An analysis of the effects of two female characters' varying levels of self-acceptance in their relationships with males in "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison.
Abstract The writer discusses the experiences of Corinthians and Hagar's relationships with men in "Song of Solomon". The paper explains that Hagar pursues Milkman because she feels that with him she will always be content, but her lack of self-acceptance disables her from viewing herself as having the potential to be more than a positive asset to him, rather than desiring an equal partnership. It explains that Corinthians also seeks male companionship and that she is able to develop a fulfilling relationship only after she learns to accept herself. The writer explains that while Hagar becomes more critical of herself and her relationships become increasingly destructive, Corinthians becomes more accepting of herself and her relationship with Porter makes her happy. In conclusion, the writer feels that after analyzing the way these two women relate to others and perceive themselves, it is evident that while love is an important part of life, a person must reach a state of self-acceptance in order to establish a fulfilling relationship.
From the Paper "The fact that Hagar is unable to kill him when he finally refuses to fight back demonstrates her inability to understand her feelings or create healthy mechanisms for dealing with loss, since she obviously does not really want to kill him. Hagar does not genuinely intend to kill Milkman at any point, but without a solid base of confidence and self-esteem, his rejection of her ignites the rage in Hagar that stems from the poor image she has of herself. Milkman's love gives her affirmation that she is a good person, so when he takes that love away that affirmation is gone. Guitar tries to rationalize with Hagar when he says, "You think because he doesn't love you that you are worthless. You think because he doesn't want you anymore that he is right - that his judgment and opinion of you are correct.... You're turning your whole life over to him.... And if it means so little to you that you can just give it away, hand it to him, then why should it mean any more to him? He can't value you more than you value yourself (309)." Although Guitar's words are painfully correct, Hagar is unable to recognize the fact that the only judgment of herself that matters is her own. Without a way of dealing with her pain, Hagar lashes out at the man that she feels is the cause of it without realizing that her pain originates within herself. "
This paper explains the New Testament section I Corinthians 7:1-9: Background, cultural context, sexuality, celibacy, morality, marriage and prostitution.
4,050 words (approx. 16.2 pages), 12 sources, 1991, $ 135.95
From the Paper "The Corinthians bring to a reading of 7:1-9 the entire history of the issues that Paul is answering. Thus if he appears elliptical in reference to the matters to which he is responding, this would be a problem only for those among whom the issues had not been raised. But a careful reading of Chapters 1-6 reveals that they establish the background for the argument that is developed in 7:1-9.
The background is established with repeated reference to the spiritual integrity of the cult itself. This begins in 1:10, when he beseeches the Corinthian brethren "that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you." The reasons for this request are amplified in the body of the letter, which deals with the details of how the unity of purpose will be achieved. Paul's overriding concern is the community of souls, ... "
Abstract This paper examines Christ's resurrection from the dead, one of the central images of Christianity and a cornerstone of Christian belief. The paper explains that, throughout I Corinthians 15, the chapter of the epistle that refers to the resurrection in greater detail than any other, Paul emphasizes the concept of grace. As grace is a central concept in Christian ideology, the resurrection is a central motif.
From the Paper "Christ's resurrection from the dead is one of the central images of Christianity and a cornerstone of Christian belief. Referred to throughout the Gospels, the resurrection of the body is particularly meaningful to Pauline thought. Therefore, the 15th chapter of I Corinthians can aptly illustrate the meaning of the resurrection for the Christian community in general. Resurrection was not a unique feature of Christianity, as the notion of rising from the dead played a large part in the ancient religions of Egypt and the Middle East. However, Greek philosophy denied the possibility of resurrection. Paul anticipates the skepticism of his audience when he poses the rhetorical question in I Corinthians 15:12: "But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead?" Therefore, Paul's delivery of Christianity to Corinth, Greece could in large part be an attempt to underscore the potency of faith, and the importance of unconditional belief in God and Jesus Christ."
Abstract This paper looks at the writings of Paul in the New Testament, specifically 1 Corinthians 5, which addresses "sexual immorality." The paper explains Paul's letter and the circumstances of its writing, then looks at the historical background of the letter and its modern day implications for Christian ethics, especially regarding issues of gender and homosexuality.
