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Papers On Other Cultures & Issues Of Mythology
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The Corn Mother Myth
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the corn mother myth. The story is analyzed in cultural context. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA151crn.rtf
THE CULT OF ISIS
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This 5 page paper discusses the ancient religion of Isis. History, myth, and influences discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MBisis.rtf
The Gate to Women's Country.
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(5pp) Sherri Tepper's cast of both ordinary and
extraordinary people play out in her powerful 1988
novel, whose significance goes beyond sex, to deal
with the toughest problem of all, the challenge of
surmounting humanity's most dangerous flaws so we
can survive together - despite ourselves.
despite ourselves.
Filename: BBgate.doc
The Giant Loki in Norse Mythology
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8 pages in length. An analytical discussion of Loki -- a giant in Norse Mythology who became a member of the Aesir family when the chief God Odin made him his blood brother. Loki is regarded by the writer -- among other things -- as an instigator of conflicts, and a worthwhile provider. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Excellent argumentative perspectives provided.
Filename: Lokigood.wps
The Goddess, Women’s Roles, and the Patriarchy
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This 5 page
report discusses the fact that stories and legends of the Goddess
abound in virtually every culture throughout the world.
Archaeological findings throughout the world have revealed an
amazing degree of repetition in terms of symbolic associations
between the female form, ritualistic objects, apparent practices,
and how all of life is related to and dependent on that which
creates and sustains life. Eventually invasions from north to
south and changes in male perceptions about procreation, caused
the mother-goddess to be replaced by gods of war and the
patriarchal system. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWgoddes.wps
The Greek God Apollo
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A 6 page paper that explores the legends surrounding the Greek god Apollo and discusses the religious rituals practiced in his worship. The nature of the symbols of the bow, the laurel, and the lyre that are traditionally associated with Apollo are explained. Apollo's early use of music therapy is also explored. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: LCApollo.doc
The Heroism of Classic Heroes and of King Arthur
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This 5 page
report discusses and compares the similarities and differences
between historical and literary heroes such as King Arthur and
heroes such as Aeneas, Hector, and Achilles. The heroic tradition
implies a pattern of story telling that begins with a hero in
unusual circumstances, the search or quest, the transformation of
the hero and a resolution. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWkingar.wps
The Morrigan: Celtic Triple Goddess
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A 5 page paper which examines the legends and tales involving Morrigan who is often referred to as the dark aspect of the Celtic Triple Goddess in Celtic mythology. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAcrow.rtf
The Myth of the New Jersey Devil
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A short, 2 page look at an old tale dating back to the 18th century which maintains that a devilish, crazed murderer lurks in the rural sections of NJ's pine barren region-- waiting for his prey. In brief, this essay examines explanations for the story-- arguing that the entire concept of such a murderous creature existing is completely illogical. No Bibliography.
Filename: Njdevil.wps
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