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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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He is a legendary character, but all the ballads, novels, films describe him as fat, short and quite jolly.
In the times of Richard I, it was alright for a friar or a monk to be in the military. This is an ancient tradition and common across all cultures (remember the shaolin monks?) In the earliest ballads of Robin Hood Friar Tuck was given charge to police an area near Sherwood forest. Robin showed up to try and recruit him but the good Friar was having none of the outlaw and the two fell to blows. Robin prevailed but then the Friar whistled for his hounds which turned the tide on Robin. Robin then blew his horn and called on his merry men who proceeded to fill the hounds full of arrows. To save his dogs Friar Tuck surrendered and joined the Merry men.
Vampires do not have venom, we don't even have an anti-coagulant to help us in our blood-letting. All we have the contagion that enables us to propagate and that's not even very good, only works after repeated application on significantly weakened victims, and even then the results are questionable. Its not easy being a vampire y'know: no inherent perks beyond immortality, photosensitivity, persecution galore, and no support community or minority status even.......
Has there ever been a female pope?
- No, there has never been a female pope. There is a myth about a Pope Joan that in recent times has been revived, but which has be clearly rebutted by scholars.
Wikipedia has a good outline of the Pope Joan myth here: (link below)
- Roman Catholic AnswerThe Pope is the Bishop of Rome, if he is not a Bishop when elected to the Papacy, he is tonsured, ordained a lector, then an acolyte, then a deacon, then a priest, and finally consecrated a bishop. Up until the ninth century, bishops were never elected popes as bishops never moved out of their diocese. Regardless, he is always a bishop, and only a man can be consecrated a bishop, so, no, there has never been a female pope.- In the legend she was supposed to have been very talented, and, disguised as a man, to have risen through the church hierarchy to become pope, sometime in the Middle Ages.
It has been a popular story since the thirteenth century, but no one has ever found any reason to believe it actually happened.
Since there have always been women who felt they were really men, it is most likely that one was unmasked trying to become a priest. This would have started a rash of 'what if she hadn't been discovered' stories, culminating in the Pope Joan myth.
Why did the greek gods reflect human characteristics?
Because that is usually the only way that humans can relate to anything else... by humanizing it. So, the Gods had the same faults and problems that humans did. This made them closer, and more understandable. It is harder to relate to perfect Gods, who does not have the same weaknesses and jealousies.
What items do Chinese people think are bad luck?
Some common items that Chinese people consider bad luck include umbrellas (as they are associated with separating or cutting off relationships), clocks (as the pronunciation of "clock" is similar to "funeral" in Chinese), and shoes (as they are believed to bring bad luck when placed on a table or crossed while hanging). It is important to note that these beliefs vary among different individuals and regions in China.
Who is the Greek god of the sky?
The Greek god of the sky is Zeus. He is considered one of the most powerful gods in Greek mythology and is associated with thunder, lightning, and rulership over the other gods.
The Kraken is a mythical sea monster from Scandinavian folklore. There is no scientific evidence to support the existence of a real Kraken, but tales of giant squids or octopuses may have inspired the myth.
Why do african-americans sing better then other ethinic groups?
That's a false assumption, African-Americans being a sub-culture, not an "ethnic group". Of the hundreds and hundreds of ethnic groups in the world none have been proven to "sing better" than all of the others.
How do you know if your neighbor is a vampire?
Answer 2) First of all there is no such thing as a vampire they are just made up myths to scare children and to provide romance in some stories.
According to twilight the symptoms are
1)they will have eyes that change colour
2)cold skin
3)cold breath
4)paleness
Why do you still tell other people myths and legends?
Myths and legends are often an important part of one's cultural heritage. Even if a person doesn't believe in them, they often contain valuable lessons or morals that are part of a culture's value system.
The superstition of Throwing salt over your left shoulder after spilling some applies to, apparently a devil is sitting on your left shoulder, and the force of the tiny salt particles knocks him off and he lands in a little heap on the floor. Then you should stamp on him.
Do not throw it over your right shoulder as this is where your guardian angel is supposed to sit.
This superstition is believed to come from the middle ages.
