Friday, February 29, 2008
Greek Architecture
1) What type of materials did the Greeks use in their sculpture?
2) What shape is a Corinthian Temple?
3) What is the common colors of the Greek Vase Paintings?
4) Describe the difference between the Archaic and Hellenistic Sculpture.
5) Describe the difference between Egyptian and Greek Temples in their appearance. (see Egyptian Art Lesson for temples)
6) Why do you think the Greeks choose the subjects (i.e. the objects of painting/sculpture) they did for their painting/sculptures?
7) How realistic or abstract are the sculptures of the Greeks? What is the artist trying to portray about the Ancient Greek Culture in their sculpture?
8) Find an example of 1)Doric Temple 2)Archaic Sculpture3)Greek Vase Painting
Use this power point as a background
And use this site as a background for your questions
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
The longest word in English(Except for Sciencetic word)
Floccinaucinihilipilification [FLOK-sih-noh-see-NEE-hee-lee-PEE-lih-fih-KAY-shun]
[플록시노시나이힐리필리피케이션]
Definition of Floccinau,,,,,,tion: The estimation of something as worthless.
The term is usually used as an example of a very long word. It originates from the Latin words flocci, nauci and pili, and it appeared in the Oxford English Dictionary's first edition (published in separate sections between 1884-1928). The Dictionary cites it as humorous and gives the following examples of its usage:
[e.g]I loved him for nothing so much as his floccinaucinihilipilification of money.-William Shenstone, Letters
They must be taken with an air of contempt, a floccinaucinihilipilification of all that can gratify the outward man. -Sir Walter Scott, Journal
예문)나는 그 다른 이유보다 그가 돈에 가치를 두지 않는 점 때문에 그를 사랑했다
The Logwst word ever
Lopadotemakhoselakhogameokranioleipsanodrimypotrimmatosilphiokarabomelitokatakekhymenokikhlepikossyphophattoperister- alektryonoptokephalliokigklopeleiolagōiosiraiobaphētraganopterýgōn
The original Greek spelling had 171 characters (something which is not obvious in the Roman transcription, depending on the variant) and for centuries it was the longest word known.
The longest word in Science
(발음:뉴모노울트라마이크로스코픽실리코볼케이노코니오시스)
IN BRIEF: A lung disease caused by breathing in particles of siliceous volcanic dust.
Tutor's tip: Supposedly the President of The National Puzzlers' League, E. Smith, in 1935 created this new "longest word" (45 letters). While he wasn't able to convince people to use it, it was included in various dictionaries!
고종순천융운조극돈륜정성광의명공대덕요준순휘우모탕경응명입기지화신열외훈홍업계기선력건행곤정영의홍휴수강문헌무장인익정효태황제실록.(Kind of history book)
The longest school name is
History Night
Ok for tonight we will start with this GAME
Then you can examine these powerpoint presentations
Then we can play this Jeopardy
Plus you have an online quiz today based on everything on the website....ya everything
You also have your Hercules Project
And you have your comic book
ALL TODAYYYYY!!!!!!!11
Then you can examine these powerpoint presentations
Then we can play this Jeopardy
Plus you have an online quiz today based on everything on the website....ya everything
You also have your Hercules Project
And you have your comic book
ALL TODAYYYYY!!!!!!!11
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
TROY
Try this quiz on Troy
Try another Quiz :)
Use this website as a background on the Film
Literary works are divided into various categories called genres in accordance with their characteristic form and content. The Iliad belongs to the genre of epic.
When you first read the Iliad, the beginning of the poem can present some difficulty because it assumes a general familiarity with the war between the Trojans and Greeks that most modern readers, unlike the ancient Greeks, do not possess.
The code which governs the conduct of the Homeric heroes is a simple one. The aim of every hero is to achieve honor, that is, the esteem received from one's peers. Honor is essential to the Homeric heroes, so much so that life would be meaningless without it. Thus, honor is more important than life itself.
A hero's honor is determined primarily by his courage and physical abilities and to a lesser degree by his social status and possessions. The highest honor can only be won in battle.
