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Use of Mythology by Sophocles, 2001.
A look at Sophocles' use of myth in his writings.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 0 sources, £ 43.95
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An examination of Sophocles' use of mythology to enlighten matters of politics, religion and rituals. Included is an analysis of Sophocles' "Antigone".
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"Unlike his contemporaries, Sophocles based his tragedies on human actions and reactions, rather than on divine influence. He does not, however, ignore the gods or say they do not play a role. He uses them to show the human limits and possibilities. The Sophoclean gods thus are placed in the background of the plot, influencing it but not interfering in the course of action."
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Sophocles and "Antigone", 2001.
A discussion of the use and role of mythology in Ancient Greece with emphasis on Sophocles a Greek dramatist, and a discussion of his play "Antigone."
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 7 sources, £ 43.95
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An analysis of the use of mythology by Sophocles. The author discusses the use of myths in Ancient Greece to define gods and their laws, showing the terrible consequences of disobeying them and forming the structure of society and politics. The author discusses Sophocles, a Greek dramatist and his use of myths and religious rituals. Included is an analysis of Sophocles' play "Antigone".
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"Unlike his contemporaries, Sophocles based his tragedies on human actions and reactions, rather than on divine influence. He does not, however, ignore the gods or say they do not play a role. He uses them to show the human limits and possibilities. The Sophoclean gods thus are placed in the background of the plot, influencing it but not interfering in the course of action Greek dramatists often based their plots on myths, which are believed to reflect the national identity and various historic periods. Besides serving as lyric entertainment stories, myths were used to persuade and enlighten citizens in matters of politics, religion, and customary rituals (Bremmer, 58)."
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The Importance of Mythology, 2004.
An analysis of the study of mythology.
2,635 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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This paper discusses the importance of studying mythology. A definition of mythology is presented. The ancient and modern aspects are outlined in this paper. The paper describes the importance of mythology as a teaching tool. The cultural and religious facets are also explored.
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Defining Mythology
The Lessons of Mythology
Mythology as a Cultural Paradigm
Mythology as a Human Paradigm
Mythology and Conflict
Mythology as Religion
Conclusion
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"The study of mythology is important for both individualistic and collective reasons. On an individual level, mythology could teach moral or human truths, whereas on a collective level mythology could be used to keep people in touch with their origins. Mythological stories could then be used to teach children values such as hard work, diligence and obedience. Role models are created through mythological figures. Also, the mythology of different cultures can serve to teach the student about the values of that culture. This is particularly important in the world today, since advancing technology and phenomena such as globalization has brought foreign cultures much more frequently in touch with each other than was previously the case. It is therefore important to study mythology for the values that it can teach both children and adults, and also for understanding the heritage inherent in these stories."
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Mythology, 2004.
A discussion of mythology, focusing on the similarities between different types of mythology.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper examines the similarities between Greek and Roman mythology and Native American mythology. The elements of heroism and romance are discussed. The paper illustrates how today's romance novels and movies are simply a furthering of old mythical tales, and our culture feeds on these stories just as classical Romans and Greeks fed on their own persuasive and pervasive myths.
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"The classical myths of Greece and Rome have much in common with medieval myths, because ultimately, all myths have elements in common. The Greek and Roman myths dwell most often on heroes, Gods, and Goddesses. Their characters are larger than life ? someone the reader can look up to. Medieval myths also heavily rely on heroes who commit heroic deeds, such as Charlemagne and King Arthur. One difference is many of the heroes in medieval myths were real people, while most of the heroes in Greek and Roman myth were just that ? myths. Medieval myths took mythology one step further, because they often commemorated and idealized the deeds of real people, and this was quite a step away from classical mythology."
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A Comparative Study of Aeschylus and Sophocles, 2008.
A comparative analysis of the dramatic art of the Greek tragedians, Aeschylus and Sophocles.
4,055 words (approx. 16.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 75.95
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This paper presents a comparative and parallel study of the dramatic art of the most prominent Greek dramatists Aeschylus and Sophocles. The writer discusses the similarities and differences between the two tragic poets, both in terms of style and content, and explains how each dramatist uses the chorus. The writer also explains that where the dramatic art of Sophocles is characterized by accomplished symmetry and harmonious grace, that of Aeschylus is hard, grand and severe, and Aeschylus (referred to as the 'Master of the Grotesque') is rightly acknowledged as the inventor of scenic pomp and hyperbole. The writer believes that Sophocles' art of characterization is more complex than Aeschylus and explains how Sophocles uses the third actor to place the audience in a position to judge the chief character from at least three points of view. The writer further asserts that unlike Aeschylus, who is simple and direct, Sophocles carries an explicit irony in his plays and he presents not only the problems, but suggests the solutions also to the intricacies of human life in relation to the cosmic and social order. The writer concludes that, as a modern reader, Sophocles is the greater of the two dramatists.