How do you transform into animals?
well i don't think u can turn into like a dinosaur but i am on the same side as u buddy so i thought and learned this u have to be at on hundred percent at peace step 2 think of the animal u want to be step 3 finally try hard on focusing on part as a time ex. an elephant think of the ear or nose (trunk) or tusk and just keep practicing
The apocalypse is misunderstood to the point of being completely incorrect.
Basically things occur thus
Satan comes to deceive the people of the earth, claiming to be Jesus Christ, within 5 months (May to September) , the entire world is worshipping him as if he is Christ returned. Revelation through chapter 13.
The true Christ returns, at the 7th trumpet (Revelation 11:15 and 1st Corinthians 15: 50- 54) to find all of his people worshipping Satan, as if he were Christ. Imagine how hurt and angry he will be, that is why he will say to many who make excuses "get out of my sight, I never knew you"
Start at Revelation 14 and read through 16 you will observe the apocalypse starting around Rev 16:16. at the 7th vile probably also the 7th thunder, however the thunders are not given in the text. Satan and his army are about to be destroyed.
Changeling: Changelings are the færie children that are left in the place of a stolen human baby. These babies are often deformed. A færie will raise the human child, though the child may be returned if the changeling can be made to laugh or if it is treated so badly that the færie parents are inclined to take it back. Although we associate tales of changelings with Celtic myth, tales of changelings are found in both Chinese and Native North American legend. Some have even associated the modern myth of alien abduction with changelings.
When should a vampire go hunting?
Vampires are typically nocturnal creatures, so they should go hunting during the night when their powers are strongest and their prey is more vulnerable. Additionally, they should choose times when there are fewer people around to witness their hunting activities to maintain their secrecy.
Doe the Lost City of Gold exist?
The city of gold is real but not made of gold it made of bricks that had a coat of gold spreed on it (bricks).
no one has found this city of gold yet
some people think that this city is a legend but others think it real.
El Dorado
El Dorado is a legendary city of gold. It is seen as a type of "Holy Grail" for each man - the thing you most seek in life is found here. Basically, whatever your fetish, you will not leave unsatisfied from this place. Better yet, it is somewhere in South America, so it shouldn't cost you much to get there!
Which king had a magic sword called Excalibur?
King Arthur, a legendary medieval king of Britain, owned the sword Excalibur (also Caledfwlch). Arthur is the subject of several medieval histories, but may not have been an actual historical figure. His stories include the sorceror Merlin, the Knights of the Round Table, and the city of Camelot.
There are two different origin stories for the quasi-mythical King Arthur:
1) he pulled the sword out of a stone- hence "the Sword and the Stone"
2) the other that it was given to him by the Lady of The Lake, a sort of water Nymph
The entire Arthurian legend is replete with mysticism, magic, and supernatural forces.
Many cultures have legends of "little people" who do magical things. It would seem that there must be some sort of truth behind all these legends. Many people do believe that Menehunes are actually real, but many people also do not believe this. Belief in mythical creatures will have to stay a matter of personal opinion unless scientists actually discover some kind of evidence.
To see red birds daily what does that mean?
Seeing red birds daily could be a sign of good luck, love, or a message from a loved one who has passed away. In some cultures, red birds are considered messengers or symbols of passion and vitality. It could also just be a pleasant coincidence or a reminder to pay attention to the beauty of nature around you.
What are some disadvantages to telling stories instead of writing them down?
The main disadvantage is that the story can change as it is passed from person to person, much like in the game telephone.
While this can be viewed as a positive because it allows for the story to evolve through time, without written record it is difficult to trace that evolution and even trace back to the original story.
What myths have emerged after the Arenal exploded?
After the Arenal Volcano erupted in 1968, a popular myth emerged that it was, in fact, a dormant volcano, but the government had secretly detonated it to attract tourists. Another myth suggested that the volcano's eruption was triggered by a wealthy landowner who built his house on top of it and disturbed its energy. These myths have been debunked by scientific explanations of the volcano's eruption.
