Hymn to Helios: Titan of the Sun

In Chaim Potok’s book, The Chosen, blindness is a recurring theme. Although there are some instances of physical blindness, such as Billy in the hospital, most of the situations in this book are of the figurative sense. In these circumstances, the person has good physical vision, however, due to their previous experiences, they are not able to see the true situation.

In Rig Veda, Hymn is created for worship other gods in heaven by “the fire of the sacrificial alter” (Doniger, 1). In the Hymn, it is indicated that Agni is one of the god whose task is “to carry the burned sacrifice upward to heaven where the other gods would receive it” (1). Hymn to Purusha listed “that the universe, and human society came about as a result of the sacrifice of Purusha” (4). According to Hymn to Purusha, Purusha has many heads, hands and feet. Yet, Purusha is God of eternal life (4). As we see that Purusha became the God of the universe, he controlled life and death on the earth. Everything in the heaven and on earth is created by him and in him (4). This confirms that Purusha created the universe. Some of the parts

The artwork Blinded by the Light (1991) by Yasumasa Morimura is an appropriation of Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s The Blind Leading the Blind (1568) (Israel, 2005). Morimura has appropriated paintings and photographs throughout the ages, though The Blind Leading the Blind is the earliest dated work that Morimura has appropriated (Marsh, Watts, & Maylon, 1999). Morimura super-imposes a composite self-portrait on top of Bruegel’s painting, successfully changing the meaning of the piece. The different historical contexts of the two pieces in conjunction with appropriation allow the accumulation of ideas to present two separate meanings pertinent to the ideals of the times. Morimura’s simultaneous use of the historical and religious aspects of The

One of the best known of the official military songs is the Marine Corps Hymn. And yet, no one knows who made it or exactly how old it is. Legend has it that it dates back to the Mexican-American War (1846-1848). It wasn’t officially copyrighted until 1917 when W.E. Christian published it in the book “Rhymes of Rookies” (Gutenberg.org). Even though we don’t know its exact origin, we do know what the song stands for and what it means. The hymn praises the idealism of the Marine Corps and also looks back on historic moments Marines have dealt with and overcome.

The legends of ancient Roman say, Janus opens the door in the morning, and let the sun shine on the earth.

Most people depend on their sight to guide their path, but what if they lose their sense of sight? What would they do? Emily Dickinson’s vision grew poorer and poorer as she aged due to writing poems in the dim light of the night. She wrote two poems related to sight, but there was a much deeper meaning to the both of them. Sometimes people with the ability of sight are blinded as to someone who is blind can see clearly. People can not always depend on their eyes to lead their path in life.They have to open their soul to lead the way.

“Hello” I shout. “Anybody there” I yell into the darkness. My voice echoes far into the darkness of the world beyond. I don’t know where I am, and I don’t know who I am. Each day I sit here calling out into the dark hoping to see the light. I am trapped. I travel each and every hour searching for light or a means to escape this perilous abyss. I wait for the light to reappear each day, small slivers of light at first. But, eventually the bright gleaming rays of light pierce the abyss.

1776 was the year that our founding fathers declared that the thirteen colonies are one, under the new country of United States of America. After defeating the British during the War for Independence, the American people were thrilled with the fact that they are free from British chains and are able to become a leading nation. However they did not expect to be involved in another conflict that will be known as the War of 1812. At first the American people wanted to stay clear away from the conflict for economic reason, but that all changed once British decided to evoke the American people by tempering with their ships, cargo, sailors, and peace back home. The War of 1812 or “America’s Second War for Independence” was not based solely on materialist

Though traces of darkness remain, a bright new day has just begun. I am ready to enter its awaiting

“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” (Helen Keller, n.d.)

With amazing physical strength, I stand noticeably tall and strongly built. Due to my ability to bend, destroy, and create light, my hands are larger than an average human’s. The letter P, seen on the chest plate of my uniform, not only stands for my name, but represents peace and prosperity- values I strives for. The Sun, the source of visible light and catalyst of my light powers, symbolizes a vital source of life and the values intertwined. As a model for the rest of the world, I prioritizes truth, compassion, and family- all vital to sustaining a quality life. Not all participated in the welcome home party for me, deemed the “miracle astronaut”. Critics across the globe have stalked and hovered over the me, analyzing and critiquing every move of my career. Externally, I have many enemies that include the critics and the underlying, immoral villains of the world. Fighting against unlawful and unjust people, I battle criminals of all degrees and the evilness inside some of humanity. Internally, the eight fellow astronauts that were killed on the mission lurk in the shadows of my mind, presenting a challenge and conflict. Despite this, the majority of the globe adores the optimism and truth of myself and my powers, exemplified through my quotes, “The goodness in the world can only overcome evil through the power of all.” In addition, I have made a number of public speeches that include positive sayings of, “Absolute truth has yet to be matched in value and power” and “If a soul lacks compassion, it lacks true

​ Life in the Middle Ages revolved around the Church, which was the Roman Catholic. So, we can imagine early music was pretty much from church. Every morning at 9 o’clock was Mass, a significant ceremony done to commemorate the Last Supper. At this church service, the music was the Gregorian Chant. The Gregorian chant is performed in the Latin language, unison voice and accompanied by no instruments which was believed that the text of the song which carried the divine message from God was more important. The music was just to help you get to a spiritual place (Wright, 4-1a).

Lowell high school students visited locations throughout Lowell National Historical Park in early June, filming segments of the “Children’s Earth Anthem” to be edited into a video, featuring the park and city for a music video. Dr. Sharon Clark, director of the music program for Lowell public schools was able to coordinate with the Lowell High School choir during the last weeks of the school year on this special, nationwide project.

Gustav Holst (1874-1934) was an English composer well known for his orchestral suite The Planets. Holst began his trip into the musical world as a young pianist. His father, Adolph Holst, was a skilled pianist who wanted Gustav to succeed at playing as he did. Gustav, however, was impaired by neuritis making it difficult to play for long hours. As Gustav aged he began trying to compose music instead. Gustav failed to gain scholarships to any colleges and his father, after hearing one of Gustav’s small town operettas, borrowed money to pay for his college. Gustav’s influences were pieces such as Wagner’s Götterdämmerung and Tristan and

My thoughts are just consisting of light, a mixture of yellow and white but so pure and I don’t see no evil whatsoever; not consisting of any bad thing which I am grateful about. I see myself, and only me in a land and something is puffing me up and by that I see such tiny stars or crystals coming right at me putting forth unlimited joy and grace into me which will enable me to be happy and giggly no matter how crazy and maddening a situation will be.