Rival Praises

Author : Celia Campbell
Publisher : University of Wisconsin Pres
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2024
Category : History
ISBN : 9780299348748

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Rival Praises by Celia Campbell Pdf

The Metamorphoses, written by the Roman poet Ovid, has fascinated readers ever since it was written in the first century CE, and here Celia M. Campbell offers a bold new interpretive approach. Reasserting the significance of the ancient hymnic tradition, she argues that the first pentad of Ovid's Metamorphoses draws a programmatic strain of influence from hymns to the gods, in particular conversation--and competition--with the work of the Alexandrian poet Callimachus, a favored source of inspiration to Augustan writers. She suggests that Ovid read Callimachus' six hymns as a self-conscious set--and reading the first five books of the Metamorphoses through Callimachus' hymnic collection allows us to pierce the occasionally opaque and seemingly idiosyncratic mythology Ovid constructs. Through careful, innovative close readings, Campbell illustrates that Callimachus and the hymnic tradition provide a kind of interpretative key to unlocking the dynamic landscape of divine power in Ovid's poetic cosmos.

Author : Christopher Metcalf
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-30
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780191034978

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The Gods Rich in Praise by Christopher Metcalf Pdf

Many scholars today believe that early Greek literature, as represented by the great poems of Homer and Hesiod, was to some extent inspired by texts from the neighbouring civilizations of the ancient Near East, especially Mesopotamia. It is true that, in the case of religious poetry, early Greek poets sang about their gods in ways that resemble those of Sumerian or Akkadian hymns from Mesopotamia, but does this mean that the latter influenced the former, and if so, how? This volume is the first to attempt an answer to these questions by undertaking a detailed study of the ancient texts in their original languages, from Sumerian poetry in the 20th century BC to Greek sources from the times of Homer, Hesiod, Pindar, and Aeschylus. The Gods Rich in Praise presents the core groups of sources from the ancient Near East, describing the main features of style and content of Sumerian and Akkadian religious poetry, and showing how certain compositions were translated and adapted beyond Mesopotamia. It proceeds by comparing selected elements of form and content: hymnic openings, negative predication, the birth of Aphrodite in the Theogony of Hesiod, and the origins and development of a phrase in Hittite prayers and the Iliad of Homer. The volume concludes that, in terms of form and style, early Greek religious poetry was probably not indebted to ancient Near Eastern models, but also argues that such influence may nevertheless be perceived in certain closely defined instances, particularly where supplementary evidence from other ancient sources is available, and where the extant sources permit a reconstruction of the process of translation and adaptation.

Author : Richard Harris
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1881
Category : Cross-examination
ISBN : OXFORD:N11219425

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Hints on Advocacy by Richard Harris Pdf

Author : Manchester Athenaeum (Manchester, England)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1888
Category : Electronic
ISBN : MINN:319510021229727

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Addresses, 1835-1885, Also, Report of Proceedings of the Meeting of the Members in Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Institution, October 28th, 1885 by Manchester Athenaeum (Manchester, England) Pdf

Author : Charles Dickens
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1873
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NLS:V001483725

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The Works of Charles Dickens. With Illustrations by Charles Dickens Pdf

Author : Anthony Hope
Publisher : Jazzybee Verlag
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1893
Category : Fiction
ISBN : UIUC:30112046432511

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Half a Hero by Anthony Hope Pdf

Anthony Hope's novel, "Half a Hero," is a study of political and social life in the English colony of New Lindsey, which may possibly be New Zealand. The half hero is one Medland, leader of the radicals, who by a coalition comes into power as premier. He had been a common laborer, had risen by integrity and energy, and although unpolished of manners shows qualities that make the true man. The humor of the situation arises from the necessity forced upon the snobbish family of the titled governor to receive him and his daughter on terms of social equality. Later on it appears that there has been something "irregular" about Medland's marriage, but when disgrace is threatened and he has the chance to silence his enemies by a skilful distribution of spoils he refuses to submit and dares political death and social obloquy rather than sacrifice his manliness. The end of the story is tragic.