From the Paper "In 1 Corinthians chapter 5, Paul's letter responds to a situation of "sexual immorality" he has become aware of in the community. The situation he confronts is a man living with his step-mother as if they were married, which was against both Roman law and constituted a criminal act. Paul is presented with a somewhat sticky situation, because he is far away from people he feels particularly responsible towards, calling them his "offspring". Additionally, they are looking to him for guidance about a situation that is against Roman laws, when he also advocates Christians determining their own laws, as in 1 Corinthians chapter 6. Since his attention has been drawn to the subject, he must act upon it, informing the Christians of Corinth that the behavior is not to be tolerated."
Abstract This paper examines Chapter 13 of "Corinthians 1" sometimes referred to as "The "Hymn of Love" or "The Hymn to Love". The first part
analyzes Paul's interpretation of love through a verse by verse analysis. The second part is a personal interpretation of the Hymn from the point of view of a poor and destitute person.
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From the Paper "There might be some who mistakenly think that the hymn is a type of poem. To disapprove this, the Oxford Bible Commentary emphasizes that "it is written in prose, not verse, but that it clearly has poetic qualities both in the level of language and in its structural shaping." This fact may be regarded as evidence that the author of this chapter must have been highly skilled. In fact, this opinion and the strong connection between Chapter 12,31 and Chapter 14,1 have led to the theory that someone other than Paul might have written Chapter 13 and may have inserted it into 1 Corinthians at a later date."
Abstract "Greek architecture has long been identified with the creation of the three classic architectural orders, the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian, though actually the Corinthian is a variation of the Ionic.
From the Paper "Greek architecture has long been identified with the creation of the three classic architectural orders, the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian, though actually the Corinthian is a variation of the Ionic. Greek temples were not directly linked to the orders but show basic features that are much alike. order and cleanness of lines marks Greek temples and other monumental Greek architecture. Roman architecture reflects a way of public and private life, borrowing elements from the Greeks and the Etruscans. The Pantheon is a large, round temple in Rome which shows the ability of the Romans to create vast interior spaces, perhaps for the first time in the history of architecture. Many Roman works are a mixture of styles, such as the Hagia Sophia, a monumental piece of architecture that links us with the era of Justinian's reign in Constantinople and is an interesting example of a ..."
Abstract By using examples and sources from the Bible, the author of this paper shows God's intentions for his followers on issues relating to the environment. The paper shows that Christian Environmentalists believe that the earth was given to Man as a gift with certain conditions and that Man is not fulfilling these conditions by destroying the earth and annihilating species.
From the Paper "There are many examples in the Bible of Christianity's environmental concerns. There is a broad belief in taking care of all of God's creations, and we, as humans are to be the caretakers. God put the responsibility of caring for the earth with man. Man is required to take care of the resources God put on earth. The Bible warns us that those who destroy the earth will be destroyed themselves. God has put man to watch over his creation and it is our commitment to do so that portrays the ideas about nature in Christian beliefs."
Abstract This paper shows how architecture had a profound effect on the development of the Industrial Revolution. This paper explores these effects and displays the ways in wish architecture influenced the industrial age. Ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Rome are analyzed as well as architecture from more "recent" 16th century Rome.
From the Paper "The impact of architecture on the industrial revolution is as old as time. For the purpose of this discussion we will begin with the architecture of the ancient world. In pre-industrial times those who constructed building also lived in them and they were forced to use whatever material was available and they also had to make their own tools. The idea of using cement to build structures dates back to the Roman Empire but waterproof cement was not created until the 1800's during the industrial revolution, this is just one impact that early architecture had on the industrial revolution. ("Architecture")"
Abstract This paper will explore the development of the representation of the human figure on classical Greek ceramics. Given the sheer range and scope of the production in question, discussion will be focused on the tradition of the representation of human figures upon Athenian ceramics in particular. As will be seen, this limitation is not entirely arbitrary. While Greek pottery was dominated by Corinthian production for much of its early history, as Athens grew in commercial and political importance it began to dominate the market for ceramics in the Greek world. From about the sixth century BC onwards, it will be argued, the representation of the human figure upon Athenian pottery grew increasingly sophisticated in both technique and theme. As will be seen, gradually the rigid poses and mythological themes yielded to figures and scenes more reflective of the everyday life of the population. This increasing sophistication, to some extent, reflects the prosperity of the Athenian industry and its capacity to bring in artists from outside Athens whose talents were to transform Greek ceramics.
Abstract This paper explains how the chorus in the plays, "Medea" and "Agamemnon", enhance the audience's experience as they watch the plays and contemplate their opinions of the actual character and the character as reflected by the chorus.