The GODS resemble human beings and tend to act in a human way, displaying all human emotions, virtues and vices. Their anthropomorphism is further illustrated by the patriarchal organization of the divine family, which imitates the patriarchy of human society.
When you attempt a character analysis,(which you will be presenting on THURSDAY) there are a number of things that you must take into consideration. The personality of any character is revealed in what the character says, thinks and does, and what other characters and the author in his own person say about that character. Although the evaluation of the personality of a character is most important in a character analysis, you should not neglect physical appearance and condition, which also can have an important effect on character and action.
The word 'tragedy' primarily used of a dramatic work, that is, a play in which a central character called a tragic protagonist or hero suffers some serious misfortune which is not accidental and therefore meaningless, but is significant in that the misfortune is logically connected with the hero's actions. 'Tragedy' and its adjective 'tragic', however, can be used of any literary work containing a protagonist whose actions lead to disaster for himself and others.
Questions for Today:
Why are the Greeks and Trojans fighting?
What is the cause of the fight between Agamemnon and Achilles?
Which gods fight for the Greeks? Which fight for Troy? Why?
What is Achilles’ reaction after Patroclus’ death?
How does Achilles honor Patroclus and dishonor Hector?
What are the results of Priam’s meeting with Achilles? Why?
Contrast Hector and Achilles. Which do you like better? Why?
Here is a list of characters in The Illiad
And this will be hard but try this quiz on The Illiad the book The Movie Tory is based on.
These questions can be done in pairs and must be written down or emailed to me .
Project:Research a character from Troy and make sure you relate most of these points in your presentation.
• physical traits - what the character looks like, how he/she dresses, how he moves
• psychological/personality traits
• motivation
• behavior /actions
• relationships - with other characters in the story, how others see/react to him/her
• weaknesses/faults
• strengths/virtues
• moral constitution - often a character will agonize over right and wrong
• protagonist/antagonist - does the story revolve around this character’s actions?
• complex/simple personality
• history and background
• change - has the character changed during the course of the story? What was his/her
motivation? Why?
• similarities and differences of the characters
• Does the character have a function in the story?
I will be using this rubric to grade your presentations.
ESL -- Bring a book to CLass!!
Quiz 1
Quiz 2
Quiz 3
Quiz 4
Quiz 5
I hope you have your letter with you today:)
Choose 3 of these idioms from this page
Then you will draw a visual representation of the idiom and include the idiom.
A traditional way of saying something. Often an idiom, such as “under the weather,” does not seem to make sense if taken literally. Someone unfamiliar with English idioms would probably not understand that to be “under the weather” is to be sick.
Quiz 2
Quiz 3
Quiz 4
Quiz 5
I hope you have your letter with you today:)
Choose 3 of these idioms from this page
Then you will draw a visual representation of the idiom and include the idiom.
A traditional way of saying something. Often an idiom, such as “under the weather,” does not seem to make sense if taken literally. Someone unfamiliar with English idioms would probably not understand that to be “under the weather” is to be sick.
Presentation Troy
1. DueThursday
2. One character from Troy
3. 3 -5 Minutes
4. In 'your own' words!
5. Mustbe posted to website
6. Must have handout for class (x10)
7. Handout must have some sort of related quiz
(eg. Crossword, fill in blank etc)
2. One character from Troy
3. 3 -5 Minutes
4. In 'your own' words!
5. Mustbe posted to website
6. Must have handout for class (x10)
7. Handout must have some sort of related quiz
(eg. Crossword, fill in blank etc)
Saturday, February 23, 2008
heracles
Heracles
In Greek mythology, Heracles or Herakles ("glory of Hera", or "Glorious through Hera," Alcides (original name) "Ἥρα + κλέος, Ἡρακλῆς)" was a divine hero, the son of Zeus and Alcmene, nephew of Amphitryon[1] and great-grandson of Perseus. He was the greatest of the Greek heroes, a paragon of masculinity, the ancestor of royal clans who claimed to be Heracleidae and a champion of the Olympian order against chthonic monsters. In Rome and the modern West, he is known as Hercules, with whom the later Roman Emperors, in particular Commodus and Maximianus, often identified themselves. The Romans adopted the Greek version of his life and works essentially unchanged, but added anecdotal detail of their own, some of it linking the hero with the geography of the Central Mediterranean. Details of his cult were adapted to Rome as well.
