Articles related to "Oral Tradition"
Devil on the Cross
Written on toilet paper while its author was detained in prison, Devil on the Cross is a searing indictment of Kenyan politics and society.
devil on the cross • ngugi wa thiong'o • african literature • kenyan literature • ngugi's devil on the cross
Written on toilet paper while its author was detained in prison, Devil on the Cross is a searing indictment of Kenyan politics and society.
devil on the cross • ngugi wa thiong'o • african literature • kenyan literature • ngugi's devil on the cross
Cinderella
The fairytale of Cinderella has been with us for a very long time, and still is. With Disney's new release, why this tale so captivates us.
cinderella • cinderella origin of • charles perrault • the glass slipper • cinderella in oral tradition
The fairytale of Cinderella has been with us for a very long time, and still is. With Disney's new release, why this tale so captivates us.
cinderella • cinderella origin of • charles perrault • the glass slipper • cinderella in oral tradition
Folklore One - Anthropology Zero
Perhaps the title should be Folklore Won but that would be pushing my luck a bit. There is a saying to the effect that something believed is something. Something known is so what. This tale should be of concern to specialists in the humanities who were trained to deal with the arcane; it is people that they seem to have difficulty understanding even though anthropology by its root is supposed to be about finding out more about people. This is especially relevant when dealing with oral history that dates back a millenium as if it were yesterday.
kon tiki • peru • inca • before the inca • callao
Perhaps the title should be Folklore Won but that would be pushing my luck a bit. There is a saying to the effect that something believed is something. Something known is so what. This tale should be of concern to specialists in the humanities who were trained to deal with the arcane; it is people that they seem to have difficulty understanding even though anthropology by its root is supposed to be about finding out more about people. This is especially relevant when dealing with oral history that dates back a millenium as if it were yesterday.
kon tiki • peru • inca • before the inca • callao
Galdr
Little exists historically as to Runic application and oral magical tradition. Here's a basic understanding of what Galdr is and how to actively apply its prnciples.
galdr • calling the runes • runic oral traditions • how to sing the runes • runes
Little exists historically as to Runic application and oral magical tradition. Here's a basic understanding of what Galdr is and how to actively apply its prnciples.
galdr • calling the runes • runic oral traditions • how to sing the runes • runes
How Bear Lost His Tail
Long ago, bear trusted Fox to help him catch a meal of fish. But Fox tricked bear. Find out what happened in this delightful tale of native folklore.
history for children • native history • native oral traditions • native traditions • storytelling
Long ago, bear trusted Fox to help him catch a meal of fish. But Fox tricked bear. Find out what happened in this delightful tale of native folklore.
history for children • native history • native oral traditions • native traditions • storytelling
1. The Controversy
Part one of the scriptural support for confessional Lutheran positions on Scripture.
lutheran • confessional • conservative • liberal • historical
Part one of the scriptural support for confessional Lutheran positions on Scripture.
lutheran • confessional • conservative • liberal • historical
Trickster Mythology
While their stories may differ with each tribe, the two most prominent tricksters are the coyote and the raven.
trickster native american mythology • trickster symbols • trickster stories • raven ancient world • coyote ancient world
While their stories may differ with each tribe, the two most prominent tricksters are the coyote and the raven.
trickster native american mythology • trickster symbols • trickster stories • raven ancient world • coyote ancient world
A Brief History of Yoga
A brief history of yoga before it came to North America for beginner yoga students.
yoga history • brief history of yoga • history of yoga • rig veda • vedas
A brief history of yoga before it came to North America for beginner yoga students.
yoga history • brief history of yoga • history of yoga • rig veda • vedas
Around the Campfire
Have you ever been on a camping trip and listened to ghost stories around a campfire? If so, you have a good idea of how entertaining oral traditions were to the Natives of North America.
indians • natives • storytelling • oral traditions • stories
Have you ever been on a camping trip and listened to ghost stories around a campfire? If so, you have a good idea of how entertaining oral traditions were to the Natives of North America.
indians • natives • storytelling • oral traditions • stories
Black Nativity by Langston Hughes
Celebrate with gospel, dance, poetry and more in Langston Hughes' traditional Christmas play and read about its 1960s controversy.
langston hughes • black nativity • playwright • poet • novelist
Celebrate with gospel, dance, poetry and more in Langston Hughes' traditional Christmas play and read about its 1960s controversy.