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"Of the precious and inexhaustible treasure of the Greek endeavours in the realm of tragedy, very little has come down to the readers. We are aware of the names of a few tragedians with Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides being the being the most prominent. And with these three too, a very little of the whole number of works is left. The extant dramas are those that had been selected by the Alexandrian critics for the study of Greek literature. The reason for being their choice by the critics was their affordability as the best illustration of the various styles of tragic art. Regarding Aeschylus and Sophocles, (the two subjects of this term paper) we are left with seven pieces remaining of each."
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"Antigone" by Sophocles, 2006.
A review of the play "Antigone", written by Sophocles in 442 BCE.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper studies the Sophocles play "Antigone" from 442 BCE. The author explores the play's dialogue, which is checkered with metaphors, similes and analogies, as was common for many works of Greek literature and mythology. In particular, the paper looks beyond the play's main storyline to its universal messages about life, people, beliefs and fate.
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"In the early part of the play, Antigone and her sister, Ismene, are discussing a burial for their brother Polyneices. During this discussion Ismene is astounded that Antigone would even consider defying Creon's edict and performing burial rites for Polyneices. To her sister's refusal to be involved in such a deed, Antigone responds by declaring she will obey the gods before she will obey the earthly rule of Creon. The gods have allowed for a respectful burial of the dead regardless of earthly mandates, and by burying the dead you honor the gods."
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Greco-Roman Mythology and Christianity, 2004.
An examination of the impact and influence of Greco-Roman mythology on early Christianity.
3,019 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 13 sources, MLA, £ 61.95
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Greco-Roman mythology has quite obviously influenced Christianity. These parallel myths are made evident throughout the Bible and are a testament to the ability of two cultures to meld their beliefs.This paper looks at the mythology's influence on Christianity and compares old Greco-Roman gods to the saints used in Christianity. It also compares old stories and myths from Greco-Roman mythology that were transformed and rewritten in the Bible.
Introduction
Influence of Greco-Roman Mythology on Christianity
Comparison of Saints, Stories and Myths
Bible Stories compared to Greek Myths
Discussion and Conclusion
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"The book, Hellenism and Christianity asserts that Christianity and Greco-Roman sentiment meshed and that this melding is evident from the very first Christian writings to the church of Thessalonica during the reign of Claudius. (Bevan and Allen 1921) The authors contend that the Christian writing takes the ?old body of ideas, emotions, and desires which made up the mentality of the Greco-Roman world.? (Bevan and Allen 1921) Ultimately, the authors argue, Christianity is nothing more than the fusion of the Greco-Roman world and a Christ based religion."
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Mythology, 2008.
An examination of areas of mythology related to Atonism, Zarathustrism and Judaism.
1,302 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper discusses mythology, particularly the major areas of mythology that have influenced the development of the collective mythological heritage - the concepts of Atonism, Zarathustrism and Judaism. The paper describes examples from these areas of mythology to understand their role in explaining or interpreting natural events as they pertain to nature, the universe and humanity in general.
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"Historically, many scholars view this hymn as one of the earliest known examples of monotheistic mythology. In fact, the Pharaoh's thoughts were eventually found heretical by his own people and were quickly reverted to the more traditional polytheism of Egyptian mythology. However, this fact of both monotheism and atonement found in this hymn serve as an example of how mythology is passed on, as many scholoars argue that this hymn is an indication that Egyptians were the original source of Judaism and thus, the Judeo-Christian tradition."
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Greek Mythology, 2005.
This paper examines mythology of the ancient Greeks and its relationship to their culture.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, £ 36.95
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The paper explores how mythology of the ancient Greeks expressed their views of themselves and of the world around them on a number of levels. The paper explains that mythology served as a quasi-historical background to each separate city-state and reinforced their sense of pride and of identity. The paper adds that it also expressed the national character and imparted heroic qualities to their perseverance, courage and enterprise. The paper describes how mythology offered opportunities for them to further their love of beauty and their desire for philosophical inquiry.
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"In exploring the myths of the Greek civilization, one can apprehend the interconnectedness of the Greek character and culture with their stories of the fabulous past. On one level, myths attempt to preserve the history of a people, and tend to reflect historical events, albeit in a rather stylized and fictionalized format. On another level, myths express the views and self-image of a people, by personifying elements of the national character at a heroic level. On yet another level, myths offer a divine explanation for natural, but puzzling, occurrences, as a particular nation chooses to understand them. The early Greeks were composed of small, family-centered tribes living in hamlets. Pirates from land and especially from sea were a constant danger."
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Hindu Mythology, 2004.
An overview of Hindu mythology.
1,738 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 39.95
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This paper discusses the age-old Hindu mythology. The paper contends that even today Hinduism mythology continues to be an integral part of the ever-changing global culture and remains as important as the Bible or the Koran. The paper examines the universal and cosmic concepts of Hindu mythology, which encompass so many world beliefs, that continue to make this Eastern tradition so vital thousands of years after it first came about.