5 Problems of adolescents:
i) Emotional tension:
Emotional development is at maximum and unstable. Self respect and personal pride make the individual emotionally bad. He expects the things to be done as he aspires.
ii) Personal appearance:
This is a significant problem. The adolescent is much worried about the appearance with modern and latest life style at any cost.
iii) Emancipation:
It is the ambition for freedom from parental sovereign. The individual hates control of the parents. He seeks identity to himself.
iv) Economic independence:
This is another problem of economic independence. Money from parents for personal expense is a major problem.
v) Social adjustment:
One has to face a lot of adjustment problems. The most difficult problem is related to social adjustment outside the family and to peer group.
ISSUES
Adults commonly tell young people that the teenage years are the "best years of your life." The rosy remembrance highlights happy groups of high school students energetically involved at a dance or sporting event, and a bright-eyed couple holding hands or sipping sodas at a local restaurant. This is only part of the picture. Life for many young people is a painful tug of war filled with mixed messages and conflicting demands from parents, teachers, coaches, employers, friends and oneself. Growing up-negotiating a path between independence and reliance on others-is a tough business. It creates stress, and it can create serious depression for young people ill-equipped to cope, communicate and solve problems.
Stress and Depression Are Real
Stress is characterized by feelings of tension, frustration, worry, sadness and withdrawal that commonly last from a few hours to a few days. Depression is both more severe and longer lasting. Depression is characterized by more extreme feelings of hopelessness, sadness, isolation, worry, withdrawal and worthlessness that last for two weeks or more. The finding that 9 percent of high school students are severely depressed is important since depression is the most important risk factor for suicide.
Common Causes and Responses to Stress
1. Break up with boy/girl friend
2. Increased arguments with parents
3. Trouble with brother or sister
4. Increased arguments between parents
5. Change in parents' financial status
6. Serious illness or injury of family member
7. Trouble with classmates
8. Trouble with parents
What are some purposes of myths?
some come from as long ago as the 200s as people saying there true belief and some are just worthless
Belief in the existence of hell varies among different religions and belief systems. Some religions like Christianity and Islam teach that hell is a place of punishment for sinners, while others do not have a concept of hell. Ultimately, the existence of hell is a matter of faith and personal belief.
When will global warming melt the Ice?
It is melting the ice already.
Glaciers all over the world are diminishing, for example in mountains where they feed rivers with water that is being used by all the people that live alongside these rivers. Bolivia's glaciers are melting faster than originally projected, with the Chacaltaya glacier entirely melting away in 2009. The Chinese Academy of Sciences estimates Tibetan glacial ice has decreased 7% in the past four decades. At that rate the Himalayas should be ice free in 600 years. However the rate of melt is expected to increase as global temperature increases and existing ice diminishes. As recently as 1850 Glacier National Park in the United States had 150 glaciers. This year it is down to 35.
In the (northern hemisphere) summer of 2007, the ice coverage of the arctic sea decreased dramatically, much more than projected by the models used for climate predictions so far.
Even around the south pole huge parts of the Antarctic ice are breaking off. Glaciers in Greenland are moving faster towards the sea than they used to. In 1996 Greenland ice loss was 23 cubic miles per year. By 2005 that had increased to 53 cubic miles per year, and 57 cubic miles per year by 2006. Although 2011 was cooler than 2010, the ice loss last year was about the same, and much higher yet than in 2006. Although most projections indicate it would take one to three centuries for Greenland to lose all its ice, there is enough there to raise ocean levels over 20 feet.
If the question meant to say 'When will global warming have melted all the ice on earth', then the answer is probably very hard to predict. However, predictions such as a completely ice-free arctic sea within a century or less are within the range of serious scientific up-to-date scenarios. That explains the urge with which scientists are underlining the need for cutting down greenhouse gas emissions strongly and rapidly.
Another Answer:
Over the past thirty years the Himalayas, for example, have seen zero melting (overall) of the glacial packs there. Ice has overall been slightly increasing in the Antarctic over the past several decades as well. The Arctic has seen some back and forth loss and if melting keeps going and the normal cycles were to stop, we would see total ice loss in that area in just over 15,000 years.
