...the Greek epic, The Iliad, Homer shows a different side of love that exists between Andromache and Hector different from the erotic love, which exists between the many other characters in the epic, including Paris and Helen. In the Iliad, many instances of love are shown between multiple characters and in the majority of these encounters, love is shown as a merely a sort of erotic contract between a man and a woman; however, when Homer shows his readers the dialogue between Andromache and Hector, the true nature of love is revealed. In fact, Andromache speaks against Hector going out in the war, for the loss of him, to her, is not as great as him gaining honor and glory in the battle. To provide context, Hector is the only one left for Andromache in this world due to the bereavement Achilles has brought on her by killing her father, her brothers and leaving her mother to die by the arrows of Artemis herself. For Andromache, Hector is her mother, father, brother and her “blossoming” husband, and in this way Andromache would rather die before Hector does, so that she would not have to live in his absence caused her by his fall upon the battlefield as so many of her loved ones before him. In the Iliad, most characters display strictly the carnal aspect of love: for example Paris, after escaping from Menelaus with the help of Aphrodite, goes back to Helen and all that he wants from her is to go to bed with her. The love between Hector and Andromache is far deeper than any other...
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...Glory Soc 150 11/20/13 The 1989 film Glory is a classic Civil War film based on the history of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Regiment. The film focuses on the courage displayed by the first black regiment in the Civil War, also known as the “Fighting Fifty-fourth.” The regiment headed by the admirable Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, Matthew Broderick, must overcome an enormous amount of adversity during the war. The film was daring for filmmakers Zwick and Fields because it was a film not only with, “vivid and frightening battle scenes and finely etched dramatic characters, but a film that shattered the great Civil War taboo-it told a story of African Americans. Many articles and texts leading up to the film failed to mention the participation of African Americans in the Civil War. In fact, the participation of African Americans helped turn the course of the war and nearly 300,000 fought for the North. Glory earned an impressive three Academy Awards due to its exceptionally talented cast and arguably some of the most realistic and memorable Civil War reenactments ever shot. The soundtrack, cinematography, and acting captivated my attention with a combination of triumph and tragedy. These men were fighting to free their very own race which adds to the emotion and sentiment this movie invokes. Zwick effectively builds the characters of the 54th regiment by portraying the grueling months of training and development. One prominent example of this is in the end of their movie...
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...him, he owned up to his responsibilities and ended up becoming an amazing king that men and women of all ages still look up to today. As he grew up being heir to the throne, there was undoubtedly much pressure on him, but as one reads the book Henry V, written by William Shakespeare, they will see that once Henry inherited the crown, he proved to be a merciful king, a man of humility, and someone who gave all glory to God in everything he did. Henry was a merciful king. Throughout his reign, there were many times that he could have enacted his right as king and punished many a Englishmen who did not agree or come under his leadership, but Henry chose to show mercy when he did not have to. When Henry went through the camp on the eve of battle disguised as a regular soldier to find out what the men were thinking and feeling about the war, he came across men who did not show him the loyalty that he wanted in his soldiers, and he met men who did not view him in a good light, yet he did not do anything. Henry understood that many of the men were scared, that they felt the war was already won by the French because of the number of soldiers that they had. Henry had compassion on the men as he felt the most pressure as the one leading all these men into battle that he did not know the outcome of. Henry could have gotten angry with the men for not agreeing or seeing eye to eye with him, but instead showed them grace for coming this far along on journey that many would never see the end...
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...The Odyssey is an epic poem written by Homer telling the story of the King of Ithaca. Odysseus displays the traits of a true hero; strength, nobility, confidence, courage, and the love of glory. He gains fame through his journeys, victories and skill. As with all Homer created heroes, Odysseus possesses pride which causes him to do very unwise things. The Iliad is another epic poem written by Homer entertaining us with a story about Achilles. Achilles was the greatest warrior in the Achaean army. The most significant flaw of Achilles is his excessive pride. He is willing to subvert the good of the whole army and to endanger the lives of those who are closest to him to achieve emotional blackmail. The plot of the Odyssey is Odysseus’ 10 year struggle to return home after the Trojan War. While Odysseus battles mythical creatures and faces the wrath of the gods, his wife Penelope and his son Telemachus fight off suitors or fakers trying to steal Penelope's hand from Odysseus and Ithaca's throne long enough for Odysseus to return. The Odyssey ends with Odysseus winning a contest to prove his identity, killing the suitors, and retaking the throne of Ithaca for himself. The plot of the Iliad is about the final year of the Trojan War, a conflict in which Greek warriors sailed the Aegean (Turkey) and surrounded the fortress of Troy for ten years, three millennia ago. The plot also includes the greek hero...
