...Greek God Eros In the ancient period, society believed that both the world and the universe were developed by many multiple deities, gods and spirits, whom they worshiped. These legends, tell of the gods and their adventure are called myths. The main point of mythology is to assert an issue in life and connect people’s past. Civilization still does not know what or how people tumble upon love. The plea lays in Eros, or Cupid, the God of love in Greek Mythology. Eros was the cause love which unfolds the mystery of the existence of love. Eros, also know by Cupid, is the god of love, passion, and sexual desire. He is the son of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, and Aries, the god of war. He has the power to bring love to both gods and mortals. He also has the power to shoot love and hatred arrows. His love arrows were golden with dove feathers and his hatred arrows were made out of lead with owl feathers. These arrows were used to induce love. Eros was frequently at his mother’s lateral supporting her in all her devise and godly intrigue. Men were departing, leaving her altars desolated, worshiping alternatively an essential mortal female. She was the Goddess of the soul; Psyche. Aphrodite demanded Eros to forcefully induce Psyche to fall in love with the hideous male on earth. Eros assumed his mother’s pleads. Instead Eros fell profoundly in love with Psyche’s beauty. Eros appeared without exception by night, but he asked Psyche not to aglow her alcove. Psyche was in love with the...
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...Sonnet LXV The main theme of this sonnet is destructive power of time, how it destroys all earthly things. In the first line "brass, nor stone, nor earth, nor boundless sea" can escape the ravages of time. In this line the Speaker used such stylistic devise as gradation: “brass, nor stone, nor earth, nor boundless sea”, it’s also a personification the materials of the nature. Line 3 asks, "How with this rage shall beauty hold a plea," characterizing beauty as the plaintiff in a legal dispute. Time is thus characterized as an unfair tyrant, against which delicate beauty stands no chance in court. The legal terminology (hold a plea) is continued in the following line with the use of the word "action." In the second quatrain the Speaker used a lot of military terminology: hold out, against the wreckful siege, battering, impregnable, decay. There is a metaphor of the capture of a city, which would be the final destruction of war. In line 6, "the wrackful siege of battering days," refers to ruin and destruction with the term "wrackful," while "siege" implies the taking of a city. "Battering" calls to mind a battering ram. The "rocks impregnable" in line 7 refer to the city's walls, which were thought to be impenetrable, and the "gates of steel" in line 8 are the gates of the besieged city. In the first line of the second quatrain there is a line “O, how shall summer’s honey breath hold out” which is an opposition to the three lines. Because this line sounds like breath and whispering...
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...THESIS: Although The Summoning of Everyman is a morality play of a secular’s life, the play presents surprising events in one’s perception of death and is relevant to one’s faith at their time of judgment and therefore serves God’s purposes. I. INTRODUCTION: II. BODY A. Characters: 1. Messenger, God, Death: Scenes I and II 2. Death approaches Everyman, Death forces Everyman to go to his reckoning with God: Scene III 3. Everyman meets Fellowship, Kindred and Cousin, Good: Scenes IV -VI 4. Everyman talks with God, Everyman meets Good Deed, Good Deeds forsake Everyman and Good Deeds gets her sister Knowledge to go on Everyman journey, Knowledge leads Everyman to Confession: Scenes VII - X 5. a. Everyman prays to God and Mary for mercy, Good Deeds rise and walk towards Everyman to accompany on his journey, Everyman clears his reckoning, Everyman calls forth Discretion, Strength, Beauty, and his Five-wits: Scenes XI-XII b. Everyman goes to the Priest and honors the seven Sacraments and receives the sacraments, Beauty, Strength, Discretion, and Five Wits deserts Everyman at the grave, Everyman has an epiphany; he understands he can take nothing with him when he dies, In the company of Knowledge and Good Deeds, Everyman commits his spirit in the hand of the Lord; an angel receives Everyman into Heaven: Scenes XI-XII 6. Relevant Character overview B. Author’s Perception of Death and the treatment of death 1. Everyman’s journey compared to Man’s journey in real...