langston hughes • black nativity • playwright • poet • novelist
Ezra Pound - Lone Ant from the Broken Anthill
The poet Ezra Pound, was a significant force in returning poetry to a more natural voice. His influence on poets in the 20th century is incalcuable. But what of the ideas? Pound was arrested for treason and spent thirteen years incarcerated in a mental institution. Billy Marshall Stoneking talks about why.
ezra pound • modern poetry • sixteen words for water • billy marshall stoneking • american poetry
The poet Ezra Pound, was a significant force in returning poetry to a more natural voice. His influence on poets in the 20th century is incalcuable. But what of the ideas? Pound was arrested for treason and spent thirteen years incarcerated in a mental institution. Billy Marshall Stoneking talks about why.
ezra pound • modern poetry • sixteen words for water • billy marshall stoneking • american poetry
High-Tech Kon-Tiki
In 1947, Thor Heyerdahl and a small crew spent 101 days on a balsa raft and sailed approximately 4,000 miles to a remote island in the Tuamotus, part of French Polynesia.
thor heyerdahl • kon-tiki museum • tahiti • pacific ocean • balsa
In 1947, Thor Heyerdahl and a small crew spent 101 days on a balsa raft and sailed approximately 4,000 miles to a remote island in the Tuamotus, part of French Polynesia.
thor heyerdahl • kon-tiki museum • tahiti • pacific ocean • balsa
Origins of Two Christmas Spirituals
America's contribution to the Christmas season's repertoire of carols includes two heartfelt spirituals whose authors remain unknown.
history of go tell it on the mountain • american christmas spirituals • history of i wonder as i wander • fiske jubilee singers • african american spirituals
America's contribution to the Christmas season's repertoire of carols includes two heartfelt spirituals whose authors remain unknown.
history of go tell it on the mountain • american christmas spirituals • history of i wonder as i wander • fiske jubilee singers • african american spirituals
The Fascinating Faroes
The Faroes are a collection of eighteen islands in the North Atlantic mid way between Shetland and Iceland. In 1948 they gained their independence from Denmark.
the faroes are a collection of eighteen islands in • shetland and iceland • denmark • capital tórshavn • old historic district
The Faroes are a collection of eighteen islands in the North Atlantic mid way between Shetland and Iceland. In 1948 they gained their independence from Denmark.
the faroes are a collection of eighteen islands in • shetland and iceland • denmark • capital tórshavn • old historic district
Welcome to the Cruz
Billy Marshall Stoneking's quest for meaning - this time in Santa Cruz, California - continues the on-going saga in the series, <I>Musings of a Performance Poet</I>.
billy • marshall • stoneking • mexico • san
Billy Marshall Stoneking's quest for meaning - this time in Santa Cruz, California - continues the on-going saga in the series, <I>Musings of a Performance Poet</I>.
billy • marshall • stoneking • mexico • san
Greek Myths for Children
Usborne's Greek Myths is one in a series of miniature editions. It is a useful introduction into Greek mythology for young children, both at home and in schools.
greek myths • greeks myths for children • myths and legends • teaching myths and legends • teacher resources for literacy
Usborne's Greek Myths is one in a series of miniature editions. It is a useful introduction into Greek mythology for young children, both at home and in schools.
greek myths • greeks myths for children • myths and legends • teaching myths and legends • teacher resources for literacy
Kalakuyuwish
The totem pole is one of the most recognizable symbols of Native American life, even though it was only a facet of one geographic region.
totem pole • orgins of • religious significance • kwakiutl • wakiash
The totem pole is one of the most recognizable symbols of Native American life, even though it was only a facet of one geographic region.
totem pole • orgins of • religious significance • kwakiutl • wakiash
What is Hadith?
Hadith is a body of literature developed roughly 200 years after Prophet Muhammad's death (632 A.D.) that accordingly reports his actions and sayings.
islamic traditions • hadith • sahih • transmitters of hadith • quran and hadith
Hadith is a body of literature developed roughly 200 years after Prophet Muhammad's death (632 A.D.) that accordingly reports his actions and sayings.
islamic traditions • hadith • sahih • transmitters of hadith • quran and hadith
Did Matthew Write Q?