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...In the Ancient Greek epic poem The Iliad by Homer, warrior culture is based on gaining loot, glory, and respect. Loot is what the warriors receive after winning or killing someone in war, glory is gained by heroic deeds and actions done in combat, and respect is the guideline that the warriors have to follow in war, and when a honorable act is done, the warrior receives respect. Warriors in The Iliad have ambitions to obtain these three components in order to improve their reputations. Loot, glory, and respect are the currencies that the warriors strive to gain to enhance their prestige. Loot creates controversy when it is being divided amongst the soldiers after a raid because loot is not always spread fairly. Loot is basically money in this epic. For example, an army raids a enemy territory and whatever they find in it is loot. People argue over loot, like Agamemnon and Achilles, the best fighter in the kingdom. Achilles accuses Agamemnon of taking more of the loot for himself and giving a minimal amount to Achilles and the rest of the soldiers. Achilles is very distraught because he believes that especially...
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...Mortality is the timeless equalizer of all living beings. Life ends sooner for some people than for others. Lifespans shorten in the world of The Iliad, where warfare is the norm. Glory is won through battle and honor comes from dying young. The most revered members of a society are those who display the highest level of battlefield aptitude. It is in this world that Prince Hector of Troy and the great Achilles rise to fame. These two men have much in common, regardless of their allegiances. Despite being the most fearsome warrior in their respective armies, both show kindness to the people they love. Both often find themselves at odds with their conscience and principles over the war. Further, they know their participation in the battle will...
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...of tenderness in the midst of war. French Capt de Boeldieu is shot down over German territory while on a mission. After being transferred to a Prisoner Of War Camp, de Boeldieu develops a friendship with von Rauffenstein, the camp's commander. Though of the same class and countries, the relationship of the two is stunted by hostile disagreements between their respective countries. Tragically, the bond is irrelevant to the nation. Each man's place of...
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...Outcome? The outcome of the war: Is it controlled by the actions of mere mortals? Do the gods determine the successes and failures? Is the outcome solely a matter of fate? Some may believe that mortals have free will, but after a quick skim of the Iliad, this belief is clearly shown to be false. Humans are not given control over their destinies; however, if this is true, then what are these destinies controlled by? Fate seems to be the only answer, yet, can fate alone stop a god from changing outcomes for their personal gain? In the Iliad, gods and humans are shown to have a varying degree of control on the outcome of human life and death. The true controller of the outcome of success vs. failure, and life vs. death, will be analyzed with...
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...bless his name! For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations. Psalm 150:1-6 ESV / 21 helpful votes Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp! Praise him with tambourine and dance; praise him with strings and pipe! Praise him with sounding cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals! Psalm 147:1-20 ESV / 19 helpful votes Praise the Lord! For it is good to sing praises to our God; for it is pleasant, and a song of praise is fitting. The Lord builds up Jerusalem; he gathers the outcasts of Israel. He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. He determines the number of the stars; he gives to all of them their names. Great is our Lord, and abundant in power; his understanding is beyond measure. Psalm 148:1-14 ESV / 15 helpful votes Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the heights! Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his hosts! Praise him, sun and moon, praise him, all you shining stars! Praise him, you highest heavens, and you waters above the heavens! Let them praise the name of the Lord! For he commanded and they were created. Psalm 66:1-20 ESV / 14 helpful votes To the choirmaster. A Song. A Psalm. Shout for joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! Say to...
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...unnecessary problems. In the Ancient Greek epic The Iliad by the poet Homer, the actions of nearly all of the characters are influenced by their sense of pride. In the story, arrogance is the main reason behind all of the conflicts that take place, and throughout the entire epic, pride is depicted as a destructive force. Pride is the cause of the war, the source of sub-conflicts between the characters, and the motive behind the actions taken by Achilles throughout the story. The entire epic of The Iliad occurs in the middle of a ten-year conflict in the city of Troy between the Trojans and Achaeans. As is the case with most wars, the cause of the Trojan War is arguably quite pointless because it stems from nothing more than wounded egos. The clash of the egos begins when Paris “launches the war” (Homer 14. 33) when he offends Athena and Hera by choosing Aphrodite in a beauty contest between the goddesses. The two who lose the contest feel dishonored, and as a result they take the side of the Achaeans in the war, which causes the Trojans to have a huge disadvantage on the battlefield. Paris continues on his path to starting the war when he insults King Menelaus by charming his wife, Helen, and taking her back with him to Troy. Menelaus, who is offended by his wife running...
