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Fables and Folklore
Fables and folklore are stories that convey a moral story. They usually contain some kinds of supreme being and try to explain where certain things come from. Folklores are usually stories passed down in a culture.
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What is Antigone's fatal flaw in 'Antigone'?
The arrogance that leads her to break a royal law and disrespect her sovereign is Antigone's fatal flaw in "Antigone" by Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.).
Specifically, arrogance describes an exaggerated sense of self, pride. Theban Princess Antigone exhibits arrogance in flagrantly breaking an unjust royal law and in rudely disrespecting King Creon. She owes Creon respect as his niece, protégée, subject and subsequent daughter-in-law. She refuses to respect any of these obligations. She shows respect for the gods, whom she dishonors at the same time by disrespecting Creon, who represents the gods in Thebes.
Folktales condense lessons and suggest meaning in way that is much more than?
just entertainment. They often carry moral, cultural, or historical significance, helping to pass down wisdom or traditions through generations. By portraying universal themes in creative ways, they can serve as a powerful tool for teaching valuable life lessons.
Who knows the folktale The Ignorant Poor Man and The Priest?
THE IGNORANT POOR MAN AND THE PRIEST
A BIKOL FOLKTALE
Once there was a man who went to church on Sunday. For the first time in his life, he heard the priest say: "Brethren, pray earnestly, and in your prayers ask Him anything you want, If you ask him in earnest. He will give you what you ask."
The man committed the sentence to memory, and since he was very poor, he made up his mind to ask God for some money. He went to church every day and prayed devoutly. His player was as follows.
"Oh, God! I ask Three to give me one hundred pesos. If you should give me less than that amount even a centavo less, i will not get it, for I need one hundred pesos. You have said that anyone who asks Thee earnestly will receive what he asks for. My God, hear my prayer. "The man repeated the above prayer many times while kneeling, and when he got tired he retired. Some months elapsed, and the man went to church daily. The priest began to take an interest in him.
One day the priest woke up early and hid himself near the place where the man was wont to kneel. He was surprised to hear the prayer of the man. He then decided to see whether the man was true to his word or not. The next day, he put ninety pesos near the place where the man used to kneel, and watched whether or not the man would get the money since it was ten pesos less then what he asked for.
When the man arrived, he took up the money, and began to count the silver pieces. When he had finished he said. " Oh , good God. I thank thee for hearing my prayers. But I asked you for one hundred pesos. I also said that I would not get any amount less than that sum. But since I am in need, I will get this with a happy heart, and remember, O God, that you still owe me ten pesos more." As this man was accustomed to saying his prayer very loud, when he uttered the last sentence of his prayer the priest burst into laughter, where upon the man pocketed the money and went home.
Source Eugenio, Damiana L. Philippine folk Literature:
The folk tales, Quezon city: UP Folklorists, 1989
Who is the muse of history in Greek mythology?
The muse of history in Greek mythology is Clio. She is often depicted holding a scroll or a book and is responsible for inspiring historians and writers of historical accounts.
I don't agree that myths are obsolete. Every culture has its myths. These are the stories that are passed down from generation to generation. Even in America, there are myths about George Washington and other great historical figures; these stories are not necessarily true (there is no evidence in Washington's writings about chopping down a cherry tree and then saying he could not tell a lie, for example), but they fit in with the cultural beliefs about our heroes. There are certainly many religious myths that are popular, and there are also political myths. In fact, throughout recorded history, legends about certain important events developed, and many have survived; you may also have heard about "urban legends," which use story-telling to warn us of impending danger (most of the time, these stories are false, but they seem to strike a chord in some people).
Even in our modern age, with the availability of fact-checking and 24/7 communication via the internet, that has not stopped myths from being a part of daily life. The wise person can separate myth from fact, but not everyone is sufficiently skeptical, which is why websites like snopes.com have emerged, to let people know which of the chain e-mails they receive are true, and which are exaggerated or totally false. So, given the popularity of certain stories and legends, I cannot agree that myths are obsolete.
Myths that are disproved by truth are obsolete. Your comment about the fact that myths continue to this day and age speaks of our desire and deep seated belief that something more "powerful" than "truth" exists. It is sad that myths can contribute to the "dumbing down" of a people.
In summary, in modern parlence the term "myth" is not obsolete at all. It is still a viable way to catagorize statements and/or ideas that can be verified as a myth with a good deal of truth in it as example or just the opposite.
What are the similarities and differences between legend and myth?
Myths are stories that are made up and can in no way possible be true or are intended to be fictional with no doubt of fiction. Legends are stories that can have a little truth, or no truth at all. They can have fictional characters, but the character's existence or feats cannot be confirmed.
What part of the bible are unicorns in?
Unicorns do not appear in the Bible.
In some versions of the Bible, especially the King James Version, the Hebrew word "re'em" is translated as "unicorn". This is an odd translation considering that "re'em" more likely refers to an oryx or similar variety of desert antelope rather than a horse. The particular verses where the word "re'em" is found are: Numbers 23:22 & 24:8, Deuteronomy 33:17, Isaiah 34:7, Psalms 22:21, 29:6, 92:10, and Job 39:9-10.