The vast majority of biblical scholars agree that Matthew, Mark, and Luke are interrelated - and that their authors used common sources. Who wrote those sources?
jesus • apostles • matthew • mark • luke
The vast majority of biblical scholars agree that Matthew, Mark, and Luke are interrelated - and that their authors used common sources. Who wrote those sources?
jesus • apostles • matthew • mark • luke
Fables – Origins and Archetypes
Fables are the timeless portrait of ourselves and a reflection of a world that can never be. Witty and comedic, they embody everything human and universal.
archetypes and origins of fables • definition of fables • origins of fables • archetypes in fables • fables impact on western literature
Fables are the timeless portrait of ourselves and a reflection of a world that can never be. Witty and comedic, they embody everything human and universal.
archetypes and origins of fables • definition of fables • origins of fables • archetypes in fables • fables impact on western literature
Who Are You?
What do you know about your family history?
family history • history of genealogy • genealogy
What do you know about your family history?
family history • history of genealogy • genealogy
Yeats on The Upanishads
W.B. Yeats teamed with Swami Shree Purohit to release an English translation of the ancient Indian epics, The Upanishads. This book, "The Ten Principle Upanishads," focuses on the major Upanishads of the epic, and through Yeats' translation, Westerners can more easily understand the wisdom of the East.
w.b. yeats • yoga • india • epics • upanishads
W.B. Yeats teamed with Swami Shree Purohit to release an English translation of the ancient Indian epics, The Upanishads. This book, "The Ten Principle Upanishads," focuses on the major Upanishads of the epic, and through Yeats' translation, Westerners can more easily understand the wisdom of the East.
w.b. yeats • yoga • india • epics • upanishads
A Short Historical Genealogical Background for Native Americans
In order to find your Native American ancestors you first have to learn some history. This short article will walk you through the first steps on your wonderful journey.
native american genealogy • native american • american indian
In order to find your Native American ancestors you first have to learn some history. This short article will walk you through the first steps on your wonderful journey.
native american genealogy • native american • american indian
Luxembourg Indigenousness
The indigenous Trevisi of Luxembourg were colonised by Rome 2000 years ago. Can their culturally unique descendants be described as indigenous today?
luxembourg culture • european indigenous • european mythology • celtic tribe • letzebuergesch language
The indigenous Trevisi of Luxembourg were colonised by Rome 2000 years ago. Can their culturally unique descendants be described as indigenous today?
luxembourg culture • european indigenous • european mythology • celtic tribe • letzebuergesch language
Massage History - Women Healers
A glimpse of massage practices from around the world shows how women played a very big role in the historical development and utilization of massage.
massage history • women healers • history of massage • massage • pregnancy massage
A glimpse of massage practices from around the world shows how women played a very big role in the historical development and utilization of massage.
massage history • women healers • history of massage • massage • pregnancy massage
No Eyewitnesses: A Historical Difficulty
No eyewitness accounts of Arthur's exploits are available. That's why it's so difficult to find the historical truth.
ancient british history • archaeology of britain • king arthur • primary sources • secondary sources
No eyewitness accounts of Arthur's exploits are available. That's why it's so difficult to find the historical truth.
ancient british history • archaeology of britain • king arthur • primary sources • secondary sources
Paul and the Deity of Jesus
The deity of Jesus is a central tenet of the New Testament. Was Jesus really the Son of God? According to the Apostle Paul, the answer is clearly YES.
deity of jesus • the deity of jesus christ • was jesus really the son of god • jesus god worship • jesus christ deity
The deity of Jesus is a central tenet of the New Testament. Was Jesus really the Son of God? According to the Apostle Paul, the answer is clearly YES.
deity of jesus • the deity of jesus christ • was jesus really the son of god • jesus god worship • jesus christ deity
The Druids
No group in British history is more shrouded in mystery than the druids. The Greek and Latin sources that discuss them leave more questions than answers.
druids • druidic • druidic lore • celts • celtic religion
No group in British history is more shrouded in mystery than the druids. The Greek and Latin sources that discuss them leave more questions than answers.
druids • druidic • druidic lore • celts • celtic religion
The Legitimacy of Online Journals
In the ever expanding world of cyberspace, what do online journals have to offer the writer seeking alternative outlets for their writing?
online publishing • online journals • awp conference • cyber space • print costs
In the ever expanding world of cyberspace, what do online journals have to offer the writer seeking alternative outlets for their writing?