Extraordinary strength, courage, ingenuity, and sexual prowess with both males and females were among his characteristic attributes. Although he was not as clever as the likes of Odysseus or Nestor, Heracles used his wits on several occasions when his strength did not suffice, such as when laboring for the king Augeas of Elis, wrestling the giant Antaeus, or tricking Atlas into taking the sky back onto his shoulders. Together with Hermes he was the patron and protector of gymnasia and palaestrae.[2] His iconographic attributes are the lion skin and the club. These qualities did not prevent him from being regarded as a playful figure who used games to relax from his labors and played a great deal with children.[3] By conquering dangerous archaic forces he is said to have "made the world safe for mankind" and to be its benefactor.[4] Heracles was an extremely passionate and emotional individual, capable of doing both great deeds for his friends (such as wrestling with Thanatos on behalf of Prince Admetus, who had regaled Heracles with his hospitality) and being a terrible enemy who would wreak horrible vengeance on those who crossed him, as Augeas, Neleus and Laomedon all found out to their cost
In Greek mythology, Heracles or Herakles ("glory of Hera", or "Glorious through Hera," Alcides (original name) "Ἥρα + κλέος, Ἡρακλῆς)" was a divine hero, the son of Zeus and Alcmene, nephew of Amphitryon[1] and great-grandson of Perseus. He was the greatest of the Greek heroes, a paragon of masculinity, the ancestor of royal clans who claimed to be Heracleidae and a champion of the Olympian order against chthonic monsters. In Rome and the modern West, he is known as Hercules, with whom the later Roman Emperors, in particular Commodus and Maximianus, often identified themselves. The Romans adopted the Greek version of his life and works essentially unchanged, but added anecdotal detail of their own, some of it linking the hero with the geography of the Central Mediterranean. Details of his cult were adapted to Rome as well.
Extraordinary strength, courage, ingenuity, and sexual prowess with both males and females were among his characteristic attributes. Although he was not as clever as the likes of Odysseus or Nestor, Heracles used his wits on several occasions when his strength did not suffice, such as when laboring for the king Augeas of Elis, wrestling the giant Antaeus, or tricking Atlas into taking the sky back onto his shoulders. Together with Hermes he was the patron and protector of gymnasia and palaestrae.[2] His iconographic attributes are the lion skin and the club. These qualities did not prevent him from being regarded as a playful figure who used games to relax from his labors and played a great deal with children.[3] By conquering dangerous archaic forces he is said to have "made the world safe for mankind" and to be its benefactor.[4] Heracles was an extremely passionate and emotional individual, capable of doing both great deeds for his friends (such as wrestling with Thanatos on behalf of Prince Admetus, who had regaled Heracles with his hospitality) and being a terrible enemy who would wreak horrible vengeance on those who crossed him, as Augeas, Neleus and Laomedon all found out to their cost
Friday, February 22, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
herakles
Myth Night
Today we look at Heracles
Another link to get info
Use this as a practice quiz for future reference
Hercules was Ancient Greece's consummate hero---part superman, part everyman. To commemorate his superhuman acts of heroism, he became an icon and his likeness appeared on a staggering number of Grecian vases, plates, and other artifacts. He was courageous, indomitable, and alone in his fight against the tyrannies of the world.
1.define the word Herculean
2.write 3 lines using the word
3.What Is a Hero? What does it take to be a hero? write a short essay describing the heroic characteristics of Hercules. You should finish your essay by nominating a modern-day hero, someone who exhibits many of those same characteristics.
4.Hercules is the name given to one of the constellations in the sky. Draw that constellation and choose 2 others and draw them that relate to the GODS
5.