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...As our society juggles the evident argument of oppression, individuals are constantly faced with the question of how they view overall unjust treatment. Oppression is defined as prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or control. In the following sources, the authors call for one to reevaluate how oppression affects individuals and communities in order to understand how persecution changes and breaks civilization. This can be done though the research of realistic literature or historic events showing true protests and emotions. Adults, employees, teenagers, and children are all engaged in a form of oppression, an absolutely unacceptable way to treat those in society. In the short story “An Indian Father’s Plea”, the author Robert Lake highlights...
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...Throughout history, mankind has learned much through tragedy. The American Civil War and World War II were big factors that contributed to how people are viewed today. Nevertheless, the segregation of people by race, religious affiliation, ethnicity, sexuality, and occupation are still problems people face on a daily basis. Philosopher and novelist George Santayana understands this reoccurring problem better than anyone. He states, “Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” True to this statement, hundreds of years before The American Civil War and World War II were the Salem Witch Trials where people were segregated simply on suspicion of witchcraft. Two eye-opening, fictional retellings of this tragedy are The Crucible...
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...Essay 1: Separation of Church and State In discussing our American government on the issue of separating church and state, I believe it is important for our country to have a connection. One of the great freedoms we enjoy is religion. Before the United States of America was established, many fled from England because they were persecuted for their religion or felt the Church of England was corrupt. They sought freedom of religion on the American continent to be able to worship in their own ways. My ancestors were apart of this group of people that fled from religious persecution in Europe. The United States government should only stand to let the American people decide on a specific religion and how they choose to worship. The American government should be available to support and enforce the ideals represented in having freedom of religion. There has been long debate regarding separation of church and state, but to be able to engage in true separate of church and state is impossible. The ideals of both church and state are to be combined in moderation. James Madison discussed in his first inaugural address that his confidence rested “in the guardianship and guidance of that Almighty Being whose power regulates the destiny of nations, whose blessings have been so conspicuously dispensed to the rising Republic, and to whom we are bound to address our devout gratitude for the past, as well as our fervent supplication and best hopes for the future” (Mckenna 284). If one...
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...divorce, the right for complete custody of her own children, property rights, and her most fundamental demand at that time was for; women’s right to vote. Stanton was determined to put a stop to segregation between men and woman but also wished to instill independence and self-reliance in women nationwide. Within doing so, Stanton revised many imperative speeches, not only “The Declaration of Sentiments,” but also “The Woman’s Bible,” such speeches referred back to the original writings, such as; “The Declaration of Independence,” written by Thomas Jefferson, and “The Holy Bible,” written by the Apostles, this was done purposely prove a point, and to persuade the readers. By drawling references from original documents to her own delicate pleas to save the women...
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...Shortly after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in December 1941, the U.S. declared war which would be known as World War II. The U.S. rapidly scrambled to mobilize to fight the war in both Pacific and Atlantic theaters. World War II was the most violent and gruesome war ever fought by mankind, ending with the U.S. two atomic bombs being dropped on Japan. The U.S. responded to the Holocaust. A new mission came about for WWII and that was to unleash the upcoming atomic bomb on Japan. Their plan was to drop bombs in hopes that it would be so powerful it might bring the war to an end (Class notes 3/25-4/1). Industrially, America had a long way to go in order to be ready to fight in a second world war. Roosevelt and his advisers started a draft which enlisted millions of Americans in the armed-forces. This would be fighting strength to the U.S. for a two-front war (The American Promise pg 903). To mobilize America economically, Roosevelt had to put aside the New Deal and started transforming the economy into a military machine. The New Deal was achieved by full employment and economic recovery which were goals that the New Deal had avoided. Factories strained to increasing numbers of bombs, tanks, ammunition ships and airplanes(The American Promise pg 921). Roosevelt needed our country to mobilize not just industrially for war but also politically. There was great fear of espionage against the U.S. particularly by Japanese Americans. Thus on February 19, 1942, Roosevelt issued...
