Mythology_Whatisit_-Lesson#1

1、Mythology: What is it?-Lesson # 1Take the pre-test to see how much you know about Mythology (#1 in Unit)We will discuss the answers as a class.Take notes on mythology (#2 in your Mythology Unit)Answer questions in your journal about MythologyWhy do we have myths?Some were created to answer questions

2、 (such as: Who made the world? Why does it rain?)Some were created to meet the religious needs of peopleOthers were created to justify a social system or a custom of people.Mythology extends from Greek and Roman times up to todayFolklore, fairy tales, myths, legends are sometimes used interchangeabl

3、y BUT the difference in myths is that they:Refer to early humanitys seeking for explanations of the phenomena of nature (the sun is a chariot, a volcano shows Gods anger)Sometimes myths are used to explain customs or rituals (before you hunt buffalo you need to dance-then you will be successful).Jou

4、rnal Questions:How would you define Mythology?Why do people feel as though they need to create myths (a need within themselves)?Are there any myths that mean something to you? What are they?Once you are finished, begin reading the Introduction, pages 3-15 in the Edith Hamilton bookMythology: Lesson

5、# 2Take notes on the following origin of the myth theories: (#2 in Unit)Euhemerus TheoryMullers TheoryTylors TheoryMalinowskis TheoryFrazers TheoryTheories-Notes #2Euphemerus-All myths are based on historical facts (once supernatural elements are stripped away)Mullers Theory-All gods and mythical cr

6、eatures are representations of nature divinities, and heroes were originally a symbol for the sun in one of its phasesTylors Theory-Myths began through mans efforts to account for unexplainable occurrences in dreams.(Your soul wanders freely in the night)Malinowskis Theory-Pyschological conditions l

7、ed man to create mythsFrazers Theory- Myths began in the great cycle of nature-birth, growth, decay, death, and rebirth.Mythology: Lesson # 2Now, you are going to be reading pages _3-15_ in Edith HamiltonComplete the Questions on your own paper (#3 in Unit)We will discuss when you are finishedMythol

8、ogy: Lesson # 3The Twelve Olympian Gods:Read pages 21-37Complete the Chart on the 12 Gods (#4 in Unit)Then we will discuss the “Why” of each symbol; you can add as notes to your chartMythology: Lesson # 4Other Versions of Creation*As a class, we will read page 77 in EHThen the handout on the other v

9、ersions of creation & complete the columns on worksheet (# 5 in unit)We will also read Edith Hamilton Norse version of creationOnce the handout is completed you will compare & contrast one version of creation“Creation” Journal QuestionsFirst, finish your Venn DiagramThen answer the following journal

10、 Qs:What similarities & differences occur in myths?What does each myth say about the people who told it?Why are there so many different versions of creation?The Greek Origin of Humans & EvilRead the following sections in the Edith Hamilton book and answer the questions on your worksheet:85-8787-9393

11、-94The Greek UnderworldAnswer questions after you read the following pages in Edith Hamilton in your journal:42-44Describe the Greek Underworld in a at least 3-5 bullet pointsHow do you view the “after-life?” (What will happen to people, what is the role of good/evil)The Journey Beneath the EarthFol

12、low the squares on the gameboard and take notes about what each of them meansThen answer the following questions in your journalJournal QuestionsRegarding the description of Hades, which ideas seem most understandable to you? Which ideas seem most difficult for you?How do your ideas of the afterlife

13、 compare to boundaries/sections, concept of soul, judgment & punishment?Game Board Review-Journal Questions1. Where did the Greeks believe the Abode of the Dead was located?2. Name the five rivers & characterize each.3. Who was the official ferry operator of the underworld & what did their job entit

14、le?4. Why was the soul called a shade?5. Who were the three judges?6. Name some of the inhabitants of the underworld.7. Who were the King and Queen of Hades?Dantes View of the InfernoYou have a diagram of Dantes inferno (Handout 25) Write down notes on each of the lines about what kind of sinners ea

15、ch of the people were as Ms. Peterson reads you the information Create/Outline HellTake a list the list of sinsDecide what your value system is-what sinners are greater than others?Outline who you think should go in each Circle of hellOnce you have completed your outline, copy the sinners for your final version of hellAnalyze Hell (Your Value System)Study your diagram well. Look for patterns. Any patterns that you recognize?Are sins more physical (violence) or mental (envy, jealousy)?Describe you