methology

methology

Note:
The questions reference “The Creation of the Titans and the Gods”, “The Ages of Man”, and “The Labors and Death of Heracles.”

Respond to the following:

The Mycenaean Greeks showed political sophistication by combining their patriarchal religion with the older matriarchal religion that they found in Greece.

• What examples show that they CONTINUED to respect female gods?
• What are the five ages of man? What do you think led Hesiod to believe that the first of the four ages was the best?
• Heracles, like most heroes, must enter the underworld. In your opinion, what is the reason for such a task?

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INSTRUCTIONS

• Your main post must be at least 250 words in length. Due by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. ET.

• Use MLA format for any quotations or citations. You should be using direct support in all of your main posts. Please see the rubric for a clearer definition on expectations regarding direct support.

Please post your main response by clicking REPLY TO THREAD. Post your responses to peers and to me by clicking REPLY TO THIS USER.

IMPORTANT: Please review the Faculty Expectations and note how your posts will be scored. Be sure that you post on at least two different days, and that you respond to additional instructor questions.

A sample main entry:

Robert Jones
Professor Anne Marie Fowler
HUM1015 Section 2 – Mythology
August 29, 2011

Myths can be traced to times prior to the written word. Myths consist of stories that have been traditionally passed down through generations by both word of mouth and, later, in written text. The textbook described myths as having three types: the divine myths, legends, and folktales. Divine myths relate to ancient mystical times where characters such as Zeus and Achilles had supernatural powers. Legends speak of human beings as the principal actors with supernatural beings playing subordinate roles. Legends often relay uplifting stories about Christian saints. Folktales, such as Cinderella, Snow White, and Harry Potter are myths that are well-known. These myths have entertained large audiences. Myths will have a plot, characters, and a setting which classifies them as stories.

The textbook states that “The migration of myths from the ancient Near East to Greece is an event of extraordinary importance in the history of civilization” (Powell 16 ). Western culture and civilization has evolved through both the Greco-Roman influence and mythology. Greco-Roman influence has had a major impact of western architecture and politics while mythology has left its impact on western culture and literature. According to the text, “The study of myth has much in common with the study of literature”(Powell 15). Professor Ruane discussed the importance of mythology on western culture and literature during the lecture. He discussed how myths influenced the literature of Shakespeare and Tennyson.

Mythology is important to study because many of our cultures and human characteristics are associated with mythology. I haven’t studied mythology since grade school; however, I feel that I will gain valuable information and appreciate it at an adult level.

Powell, Barry B. Classical Myth. New York: Pearson, 2009. Print

And note! This example only has one direct and integrated quote. You are required to have two.

use this book as reference

From Olympus to Camelot: The World of European Mythology. Leeming, David
World Mythology: An Anthology of the Great Myths and Epics, 3rd edition. Rosenberg, Donna