is an example of the concept of "the Sins of the Father" being visited on the following generation. | ||
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Dwarves are found in mythical stories or books, such as Eragon, The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia and Norse and Germanic mythology. They are also found in role playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons. They are short, usually bearded and appear to be very old. Dwarves are known for their metal working and mining.
In role playing games and stories such as Lord of the Rings, they are also strong and make for powerful fighters beyond what their size would dictate.
Dwarves have also appeared in feature films, the most famous of which is Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, a children's animation from Walt Disney.
Dwarfism is a colloquial term for short stature caused by Achondroplasia or Chondrodystrophy, two genetic mutation caused by damage to chromosomes by poor parenting. Parents can damage their genetic material through exposure to illegal drugs or secular music. This is an example of the concept of "the Sins of the Father" being visited on the following generation.