online publishing • online journals • awp conference • cyber space • print costs
Art of the Cyclades
The prehistoric Cycladic culture made distinctive and strange yet elegant statues of an almost extraterrestrial appearance.
cycladic art • white marble statuette • cycladic figurine • harp player • female idol figurine
The prehistoric Cycladic culture made distinctive and strange yet elegant statues of an almost extraterrestrial appearance.
cycladic art • white marble statuette • cycladic figurine • harp player • female idol figurine
Asatru - Northern European Reconstructionism
Many modern heathens claim Asatru as their religion. This reconstructed faith is growing in popularity mainly among Neo-Pagans.
asatru religion • heathen spirituality • asatru deities • asatru rituals • blots and sumbels
Many modern heathens claim Asatru as their religion. This reconstructed faith is growing in popularity mainly among Neo-Pagans.
asatru religion • heathen spirituality • asatru deities • asatru rituals • blots and sumbels
Children's Authors Speak About Reading
Attending a conference is one of the best ways to gain new insights. The International Reading Association attracts teachers, parents, and writers interested in literacy.
"ira author presentations" • "engaging young readers" • "power of the author" • "books as windows and mirrors" • "oral reading"
Attending a conference is one of the best ways to gain new insights. The International Reading Association attracts teachers, parents, and writers interested in literacy.
"ira author presentations" • "engaging young readers" • "power of the author" • "books as windows and mirrors" • "oral reading"
Dance and Native Life
Through the medium of dance, indigenous societies express their desires and hope to commune with the spirit world.
dance • among native tribes • in healing • for religious purposes • for hunting
Through the medium of dance, indigenous societies express their desires and hope to commune with the spirit world.
dance • among native tribes • in healing • for religious purposes • for hunting
Earth Diver
The Earth Diver creation story tells of animals who brought land to the ancient world
earth diver • creation stories • native american • animal spirits • council of animals
The Earth Diver creation story tells of animals who brought land to the ancient world
earth diver • creation stories • native american • animal spirits • council of animals
Ethnic Identity and Religion on the Upper Slave Coast
The Anlo-Ewe of modern-day Ghana exemplify the link between religion and ethnic identity.
ghana • upper slave coast • anlo • anlo-ewe • amlade
The Anlo-Ewe of modern-day Ghana exemplify the link between religion and ethnic identity.
ghana • upper slave coast • anlo • anlo-ewe • amlade
Extraterrestrial Contact in Shamanic Traditions
Extraterrestrial contact with humans is evident in the lores and spiritual systems of Native Shamanic Traditions.
extraterrestrial contact • native shamanic traditions • dogons • zulu tribes • star nations conference
Extraterrestrial contact with humans is evident in the lores and spiritual systems of Native Shamanic Traditions.
extraterrestrial contact • native shamanic traditions • dogons • zulu tribes • star nations conference
Faith and Reason
Reason versus faith. Can an intelligent person believe in God today or has science replaced God? Is it possible to be a person of both reason and faith?
faith and reason • on faith and reason • faith versus reason • faith vs. reason • how to believe in god in the 21st century
Reason versus faith. Can an intelligent person believe in God today or has science replaced God? Is it possible to be a person of both reason and faith?
faith and reason • on faith and reason • faith versus reason • faith vs. reason • how to believe in god in the 21st century
Hansel and Gretel
Hansel and Gretel is one of the classic fairy tales of youth; one that has stood both the test of time and of popularity. Where did it come from?
hansel and gretel • the fairy tale hansel and gretel • the brothers grimm • the grimm brothers • the grimm brothers' hansel and gretel
Hansel and Gretel is one of the classic fairy tales of youth; one that has stood both the test of time and of popularity. Where did it come from?
hansel and gretel • the fairy tale hansel and gretel • the brothers grimm • the grimm brothers • the grimm brothers' hansel and gretel
Hey Diddle, Diddle
There are many theories about the meaning of the rhyme Hey Diddle, Diddle. One of the most popular explanations for the cat and the fiddle pertains to Queen Elizabeth I.
nursery rhymes • hey diddle diddle • elizabeth i • robert dudley • tower of london
There are many theories about the meaning of the rhyme Hey Diddle, Diddle. One of the most popular explanations for the cat and the fiddle pertains to Queen Elizabeth I.
