Protecting the Apex Predators of the Ocean Most people assume that all sharks are dangerous‚ and some do not dare to swim next to an untamed shark. Sharks are commonly perceived as man-eaters and a threat to humans swimming in open water. Due to several media coverages on shark attacks‚ some believe that we should eliminate this threat and allow people to swim confidently in open water. Whenever people hear the word shark‚ people think of “dangerous‚” “man-eater‚” and “sea-monster.” They all have
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ruler of the sea‚ Zeus ruled the sky‚ and Hades got the underworld. The other powers attributed to Poseidon involve the god of earthquakes and the god of horses. The symbols associated with Poseidon include: dolphins‚ tridents‚ and three-pronged fish spears. Poseidon was relied upon by sailors for a safe voyage on the sea. Many men drowned horses in sacrifice of his honor. He lived on the ocean floor in a palace made of coral and gems‚ and drove a chariot pulled by horses. Poseidon was a very
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for cremation. They also uncovered a series of nineteen coffin edges containing sand bodies and objects. Many of the objects buried with the bodies were weapons such as swords‚ spears‚ and shields suggesting a male‚ and others contained brooches and bead jewelry‚ suggesting a female. One grave had “a male with sword spear‚ shield boss and decorative shield-mounts.” (Archaeology‚ 1) Because of the
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He could not believe how clear the water was on these magnificent lands. Mac also noticed that the land was abundantly filled with fruit and trees. He started to unpack his things when he seen a wild hog right in front of him. So he pulled out a spear and threw it. He now knew he had some fresh meat for
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A Character Analysis of David and Goliath When studying any piece of literature there are many different methods and techniques that can be used. The Bible‚ in specific‚ is often referred to as a source of moral code‚ hope‚ and answers to social‚ ethical‚ and political questions. However‚ this incredibly influential book can also be read as if it were any other novel. The events‚ settings‚ and characters can all be evaluated for what they are‚ forgetting the notion that they are from a religious
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Imagine trying to overpower an army of soldiers‚ or hoplites‚ that covers about ten football fields. Imagine the fear you would experience as they rushed at you with their sharp bronze spears. Sparta had one of the most powerful armies of their time and conquered miles upon miles of land with their legions of Spartans. No civilization could surpass the greatness of the Spartan army or navy. They were hopeless against the relentless city-state that was a huge army base. Sparta was one of the most
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The Evil and Darkness Within all Humans “There isn’t anyone to help you. Only me. And I’m the Beast. . . . Fancy thinking the Beast was something you could hunt and kill! . . . You knew‚ didn’t you? I’m part of you? Close‚ close‚ close! I’m the reason why it’s no go? Why things are the way they are?” (158). This quote shows Simons’ knowledge about the reality of the ‘beast’. It shows how the beast is only a fragment of their imagination‚ and it reveals that the only beast living on the island
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England’s pleasant pastures seen? And did the Countenance Divine Shine forth upon our clouded hills? And was Jerusalem builded here Among these dark satanic mills? Bring me my bow of burning gold! Bring me my arrows of desire! Bring me my spear! O clouds‚ unfold! Bring me my chariot of fire! I will not cease from mental fight‚ Nor shall my sword sleep in my hand‚ Till we have built Jerusalem In England’s green and pleasant land. The poem by William Blake that is generally known as
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Zeus‚ the chief god. Athena was Zeus’s favorite child. He entrusted her with the Aegis‚ his breastplate‚ and with his thunderbolt. Athena’s role as a goddess varied. She was a major warrior and most images depict her dressed in armor and holding a spear. In Homer’s Iliad‚ she is described as a fierce battle goddess who continually intervened on the side of the Greeks. She also took an interest in handicrafts and agriculture. The olive tree‚ which she said to have created‚ is sacred to her. She
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Healing the World through Literature Literature has influenced our lives in many ways. One is the way we perceive the events around us. The media have always been telling and informing the public about wars. Instead of informing us about how we can heal the world‚ all we hear is whose fault it was as soon as a war breaks out. The question here is: How can literature help to heal the world in terms of war and peace? This is important because there are so many wars in the world and instead of fighting
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