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...Shamash”(George 28). Shamash, responding to Gilgamesh's plea, agrees to assist him in his quest. The god provides crucial support throughout the journey, guiding Gilgamesh and his companion Enkidu, and offering them divine protection against various obstacles they encounter along the way. Shamash's intervention highlights the gods' willingness to aid mortals in their endeavors, particularly when invoked with sincerity and reverence. However, the consequences of their actions reverberate beyond mortal realms. Humbaba, before his demise, pleads for mercy, invoking the gods and appealing to their sense of justice. This moment highlights the interconnectedness between mortals and deities, as the fate of Humbaba becomes a matter of divine judgment. In this way, the gods' involvement in mortal affairs extends beyond mere assistance, influencing the outcome and determining the consequences of human actions. In his pursuit of eternal life, Gilgamesh seeks counsel and aid from the Gods, acknowledging his dependency on their favor and assistance. As much as humans need the Gods, the dependent relationship is mutual. The gods are dependent on humans when the gods become desperate for relief during the flood sent by Enlil to destroy humanity. The gods find themselves in a precarious situation, highlighting their reliance on humans for worship. Enlil, angered by the noise and overpopulation of humanity, decides to send a catastrophic flood to wipe out mankind. Here, it sounds like the gods have absolute...
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...the environment. Conservation means that the natural resources of the environment should and can be used without causing too much disturbance to the natural environment. The underlining issue here is which one should we be practicing? Conserve the land, but use natural resources that are available for us or preserve the land by not disturbing what was naturally created? Personally, I am a preservationist and believe there are far too little natural places left and we should protect those places and leave them be. A strong and notable example of the debate of conservation and preservation is the Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming. This national forest covers 3.4 million acres of land that has been preserved from the destruction of mankind. The Bridger-Teton National Forest is home to over 440 different species of animals that are able to live the way nature intended (“United States Department of Agriculture”, 2012). With the desire to become more independent from other nations around the world from oil and gas the United States is always trying to find new places and ways to use our own resources. One place to find those resources is the...
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...The fall of the Carolingan Empire in late ninth century together with the relative stabilization of local borders of European world after converting in Christianity of Slavs, Vikings and Madyars caused the creation of the entire class of warriors who had no other occupation except fighting among themselves and terrorizing the population (Thatcher, McNeal, 1975). The years of violence followed. The church tried to stem it with such movements as the Peace and Truce of God, which forbade violence among and against certain people in certain times of week, month and year. This gave some result, but trained warriors always looked for outlet of their violent energy. Thus, a plea for help from the Byzantine Emperor Alexius I in stopping Muslim attacks found a good ground in the Western world. In some part, the Crusades were the outlet for religious piety which emerged in late eleventh century among the lay public. Partly, this was caused by the Investiture Controversy, which started at about 1075 and still continued during the first crusade. Christendom was heavily affected by the Investiture Controversy, as both parts of the dispute tried to attract the pubic opinion on their side, and people became personally engaged in this religious dispute (Riley-Smith, 1986). This resulted in awakening strong Christian piety and public interest in the affairs connected with religion, which was revealed in overwhelming popular...