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"Hindu mythology contains many different stories about these major as well as the minor gods. Nearly all stories are based on fundamentally similar concepts and ideas. These include the triads, as noted previously, in addition to 1) Performing a Penance: Humans and demi-gods or asuras are usually in a state of deep penance and meditation to reach the aura of a particular god. In this condition, they are separated from the world and deprived of any pleasures; 2) Granting of a Boon or generosity: In many situations of penance, Lord Brahma, Vishnu or Siva frequently appear and grant a wish of power to the person. The desire may be protection against a specific type of creature or a limited form of immortality. There are many different wishes found in the world of Indian mythology. 3) The curse or Schaap, where either a god or a seer/rishi is angered and puts a curse on a person affected; 4) Relief from Curse: In such situations, there are also some antidotes to the curse that may consist of some specific instance occurring in the future life; 7) Deva-Asura war: Hindu mythological tales are filled with instances of war between the asuras and devataas/angels because asuras are usually forceful and strong-headed and want to conquer the territories occupied by the devadaas (Knapp 53)."
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Euripides, Sophocles and Aeschylus, 2006.
This paper examines how Euripides, Sophocles and Aeschylus set the foundations of drama today.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, £ 42.95
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The paper discusses how Euripides, Sophocles and Aeschylus are the three most significant Greek playwrights that have affected the development of modern drama. Aeschylus, the oldest of the playwrights existing in the Greek period, gave modern drama the actor, the scenery and the dialogue that is significant to how theatrical works have been constructed throughout the history of theatre. Sophocles added the third actor and then set about transforming the dialogue of the play in a manner that allowed theatrical work to develop with dramatic movement for the characters and the spectators. Euripides created the prologue to allow the audience to comprehend the world that had been created on the stage. However, the paper explains that Euripides also changed the manner in which gender was viewed in theatre and he gave women strength that affected not only the drama of his time, but the drama of the modern world as well.
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Love in Mythology, 2004.
An analysis of the ideals of love as they appear in mythology.
1,357 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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This paper contends that, within almost every literary genre, there are myths about love that fuel ideals that are rarely, if ever, realized. There is no place where this is more true than in the stories of mythology. The perpetual love myths that exist in classical mythology demonstrate ideals confronted even today by individuals searching for love. The ideals of love explored in this paper include love at first sight, the myth of 'one true love,' and the human phenomenon of overly idealizing unobtainable love.
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"Of course, in today?s secular world most rational people would discredit a flying boy and his arrows because it?s just not possible, but they find other ways to believe in the existence of the power he was said to possess. Instead we choose to interpret Cupid?s powers as acts of fate. Another description of love at first sight is ?the blissful melting of souls that would somehow? make their existence meaningful? (White 45). The relationships that are results of the acts of fate that create the ideals of love at first sight follow that, the idea of a love connection, when its destined happens instantaneously. There are countless modern examples of the perpetuation of the phenomena of love at first sight, movies, books even television programs that feed this idea. The myths of love at first sight often leave normal every day people with feelings of having been left behind or forgotten by fate, possibly feeling as if they don?t deserve to have ?That sort of love.? Furthermore, considering Cupids? role in this love myth, to be literally struck by an arrow is painful, but being struck by Cupid?s love arrow does not hurt, after all it is the legendary reason for love a first sight."
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World Mythology, 2007.
An analysis of the ancient Egyptians' concept of the after-life, as described by world mythology.
1,184 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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This paper discusses the mysterious and captivating aspect of world mythology that involves the numerous theories surrounding the beliefs that an individual holds regarding what occurs after death. Specifically, it analyzes and interprets the aspect of world mythology regarding the ancient Egyptians' concept of the after-life. The paper concludes with a brief explanation of the writer's personal beliefs on this topic.
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"World mythology, religion and cultural beliefs will always remain an enticing mystery, as people search and yearn for something to believe in. Death and what occurs afterwards is one of the most fascinating aspects of any religion. The beliefs of the ancient Egyptians differ from many present-day theories of what occurs after death. Most people currently believe in some form of "heaven" or "hell," but very few actually spend their lives preparing for the after-life of their "leaders" or family members as the Egyptians did. I do not fully believe in the ancient Egyptians' concept of the after-life because my beliefs are comparable to those of the Roman Catholics, for that is the way that I was raised when I was a child. However, I do believe in a "heaven" and a "hell," ideas that originated with Greek philosophers who strongly influenced the early apostate Christian thinkers."
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Sophocles and Brecht, 2005.
Examines and compares Sophocles' "Antigone" and Brecht's "The Good Woman of Setzuan".
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, £ 18.95
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Sophocles and Brecht were playwrights separated not only by millennia of time but also by the radically different cultural and social contexts of classical Greece and 20th century Europe. This being said, the paper shows that one of the striking elements of a comparison and contrast of Sophocles' "Antigone" and Bertolt Brecht's "The Good Woman of Setzuan" is how similarly they depict the forces that constrict and define women's identities in society. The paper argues that while the primary focus of both works is not specifically related to issues of gender and women's identities, both plays represent challenges to social codes.
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