The Bull and the Virgin: Two Very Different Spanish Symbols
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A 5 page discussion of the meaning of the symbolic representation of the bull and the Virgin Mary in Spanish culture. Contends that the symbology of the Virgin Mary and the Bull could be said to collectively represent the traditional patriarchal hierarchy of Spanish culture, the Virgin Mary representing the ultimate model of womanhood without any of its earthly and sinful connotations and the bull representing the sensual and bodily side of Spanish culture. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Paper Title: The Bull and the Virgin: Two Very Different Spanish Symbols

The Corn Mother Myth
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the corn mother myth. The story is analyzed in cultural context. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA151crn.rtf
Paper Title: The Corn Mother Myth

THE CULT OF ISIS
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This 5 page paper discusses the ancient religion of Isis. History, myth, and influences discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Paper Title: THE CULT OF ISIS

The Gate to Women's Country.
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(5pp) Sherri Tepper's cast of both ordinary and extraordinary people play out in her powerful 1988 novel, whose significance goes beyond sex, to deal with the toughest problem of all, the challenge of surmounting humanity's most dangerous flaws so we can survive together - despite ourselves. despite ourselves.
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Paper Title: The Gate to Women's Country.

The Giant Loki in Norse Mythology
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8 pages in length. An analytical discussion of Loki -- a giant in Norse Mythology who became a member of the Aesir family when the chief God Odin made him his blood brother. Loki is regarded by the writer -- among other things -- as an instigator of conflicts, and a worthwhile provider. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Excellent argumentative perspectives provided.
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Paper Title: The Giant Loki in Norse Mythology

The Goddess, Women’s Roles, and the Patriarchy
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that stories and legends of the Goddess abound in virtually every culture throughout the world. Archaeological findings throughout the world have revealed an amazing degree of repetition in terms of symbolic associations between the female form, ritualistic objects, apparent practices, and how all of life is related to and dependent on that which creates and sustains life. Eventually invasions from north to south and changes in male perceptions about procreation, caused the mother-goddess to be replaced by gods of war and the patriarchal system. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Paper Title: The Goddess, Women’s Roles, and the Patriarchy

The Greek God Apollo
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A 6 page paper that explores the legends surrounding the Greek god Apollo and discusses the religious rituals practiced in his worship. The nature of the symbols of the bow, the laurel, and the lyre that are traditionally associated with Apollo are explained. Apollo's early use of music therapy is also explored. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: LCApollo.doc
Paper Title: The Greek God Apollo

The Heroism of Classic Heroes and of King Arthur
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This 5 page report discusses and compares the similarities and differences between historical and literary heroes such as King Arthur and heroes such as Aeneas, Hector, and Achilles. The heroic tradition implies a pattern of story telling that begins with a hero in unusual circumstances, the search or quest, the transformation of the hero and a resolution. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Paper Title: The Heroism of Classic Heroes and of King Arthur

The Morrigan: Celtic Triple Goddess
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A 5 page paper which examines the legends and tales involving Morrigan who is often referred to as the dark aspect of the Celtic Triple Goddess in Celtic mythology. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAcrow.rtf
Paper Title: The Morrigan: Celtic Triple Goddess

The Myth of the New Jersey Devil
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A short, 2 page look at an old tale dating back to the 18th century which maintains that a devilish, crazed murderer lurks in the rural sections of NJ's pine barren region-- waiting for his prey. In brief, this essay examines explanations for the story-- arguing that the entire concept of such a murderous creature existing is completely illogical. No Bibliography.
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Paper Title: The Myth of the New Jersey Devil