From the Paper "Euripides play, Medea, has created astonishing results since the time it was written, 2400 years back and was first performed in 431 BC. The play originates from the ancient myths of Jason and Medea, while it, "investigates the psychology of revenge and betrayal".( Euripides? Medea "ICFI", reviewed by: Stephen Griffiths http://www.wsws.org/arts/1998/aug1998/med-a04.shtml ). Euripide, though a male writer has been able to view a females? mind emerging with power and great intensity. He was the first Athenian to use the chorus as a commentator, in order to interpret human sufferings without the wisdoms of the gods. Parallel to Medea, Aeschylus? Agamemnon narrates a similar myth of Agamemnon and his queen, Clytemnestra in a play, which was written in Greek in the fifth century B.C. Aeschylus was known to be the first playwright and the father of Western Drama."
Analysis of the character Medea and how her behavior may be symbolic of the way women, present and past, are treated and how they deal with anger that results from that treatment.
Abstract This paper explains how the character of Medea in Euripides's play of the same name may be seen as an archetype for today's female serial killers and violent women. The paper suggests that the play may be used to help understand the phenomena of female anger and female violence, both in the classical era and in today's society.
From the Paper "So the story of Medea's anger truly does show striking similarities with the way in which female anger today is conceptualizes and enacted. Her anger is thought to be far less dangerous and real than it is, while in reality it is so strong that it will swallow up her own children. She is exhorted not to be clever and silent but to be forthright with her passions (by Creon), and yet these passions are denied and shrugged off by her former husband. Her anger is real, however, and strongest within the realm of the home and the personal. It is here that, like the unfortunately numerous women of today, she commits her worst violence against her own children. Medea is thus the perfect archetype both of the misunderstood and underestimated angry woman and of the fabled female serial killer who has so consistently flown under the radar of stereotyped law enforcement."
Abstract The paper examines the ways in which morality of both Aristotle's and Paul's schools of thought come together in modern America. It looks at how Aristotle's idea of reason, or "logos," must be taught and then be used in the real world. It then moves on to Paul, who believes that morality must be gained by giving oneself completely to God. The paper finally looks at how modern America has brought these two schools of thought together.
From the Paper "Do to others as you would have them do to you," is something we have all heard in some form or another at some point in our lives. To put it another way would be to treat people how you would want to be treated. This simple rule can be seen as the foundation, the beginning of many people's moral code, which they will use for the rest of their lives. It will guide their decision-making processes from the simplest choices like whether or not to tell a white lie, and all the way up to life and death situations. The question is how do we come to those decisions that can have such far-reaching consequences and feel comfortable that we have made the right, or shall we say the best decision? Are moral decisions based on the rules we have been taught by our parents, the laws of society, the consequences of an action, or a more deep desire to promote goodness in the world in which we live in? There has been a countless number of people who have attempted to define the moral code. Aristotle believed that one learns morality through philosophy and then actually using it in the real world. The apostle Paul thought that one should follow God's will, or moral code, out of love and faith. Modern America can see a convergence of these two schools of thought, which form our morality. Our morality comes from learning through our parents, religion, and the society around us where by repetition of these rules we are able to base our decisions on these principles, which are ultimately used with our natural reason."
Abstract This paper discusses what it means for humanity to have been created in the image of God. The paper explores the implications of this divine heritage, with emphasis given to the Christian texts, which portray Jesus as the redeemer of human kind.
From the Paper "In the book of Genesis, God completes his handiwork on earth with the proclamation: 'Let us make man after our own image after our likeness and let them have dominion'. The implications concerning a human creation that embodies the image of God are many..."
Tags: god, adam, jesus christ, redemption, image of man, man in god's image, genesis, corinthians, colossians
Abstract In this paper, the writer looks at differences between the Christians and the Jews from the times of the New Testament. The writer examines Corinthians 1&2 and demonstrates the sources of division between the Christian and Jewish communities.
From the Paper "In the books of the New Testament, it becomes apparent that there are significant differences between the traditions of the Jewish community and those of the newly formed Christian community. Indeed the divisions between the two religious traditions are so meaningful because they speak to the fundamental philosophical differences in their belief systems. They are carefully laid out in the First and Second Letters of Paul to the Corinthians, as Paul himself explains the true teaching of Christianity and how it differs from Judaism. Firstly Christianity endorses a more egalitarian ... "