Today we look at Heracles
Another link to get info
Use this as a practice quiz for future reference
Hercules was Ancient Greece's consummate hero---part superman, part everyman. To commemorate his superhuman acts of heroism, he became an icon and his likeness appeared on a staggering number of Grecian vases, plates, and other artifacts. He was courageous, indomitable, and alone in his fight against the tyrannies of the world.
1.define the word Herculean
2.write 3 lines using the word
3.What Is a Hero? What does it take to be a hero? write a short essay describing the heroic characteristics of Hercules. You should finish your essay by nominating a modern-day hero, someone who exhibits many of those same characteristics.
4.Hercules is the name given to one of the constellations in the sky. Draw that constellation and choose 2 others and draw them that relate to the GODS
5.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Test Written
Ok here are the topics for the written part of the test:
Directions Choose 3 of the following.
Write at least a half page single spaced or 1 page double spaced ( this is only guide) for each
Make reference to events and characters
Use detail and examples
Hand written not typed
Topics:
1.What is a myth? What are the qualities/differences between 1.divine myths 2. heroic myths
2. What effect did the Landscape and climate have on Ancient Greece
3. Choose 1 Greek Myth that you know. Analyze the meaning of the MYTH.
4. How did the Greeks want to learn the wishes of their Gods?
5. What are Zeus's main characteristics?
6. Describe the Greek Hero Pattern.
7.What does a god, goddess, or hero tell us about ancient Greek culture, about culture in general, or about ourselves?
8.How and why do you think mythological creatures were created?
9.Do you think there's really a point for children to learn about Greek gods in school, and why?
Directions Choose 3 of the following.
Write at least a half page single spaced or 1 page double spaced ( this is only guide) for each
Make reference to events and characters
Use detail and examples
Hand written not typed
Topics:
1.What is a myth? What are the qualities/differences between 1.divine myths 2. heroic myths
2. What effect did the Landscape and climate have on Ancient Greece
3. Choose 1 Greek Myth that you know. Analyze the meaning of the MYTH.
4. How did the Greeks want to learn the wishes of their Gods?
5. What are Zeus's main characteristics?
6. Describe the Greek Hero Pattern.
7.What does a god, goddess, or hero tell us about ancient Greek culture, about culture in general, or about ourselves?
8.How and why do you think mythological creatures were created?
9.Do you think there's really a point for children to learn about Greek gods in school, and why?
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Newspaper Project
In this project we will create newspapers reflecting events in ancient Greece events roughly between 600 B.C. to 399 B.C. (from the rise of Athens and the beginnings of democracy through the first great thinkers of Greece).
I will be using this rubric to grade this project.
Objectives:
- You will gain an understanding of the key events of the development of democracy in Athens as well as gain an understanding of the culture in which the events occurred.
- News event (report of information, including an interview of at least one observer or participant)
- Editorial Section and Letter to the Editor (showing different view points on events)
- Entertainment Section (evaluation of a musical or theatrical presentation or religious festival)
- Sports Section (reporting of events such as an Olympic or other athletic contests)
- Want Ads or Advertisements of ancient Greek objects (giving a picture or description, price, and using persuasion techniques)
I will be using this rubric to grade this project.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
HyoJin,Kim (Apollo)
- Apollo is god of light and sun; truth prophecy; medicine and healing; music, poetry, and the arts; archery; and more.- He is a son of Zeus and Leto and has a twin sister the chaste huntress Artemis.
- Apollo is also known as Apulu
- He was an oracular god - the prophetic deity of the Delphic Oracle
- Apollo was also seen as a god who could bring ill-health and deadly plague as well as one who had the ability to cure.
Jae Hoon Kim (Medusa)
- Medusa is meaning of "sovereign female wisdom"
- Medusa's hairs are sneaks
- Medusa has a skill that makes people turn to a stone if Medusa look people's eye.
- Perseus kill Medusa by using a mirror so Medusa turn to a stone.
Definitions
*Genealogy: Genealogy is the study of the history of families, especially through studying historical documents to discover the relationships between particular people and their families
*Archaic age: Archaic age name given to one of the five periods of the Greek era (defined on the basis of pottery styles). It begins c.620 BC and ends in 480.