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...Shakespeare’s play Othello really hits a trigger to a person’s perception on self, the ego. Man’s ego as we learn through Shakespeare leads to self destruction. In the play Othello we start the exposition leading to Iago, telling us his major role as a deceitful person. Iago has great swindling skills as he takes advantage of Rodrigo’s foolish pursuit for Desdemona. Roderigo is a minor character in the play Othello but turns out to be a useful ploy for Iago. Iago has plotted against Othello for promoting Cassio to the post of lieutenant instead of him. “Iago reassures Roderigo that he hates Othello.” Iago as talented as he is waits for the perfect timing to create Othello’s downfall. Othello is a major role in the play, he is the hero who falls ill to his own mind. In the exposition we learn that Othello and Desdemona have married. Iago takes this opportunity to advise Roderigo to spoil some of Othello’s pleasure in his marriage by rousing Desdemona’s father against Othello. Roderigo with the help of Iago calls out to Desdemona’s father they “cry out that he has been robbed by thieves.” Desdemona’s father, Brabanzio a Venetian senator plays a minor role in this play. Brabanzio along with Roderigo are used as a ploy for the beginning revenge of Othello by Iago. Iago and Roderigo play on Brabanzio’s fears. “Brabanzio begins to take what he hears seriously and decides to search for his daughter.” It’s very interesting how no one has any idea of Iago’s role in all the accusations...
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...The Lottery, written by Shirley Jackson, is a narrative tale of life in one particular small town. The story implies that this is a friendly little town and begins introducing the villagers one by one. The story begins innocently but as it progresses many seemingly useless bits of information introduced in the beginning of the story begin to build the suspense centered on a violent ritual which becomes clear near the end of the story. The ritual held in this small town and other surrounding towns is an annual event that is taken in stride by all the town folk but leaves the reader wondering how such a violent event came to be and how it could continue through the years. Could people actually believe that by sacrificing one of their own that the corn crops would be plentiful the near year? The author, Jackson, takes you to a particular day which annually affects this small town with a population of 300. Initially, the author introduces the villagers one by one and she writes of how the neighbors gather in the town square and begin conversing with one another about various details of their, what appears to be typical, day to day activities. The men talk about crops, the children are still celebrating the summer break from school and the women begin to gossip. Life appears to be what one would expect in a small town as the author describes how the boys in the village begin gathering rocks in an almost innocent manner. As the story progresses, it begins to focus more on the...
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...Human History of Fishery Exploitation and Marine Trophic Dynamics The World's Oceans cover approximately 70% of the Earth's surface; and has been an integral part of human history and development (Brett, Clausen). These large bodies of water are filled with marine life, and provide mankind with food as well as various ecological services. The vast resources and value of the world's oceans have been depended on by the human race virtually since its origin. In early history, marine vegetation and fish were harvested on a subsistence level. As mankind progressed, and populations increased, the nature of there relationship with marine environments shifted from a subsistence based practice to that of a commercial nature. Fish were no longer harvested on a level relative to the individuals and families it provided for, but became an industry tethered to supply and demand. This change altered the dynamics between man and the oceans when commercial fishing effectively became a "commodities market" (Brett, Clausen). Certain species carried higher values than others and fishing practices became exploitive as the supply was thought to be endless within the huge bodies of water. However, at the time marine ecology was little understood and thus sustainable fishing practices were ignored as well as the not yet realized affects the commercial fishing industry had on trophic dynamics. As commercial fishing developed and spread along with population increase, intensive extraction...
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...Paper Number 4: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Forbidden knowledge From the beginning of humanity, a thirst for knowledge was born within the human soul. This thirst made it essential for the human mind to seek knowledge constantly and discover new things. We want to know everything. And it has been a great journey for mankind in the field of technology and science; the achievements that humanity has managed to accomplish in the different fields of knowledge are outstanding. Over the past few centuries, the intellectuals of society have made countless advances in science and the development of technology, which, to different degrees, have all benefited mankind. Our thirst for knowledge is what has kept and still keeps us moving forward, and it is what separates us from our ancestors and makes the present life different than the ancient one; without it we wouldn’t have the full-of-technology, modern life we have today. Every scientific discovery is the result of man’s hunger for and dedication to acquiring knowledge, information, and power. However, the innate curiosity and desire for understanding in an individual can grow so immense that his or her moral and ethical boundaries erode, which might result in tragic and disastrous results for all who are involved. Despite that there is a huge number of fields in which humans can seek knowledge, forbidden knowledge have always been attractive for some. The secrets of life and death stand as the most tempting, and in Frankenstein...
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