Author : Architectural, Archaelogical and Historic Society for the County, City and Neighborhood of Chester
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 748 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1885
Category : Cheshire (England)
ISBN : MSU:31293027114960

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Journal by Architectural, Archaelogical and Historic Society for the County, City and Neighborhood of Chester Pdf

Author : Jeffrey P. Greenman,George R. Sumner
Publisher : Clements Publishing Group
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Music
ISBN : 1894667484

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Unwearied Praises by Jeffrey P. Greenman,George R. Sumner Pdf

Since the earliest beginnings of the Christian Church, believers have gathered to worship God--Father, Son and Holy Spirit. They have expressed their faith by singing "psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in their hearts to God" (Colossians 3:16). One of the best ways to learn about and enter into what Christians believe is to sing the classic, well-known, deeply-loved hymns of our tradition. In Unwearied Praises, readers are invited to reflect upon the experience of classic hymns as a doorway into the historic beliefs and spiritual insights that have defined Christianity for centuries. Each chapter includes Scripture references and questions for reflection, making this an excellent resource for a small group study or personal enrichment. "The current rediscovery of hymnology for worship will be greatly enhanced by this theologically astute yet highly practical volume of classic hymns. I hope, for the sake of the church's spiritual health, Unwearied Praises, will receive a wide readership." -Robert E. Webber, Author of Ancient-Future Faith and Blended Worship Jeffrey P. Greenman (Ph.D., Virginia) occupies the R.J. Bernardo Family Chair of Leadership at Tyndale Seminary in Toronto. George R. Sumner (Ph.D., Yale) is Principal and the Helliwell Professor of Missions at Wycliffe College, Toronto School of Theology, University of Toronto.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1893
Category : American fiction
ISBN : NYPL:33433076065048

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Her Heart was True: a Story of the Peninsular War Founded on Fact by Anonim Pdf

Author : Maria Georgiana Fetherstonhaugh (Hon. Mrs.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1878
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NLS:V001480627

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Kingsdene. A Novel by Maria Georgiana Fetherstonhaugh (Hon. Mrs.) Pdf

Author : James Anthony Froude,John Tulloch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 794 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1843
Category : Authors
ISBN : UIUC:30112118704540

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Fraser's Magazine for Town and Country by James Anthony Froude,John Tulloch Pdf

Contains the first printing of Sartor resartus, as well as other works by Thomas Carlyle.

Author : Nicholas Maxwell
Publisher : McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-24
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780773549050

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In Praise of Natural Philosophy by Nicholas Maxwell Pdf

In Praise of Natural Philosophy argues for a transformation of both science and philosophy, so that these two distinct domains of thought become one: natural philosophy. This in turn has far-reaching consequences for the whole academic enterprise. It transpires that universities need to be reorganized so that they become devoted to seeking and promoting wisdom by rational means – as opposed to just acquiring knowledge. Modern science began as natural philosophy. What today we call science and philosophy, in Newton's time formed one integrated enterprise: to improve our knowledge and understanding of the universe. Profound discoveries were made. And then natural philosophy died. It split into science and philosophy. But the two fragments are defective shadows of the glorious unified endeavour of natural philosophy. Rigour, sheer intellectual good sense, and decisive argument demand that we put the two together again, and rediscover the immense merits of the integrated enterprise of natural philosophy. This requires an intellectual revolution, with profound consequences for how we understand the universe, do both science and philosophy, and tackle global problems. A comprehensive addition to discussions about the purposes of academia, In Praise of Natural Philosophy has dramatic implications for the fate of our world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 728 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1897
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105126957492

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The Westminster Review by Anonim Pdf

Author : Israel Scheffler
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010-07-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781136955600

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In Praise of the Cognitive Emotions (Routledge Revivals) by Israel Scheffler Pdf

First published in 1991, In Praise of Cognitive Emotions comprises fourteen of Scheffler's most recent essays – all of which challenge contemporary notions of education and rationality. While defending the ideal of rationality, he insists that rationality not be identified with a mental faculty or a mechanism of inference but taken rather as the capactity to grasp principles and purposes and to evaluate them in the light of relevant reasons. Examining a broad range of issues – from computers in school to math education, from metaphor to morality – these essays are unified by Scheffler's conviction of the primacy of critical thought in education. Scheffler is especially concerned to promote a broad interpretation of rationality to counteract the narrowing of vision accompanying the technological revolution now sweeping education. Addressing three specific areas of curriculum, the work offers a critique of computer applications to education, develops a notion of strategic rationality in understanding mathematical reasoning, and, contrary to prevalent notions of moral education, connects reason with care, thus emphasizing the intimate connection between emotion and reason and challenging the dominant perception of the two as oppositional.

Author : Anthony Hope
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1901
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UGA:32108004923077

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Half a Hero by Anthony Hope Pdf