*Classical period: Broadly the period from the Persian Wars through to the unification of Greece under Philip II and the world empire of Alexander the Great (i.e. the 5th and 4th centuries bc).
*Eros: Greek Mythology. The god of love, son of Aphrodite.*Cosmogony
*Theogony: An account of the origin and genealogy of the gods.
Reference) Google.ca, Answers.com
Paris
*He was second prince of Troy
*He stole Helen from Athen. So, the Troy war started.
*He chose Aphrodite for the most beautiful woman in the world
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
The God of Forge
-Hephaestus and his brother Ares were sons of Hera, with or without the cooperation of Zeus
-He is a hudsband of the Aphrodite, He made hamlet, armor, and weapons for gods and jewelries for godness
-He is a hudsband of the Aphrodite, He made hamlet, armor, and weapons for gods and jewelries for godness
-He is the one who helped the birth of Athena by cracking zeus's head.
Nike
-Nike is the goddess of victory in Greek Mythology.
-She is the daughter of the giant Pallas and the river Styx in Hesiod and she is sent to fight on the side of Zeus against the Titans.
-According to classical (later) myth, Styx brought them to Zeus when the god was assembling allies for the titan war against the older deities.
Jane Daphne
1. According to Greek myth,Apollo chased the nymph Daphne daughter either of Peneus and Creusa,or of Landon.
2. His infatuation was caused by an arrow from Eros, who wanted to make Apollo pay for making fun of his archery skills. Eros also claimed to be irritated by Apollo's singing.
3. Daphne prayed to the river god Peneus to help her and he transformed her into a laurel which became
sacred to Apollo.
Minimi Sisyhus
1. He was a king punished in the Tartarus by being cursed to roll a huge boulder up a hill.
2.Sisyphus was son of the king Aeolus of Thessaly and Enarete, and the founder/first king of Ephyra (Corinth).
3.Today he is seen as fictional though the Ancient Greeks believed in him.
2.Sisyphus was son of the king Aeolus of Thessaly and Enarete, and the founder/first king of Ephyra (Corinth).
3.Today he is seen as fictional though the Ancient Greeks believed in him.
ARTEMIS;
- Daughter of Zeus and Leto
- Twin Sister of Apollo
- The goddess of hunt
- Associate with the moon as Apollo associate with the sun
Cmon Snow day:) *Apollo*
Not a snow day but .. should be..
Here is another Greek god family tree to look at
2 a: the principal male character in a literary or dramatic work; b: the central figure in an event, period, or movement.
Today I want you to research an article related to ancient Greece and present about it at the end of class you can find articles here
We are going to examine the character of Apollo today.Comic and family tree and any questions you have to hand in before Friday which is test day.
Make sure you understand the different people in Greece such as the Minoans The Mycenaeans and your home work will be to make a newspaper on a favourite myth of yours.
The newspaper: write a headline about the myth and then create a report focusing on factual events which occurred. In another column, write an editorial giving your opinion of the myth, include reasons that back up their opinion.
Design an illustration of an important part in the myth and write a caption below it that explains the action occurring.In the last column, draw an advertisement that would influence others to read their myth.
Check this powerpoint on Apollo.
Today define :
stasis
initiation
Bronze AgeGreece
archaic age
classical period
Hellenistic period
eros
cosmogony
theogony
Here is another Greek god family tree to look at
Heroes
Etymology: Latin heros, from Greek hErOs
1 a: a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability; b: an illustrious warrior; c: a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities; d: one that shows great courage.2 a: the principal male character in a literary or dramatic work; b: the central figure in an event, period, or movement.
Today I want you to research an article related to ancient Greece and present about it at the end of class you can find articles here
We are going to examine the character of Apollo today.Comic and family tree and any questions you have to hand in before Friday which is test day.
Make sure you understand the different people in Greece such as the Minoans The Mycenaeans and your home work will be to make a newspaper on a favourite myth of yours.
The newspaper: write a headline about the myth and then create a report focusing on factual events which occurred. In another column, write an editorial giving your opinion of the myth, include reasons that back up their opinion.
