Is there a mythology to Star Wars? If anything, what patterns do you see regarding Greek Mythology and Star Wars? What will you take with you to other subjects regarding Greek Mythology? Final observant thoughts to ponder about Greek Mythology? Please complete this blog response in class on Thurs., Dec. 17th.
Sunday, December 13, 2020
"The Iliad" Or "The Odyssey?" What Do You Think?
With reference to The Iliad/Odyssey Background Video, what did it make you contemplate regarding archetypal patterns? Homecoming? Pride? The hero? Divinities? Heroic Code? Guest/Host? Hubris? Other? Please quote from either text or the video. Please complete this blog response in class on Thur., Dec.17th.
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Heracles Or Hercules? What Do We Know?
Based upon your prior knowledge or cultural literacy, what do you know about Hercules, the famous Greek hero? After reading the "Hercules" myth, what do you know now? Please specify, explain, argue, and share your understanding of Hercules. Complete this blog in class on Tues., Dec. 15th.
Jason & Perseus: Heroes?
Based upon our readings and discussions regarding several Greek Heroes (Jason/Perseus), what patterns are you noticing? Do you now think differently about the labeling of a hero or heroine? Argue, explain, and defend. Please complete this blog response in class on Fri., Dec. 11th.