The Judas Tree

“Ode to the Chameleon” by Yusef Komunyakaa utilizes metaphors and allusion to convey and enhance the meaning of his poem. A common subject among his poems is what it was like to be an african-american man fighting alongside white men in the Vietnam War. A very powerful metaphor used in lines 3 - 5 is, “You are a glimpse/of a rainbow, your eyes an iota/of amber” (Komunyakaa 3-5). Komunyakaa is comparing a chameleon to a faint rainbow or a small amount of amber, both of which are fairly special. Prior

"The Passion of the Christ" by Mel Gibson, recounts the last twelve hours of the life of Jesus of Nazareth, portraying his arrest, trial, crucifixion and death. One of the most anticipated and popular religious movies in modern society, it therefore becomes susceptible to criticism. Although the film is based upon the stories within the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, there are many exaggerations and non-biblical elements present in the movie. This is not unexpected, since it is

Adam. So, Adam would not be alone he gave him animals. Animals were not enough so then God created Eve from Adams rib. They both could eat of any tree except the one God had prohibited them to eat from. Then later in the fall a Serpent came and convinced Eve that is was okay to eat from the tree. Eve listened to the serpent and ate from the forbidden tree. Eve then convinced her husband to do the same. Then God cursed them sent them through pain. Point: God gave these two humans everything they needed

but his family does not mourn his death; if anything they rejoice that he is gone. Throughout the novel Kafka slips in Biblical allusion here and there such as the apple that is lodged into Gregor’s back, also the comparisons made between Grete and Judas, and Gregor’s sacrifice and the betrayal of his family. All these allusions help develop a deeper meaning and construct Gregor into a Christ like being. Probably the most noticeable biblical allusion Kafka uses in The Metamorphosis is the apple that

I think the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar” gained much attention because it appealed to youth, but appalled the older generation because of its rock theme and interpretations. After all, some believed the theme went against the grain of the church (Bible) and how people viewed it. The brilliance in this opera was to tell the story of Jesus Christ using “rock” music to tell the complete story of Jesus Christ from beginning to end by providing a synopsis of the story as was told in the Bible

The medieval Islamic attitude towards Christianity varied quite considerably; often Christians would be considered as either ‘People of the Book’, or as heretics. There was a common belief among Muslims that, while Muslims tolerated Christians and accepted them, Christians had a tendency to pre-condemn Muslims. On the other hand, although Christians did undeniably attempt to convert Muhammad, and many other Muslims, to Christianity, as well as refer to them repeatedly as pagans within their literature

forbids them to eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. But temptation has come in Adam and Eve’s path, which lead to Eve giving into that sin in which eventually has lead Adam doing the same thing for she decided to have Adam eat the fruit as well. “You will not certainly die,” the serpent said to the woman. “For God knows that when you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing

Biblical themes of temptation into the character of Edmund. However, Edmund's character is allegorical to the Biblical character of Judas, the betrayer. Edmund betrays his siblings and the Beavers by going to seek the White Witch. All he could think about were his earthly desires and wants—Turkish Delight, and the thought of being a prince. Comparing a mere child to Judas, however, is a very serious allegory for a children's novel. So, Lewis creates the idea of the Witch giving Edmund enchanted Turkish

Many modern media including movies, television shows, and music have themes that are rooted in Christianity. About a third of the world is Christian so many people are familiar with the basic themes and stories. These themes are used to help the audience both relate and connect to the piece. By presenting the same story in a modern and interesting way, the creator grabs the audience’s attention which increases sales. The public enjoys this sense of familiarity because they are not learning something

“A myth is a way of making sense in a senseless world. Myths are narrative patterns that give significance to our existence.” ― Rollo May Fiction has always been used as a way to relay different types of messages throughout time. In many cases authors use fiction to make political commentary, use stories to bring out the major flaws that society has, as well as a way to spread different types of beliefs or ideals. C.S. Lewis’s used his work, “The Chronicles of Narnia”, to reiterate the messages