Design an illustration of an important part in the myth and write a caption below it that explains the action occurring.In the last column, draw an advertisement that would influence others to read their myth.
Check this powerpoint on Apollo.
Today define :
stasis
initiation
Bronze Age
archaic age
classical period
Hellenistic period
eros
cosmogony
theogony
Monday, February 11, 2008
Mon Feb 11, note
5th Century B.C Greece Had
2 main powers Democratic Athens
Military Sparta
Democratic : A Demoricatic counyry, government, or political system is governed by representatives who are elected by the people.
These were ciry states were different
Sparta [Great land power]
Athens [Power based on the sea
Describe Toronto
1. Did the Greeks own slaves [Yes]
2. Could women vote - [Not in athens, sparta woman strong]
3. Were most city states cities? [No towns villages]
4. Did the Greeks have a nobles [Yes lots of them]
5. Was the suceess of greece its rich land [No]
6. Did the greeks value money the most [They wanted Fame and honour]
2 main powers Democratic Athens
Military Sparta
Democratic : A Demoricatic counyry, government, or political system is governed by representatives who are elected by the people.
These were ciry states were different
Sparta [Great land power]
Athens [Power based on the sea
Describe Toronto
1. Did the Greeks own slaves [Yes]
2. Could women vote - [Not in athens, sparta woman strong]
3. Were most city states cities? [No towns villages]
4. Did the Greeks have a nobles [Yes lots of them]
5. Was the suceess of greece its rich land [No]
6. Did the greeks value money the most [They wanted Fame and honour]
City States of Greece
Hope you had a good weekend.
Today we will work on our
1.myth comic
2.Also we will work on those questions you need to hand in.
3.we will look at creating a guide to either Athens or Sparta
4.family tree powerpoint
You will create a guide to either athens or sparta
You will need to examine the Population & Map of either choice.Government & Political organizations, social structure,allies,military strength, Life style and values, Education, Role of women, Cultural achievements and legacy and anything else you would like to add:)
Today we will work on our
1.myth comic
2.Also we will work on those questions you need to hand in.
3.we will look at creating a guide to either Athens or Sparta
4.family tree powerpoint
You will create a guide to either athens or sparta
You will need to examine the Population & Map of either choice.Government & Political organizations, social structure,allies,military strength, Life style and values, Education, Role of women, Cultural achievements and legacy and anything else you would like to add:)
Friday, February 8, 2008
Thursday, February 7, 2008
God family tree february 8
Today we look at the genealogy of the gods.
http://www.pantheon.org/areas/genealogy/principal_greek.html
Use that link to view a family tree then go to this page
Use this link to make a powerpoint
This is an example of what I would like
research some of the most famous stories of the Roman gods and goddesses and share their findings with the class in the form of readings, Reader’s Theater, or simple plays.
Make a quiz on the gods and goddesses in your family tree here
The rubric I will be grading your work on is here.
http://www.pantheon.org/areas/genealogy/principal_greek.html
Use that link to view a family tree then go to this page
Use this link to make a powerpoint
This is an example of what I would like
research some of the most famous stories of the Roman gods and goddesses and share their findings with the class in the form of readings, Reader’s Theater, or simple plays.
Make a quiz on the gods and goddesses in your family tree here
The rubric I will be grading your work on is here.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Wed, Feb 6 노트
Geography of Ancient Greece.
- Connection between physical geography and the fact that Greeks were great seafarers, explorers, traders.
- Greece = One of the most mountains regions
- People generally lived near the coast
- Limited agriculture
- 3 regions = Macedonia, Peloponnese, Attica
- Surrounded by 6 seas.
1. Why are maps important?
2. What daily maps used today?
3. Describe a port city examples.
4. Locate important locations and countries on map.
5. How far is it from Athens -> Thessalant
6. Website Q/A
7. Finish myth
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Greece Geography
How geography affects the outcome of events and the decisions people make. For example, how do the presence of seas, mountains, and rivers affect daily life? How do these physical factors affect the outcome of battles or the establishment of trade routes? How influential is a region's climate?