According to the Oxford dictionary a Superstition is "Excessively credulous belief in and reverence for the supernatural" and according to Merriam-Webster "belief or way of behaving that is based on fear of the unknown and faith in magic or luck : a belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck".
How do you make impossible wishes come true?
By definition you cannot
Put three candles in the highest place you have at home, inside a plate with sugar all around the candles. Light the candles. Ask for three wishes to the angels ST. RAFAEL, ST. MICHAEL, and ST. GABRIEL. Ask one wish for business, one wish for love, and one impossible wish. Publish this spell on the third day after you requested the wishes (by mailing it to another person, posting it to a usenet newsgroup, or announcing your thanks to the saints in a newspaper classified ad) and see what happens on the fourth day...
How can you make impossible supernatural wishes come true?
It's important to remember that supernatural wishes are unlikely to come true as they defy the laws of nature. Instead, focus on setting realistic and achievable goals that align with your values and ambitions. This will lead to a more fulfilling and rewarding journey in pursuing your desires.
Why do you get 7 years bad luck if you break a mirror?
The belief of receiving seven years of bad luck if you break a mirror is thought to originate from ancient superstitions. Mirrors were once considered to hold pieces of the soul, and breaking one was believed to bring misfortune. The seven years is seen as a time for the soul to rejuvenate and repair itself.
What awful things did sirens do to sailors?
In Greek mythology, sirens were creatures that lured sailors to their doom with their enchanting voices, causing ships to crash on the rocks. The sailors who heard the sirens' song were unable to resist its allure and would steer their ships towards the dangerous rocks, leading to shipwrecks and death.
Most people pick their favorite number to be their lucky number. You can have as many as you would like. Many people choose their birthdays and other special days. It can be the hour you were born, or the number of stitches you got in your knee. That one turns an unlucky event into a positive outcome. A lot of people choose their numbers based on a feeling they get for that number. If the number 3 has a positive sound to it, or "feeling" to it it can become your lucky number. If you wanted to try an experiment, you could write different numbers on little sheets of paper, throw them into the air and see which ones lay face up. you could also just draw them out of the bag by hand say, five times. You have your new top five lucky numbers.
What is a story that explains a natural occurrence?
Do you mean to say: "What is a nonscientific story that explains an event? If this is what you are asking, the answer might be any one or mix of the following: Myth
Religion
Magic
Fairy Tale
Writing in the genre of Magical Realism
Coincidence
Lie
It could also be an emerging hypothesis that has not yet been tested
You will have to be more specific about what you mean by "classes." Although I have a feeling that this has to do with RPG or something of the like, goblins are often classified as faeries or to a lesser extent as nature spirits. That would be in a folkloric.
Where in america do most people believe in unicorns?
There is no specific location in America where most people believe in unicorns. Belief in unicorns is generally considered a myth or folklore rather than a widely held belief.
Mermaids are often portrayed with aquatic companions such as fish or dolphins, rather than traditional household pets like dogs or cats. They may be seen swimming alongside these sea creatures in various mythologies and folklore.
Do mermaids have legs and feet when they go on land or do they die on land?
A mermaid's form varies depending on the different fantasies.
In general, a traditional mermaid is a creature with the upper body of a woman and the lower body of a fish. Mermaids does not go on land. An alternate myth with similar properties as mermaids on land would be sirens.
Although in some modern works of fictions, their are so-called mer-people (a term used to refer to both the mermaids and mermen) who actually have webbed-feet (like a frog) instead of a fish tail and these ones go on land occasionally. Examples of these mer-people include the mermen in the Japanese anime called "One Piece" or the "Mermen" in Goldensun The Lost Age for the GBA system.
What are the myths surrounding the of King Tutankhamun?
The most prevalent would be the Curse of Tutankhamn. When tombs were sealed the Egyptians were said to put a curse on the dead. This was supposed to discourage tomb robbing, which of course, it did not. When Howard Carter opened Tut's tomb in 1922 there appeared to be a string of deaths connected to those who were there to defile the Boy King's earthly remains. Virtually all of the deaths have completely logical explainations so it is doubtful if there ever was a curse at all.
Why can't the squire sleep at night in Canterbury Tales?
The squire in Canterbury Tales cannot sleep at night due to the restlessness and excitement of youth, as well as his eagerness to impress and court women. His inability to sleep reflects his youthful energy and desire for adventure and love.
How do you help a soul that is trapped in the mirror?
throw a brick through the mirror, this is best done while standing on one foot blindfolded. punch th mirrior untill your hands are numb and bleeding and you black out then swollow all the glass.
Who made up mythical creatures like fairies and werewolves and vampires?
They come out of many different cultural stories to explain events. The Irish/Celtic cultures told stories about fairies stealing people's minds/life to explain unconscious people. The early fairies were mean creatures and not the nice pretty things we see today. The vampire came out of the fear of live burial. Centuries ago it was easy for people to be buried alive because the science couldn't tell when a person was unconscious or dead. The fear was so great that people bought coffins and tombs with bells in them so they could ring them if they woke up buried. When graves were opened and a burial had buried someone alive they showed signs of a struggle. All of these things were picked up by writers in the 1800's and thus we have the stories we have today.