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...The concerns and importance of basic human needs and emotions is deeply explored in Homer’s epic poem “The Iliad Book XXIV”, the key concerns shows the similarity between all people, and how humanity is the same at its roots no matter the difference of culture and time. The conflicts that arise in “The Iliad” all come back to the notion of honour and pride and how people want to be perceived; honour is an idea woven throughout personal, social and cultural beliefs. War is the motif of honour, it is celebrated in “The Iliad” and in Petersen’s film “Troy”; the men are measured by their bravery and honour towards their King’s and their country in war. The Imagery used in “The Iliad” and “Troy” is constantly made up of war related concepts; “battlefield”,...
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...English Literature, Key Poems List Thomas Hardy: Men Who March Away - Volunteers marching to war tell those who watch them pass by of their faith in the justice of their cause. Thomas Hardy: In Time of ‘The Breaking of Nations’ - The routines of life and love continue during conflict, and will continue long after it is over. Rupert Brooke: Peace - This sonnet is an expression of thanks for being able to respond to the call to arms and leave behind the stale and empty concerns of civilian life. Rupert Brooke: The Dead - Celebrates those who have given their lives. The sacrifice of the lowliest of them has given the world honour and nobility. Rupert Brooke: The Soldier - A solider reflects that, should he die, his grave will become a little piece of England in a foreign country. Herbert Asquith: The Volunteer - Celebrates a city clerk whose dreams of military glory have been fulfilled. His death in battle is rewarded with a place alongside the heroes of the Battle of Agincourt. Julian Grenfell: Into Battle - Celebrates spring and moves on to describe the validity of the warrior, whose sacrifice will be rewarded. Nature and the solider are at one and this gives him peace and a sense of destiny. John McCrae: In Flanders Fields - The dead, lying beneath ground covered with poppies, urge the living to continue the struggle against the enemy. Charles Sorley: All the Hills and Vales Along - Addressing men marching past, the poet urges them to sing while...
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...includes fictional books about technology and science in a future setting. Popular science fiction novels are 2,000 Leagues Under the Sea, The Hunger Games, and The War of the Worlds. But science fiction is also seen in short stories."Old Glory" is a dystopian short story about a future United States. Unlike in The Hunger Games, the narrator does not feel like the setting is dystopian. In the future United States, people cannot say anything they want. If they speak out, they are killed. "Harrison Bergeron" is also dystopian and is a society where everyone must be equal. While reading the story, readers find out that equality in fact is not always right if used...
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...Achilles tends to lose audience support after his continued refusal to swallow his pride and save his dying comrades. Achilles' pride, greed, sense of honor, and hard-hardheadedness, eventually leads to the death of many of his friends, among them Achilles “beloved” Patroclus, as well as numberless other Greeks. Although Achilles never lost his life and the Greeks did not lose the war, it is tragic nevertheless. Achilles has remarkably few traits that would be seen as admirable by people in the world today. Achilles is primarily motivated by greed, thirst for honor, and an outrageous sense of his own self-importance. Initially, Achilles does not seem like he is in the wrong for holding a grudge against Agamemnon. Agamemnon shamed him in front of all the Greeks by publicly ordering Achilles war-prize, Briseis, to be taken for Agamemnon's own use. It seems right that Achilles should be angry, and his refusal to participate in the war seems perfectly justified. Achilles' actually seems wise and admirable when, in his frustration, he begins to question the unjustifiable cause for even being at war and exclaims: Why do the Greeks have to fight the Trojans? Why did Agamemnon lead the army...
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...Erich Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front was revolutionary in how it spoke not about the glory and honor of war, but instead the cruel, dark reality of it. World War I was very different than any other war that had come before it through the combination of the number of large, powerful countries fighting in it and new, innovative fighting techniques that came about. In this novel, Remarque wrote about reality; the complete destruction that comes with war and how nationalism was used to trick men, but the themes and ideas of this novel still stand true today and it should not be forgotten. World War I was completely different than any other war the world had seen so far, it was gruesome and violent; the majority of this novel follows...
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