How important were geographical factors in the development of the ancient Greek civilization? If the geography had been different, what factors of the civilization's development might have differed?
“What are the three main physical characteristics of Greece?”,
How did the mountains affect life in Greece?
How did the sea affect Greek life?
How did the sea help the Greek economy?
How did trade influence Greek culture?
going to need this MAP for todays class
How important were geographical factors in the development of the ancient Greek civilization? If the geography had been different, what factors of the civilization's development might have differed?
“What are the three main physical characteristics of Greece?”,
How did the mountains affect life in Greece?
How did the sea affect Greek life?
How did the sea help the Greek economy?
How did trade influence Greek culture?
going to need this MAP for todays class
math magic
1. Grab a calculator. (you won't be able to do this one in your head)
2. Key in the first three digits of your phone number (NOT the Area code)
3. Multiply by 80
4. Add 1
5. Multiply by 250
6. Add the last 4 digits of your phone number
7. Add the last 4 digits of your phone number again.
8. Subtract 250
9. Divide number by 2
Do you recognize the answer?
2. Key in the first three digits of your phone number (NOT the Area code)
3. Multiply by 80
4. Add 1
5. Multiply by 250
6. Add the last 4 digits of your phone number
7. Add the last 4 digits of your phone number again.
8. Subtract 250
9. Divide number by 2
Do you recognize the answer?
Tue, Feb 5 노트
Myth: word or story
Tales told by people (word of mouth)
- gods or heroic humans
- includes on morality and explain something in the world
- Roman myths similar to Greek but add a political message
3 Types of Origin Myths
1. Humans always existed
2. They were not always there but created
3. Previously existed but in another world and had to be brought to carth
Tales told by people (word of mouth)
- gods or heroic humans
- includes on morality and explain something in the world
- Roman myths similar to Greek but add a political message
3 Types of Origin Myths
1. Humans always existed
2. They were not always there but created
3. Previously existed but in another world and had to be brought to carth
Monday, February 4, 2008
Creation Myths
what is creation Japanese myths ?????
Long ago all the elements were mixed together with one germ of life. This germ began to mix things around and around until the heavier part sank and the lighter part rose. A muddy sea that covered the entire earth was created. From this ocean grew a green shoot. It grew and grew until it reached the clouds and there it was tranformed into a god. Soon this god grew lonely and it began to create other gods. The last two gods it made, Izanagi anf Izanami, were the most remarkable.
One day as they were walking along they looked down on the ocean and wondered what was beneath it. Izanagi thrust his staff into the waters and as he pulled it back up some clumps of mud fell back into the sea. They began to harden and grow until they became the islands of Japan.
The two descended to these islands and began to explore, each going in different directions. They created all kinds of plants. When they met again they decided to marry and have children to inhabit the land. The first child Izanami bore was a girl of radiant beauty. The gods decided she was too beautiful to live in Japan, so they put her up in the sky and she became the sun. Their second daughter, Tsuki-yami, became the moon and their third and unruly son, Sosano-wo, was sentenced to the sea, where he creates storms.
Japan, this Island Earth
The gods created two divine siblings, brother Izanagi and sister Izanami, who stood upon a floating bridge above the primordial ocean. Using the jeweled spear of the gods, they churned up the first island, Onogoro. Upon the island, Izanagi and Izanami married, and gave forth progeny that were malformed. The gods blamed it upon a breach of protocol. During the marriage ritual, Izanami, the woman, had spoken first. Correctly reprising their marriage ritual, the two coupled and produced the islands of Japan and more deities. However, in birthing Kagutsuchi-no-Kami, the fire god, Izanami died. Traumatized, Izanagi followed her to Yomi, the land of the dead. Izanami, having eaten the food of Yomi, could not return. When Izanagi suddenly saw Izanami's decomposing body, he was terrified and fled. Izanami, enraged, pursued him, accompanied by hideous women. Izanagi hurled personal items at them, which transformed into diversions. Escaping the cavern entrance of Yomi, he blocked it with a boulder, thus permanently separating life from death. (Rather like Persephone in Hades, isn't it?)
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