nursery rhymes • hey diddle diddle • elizabeth i • robert dudley • tower of london
Hill Tribes in Thailand
There are approximately 550,000 people in Thailand's Hill Tribes, but of the 20 or so tribes, the dominant ones are quite distinctive.
thailand's hill tribes • akha hmong lahu lisu karen mien paduang • hill tribes along the burmese border • colourful costumes of the hill tribes • red karen and black karen
There are approximately 550,000 people in Thailand's Hill Tribes, but of the 20 or so tribes, the dominant ones are quite distinctive.
thailand's hill tribes • akha hmong lahu lisu karen mien paduang • hill tribes along the burmese border • colourful costumes of the hill tribes • red karen and black karen
Human Migration and Colonisation
New Zealand is called the youngest country on earth because it was last to be colonised by humans at the extreme end of the land chain from the Old World, 800 years ago.
human migration and colonisation • new zealand • last land mass colonized by humans • youngest country on earth • old world
New Zealand is called the youngest country on earth because it was last to be colonised by humans at the extreme end of the land chain from the Old World, 800 years ago.
human migration and colonisation • new zealand • last land mass colonized by humans • youngest country on earth • old world
Medicine in the Middle Ages
Medicine in medieval times was an intriguing blend of superstition, tradition, plant-lore and knowledge passed down from the ancient Greeks and Romans.
medicine in the middle ages • healing the sick in medieval times • imbalance of humours theory in medieval medicine • bloodletting and surgery in the middle ages • the use of plants and herbs in medieval medicine
Medicine in medieval times was an intriguing blend of superstition, tradition, plant-lore and knowledge passed down from the ancient Greeks and Romans.
medicine in the middle ages • healing the sick in medieval times • imbalance of humours theory in medieval medicine • bloodletting and surgery in the middle ages • the use of plants and herbs in medieval medicine
Mel Gibson's Apocalypto
The article briefly explores the parable of the Hole in Man theory and the message and warning directed to Society.
mayan • eclipse • danger of knowledge • allegory • parable
The article briefly explores the parable of the Hole in Man theory and the message and warning directed to Society.
mayan • eclipse • danger of knowledge • allegory • parable
Native Herbalists
Native herbalists used a combination of natural science and spirituality to heal the members of their community.
herbalists • healing ceremonies • among native american tribes • healing herbs • natural remedies
Native herbalists used a combination of natural science and spirituality to heal the members of their community.
herbalists • healing ceremonies • among native american tribes • healing herbs • natural remedies
Pace-Egg Plays
An examination of the traditional spring festival drama of the Pace-Egg Plays and their revival in the North of England
pace egg heptonstall • pace-egg drama in the north of england • examination of traditional spring festival drama • indigenous and raucous part of easter festivities • fantastically dressed pace eggers
An examination of the traditional spring festival drama of the Pace-Egg Plays and their revival in the North of England
pace egg heptonstall • pace-egg drama in the north of england • examination of traditional spring festival drama • indigenous and raucous part of easter festivities • fantastically dressed pace eggers
Play It Again Pop
Explore the beginnings of popcorn. You may be surprised.
popcorn • indians • burial rites • imaginary kingdom prester john • popcorn demon
Explore the beginnings of popcorn. You may be surprised.
popcorn • indians • burial rites • imaginary kingdom prester john • popcorn demon
The Amazons
From Troy, Greece, Rome, Europe, and Africa, fighting Amazons intrigue us. What can history tell us about the legendary fierce woman warriors of the ancient past?
the amazons • ancient female warriors • legendary fierce woman warriors of the ancient pas • the amazons in ancient literature • archaeological evidence for the amazons
From Troy, Greece, Rome, Europe, and Africa, fighting Amazons intrigue us. What can history tell us about the legendary fierce woman warriors of the ancient past?
the amazons • ancient female warriors • legendary fierce woman warriors of the ancient pas • the amazons in ancient literature • archaeological evidence for the amazons
The Lost City of Atlantis
Ever since Greek philosopher Plato described the lost Atlantis in his works Timaeus and Critias, debate has raged as to whether it ever existed.
the lost city of atlantis • atlantis • location of atlantis • plato's atlantis • plato
Ever since Greek philosopher Plato described the lost Atlantis in his works Timaeus and Critias, debate has raged as to whether it ever existed.
the lost city of atlantis • atlantis • location of atlantis • plato's atlantis • plato
The Story Behind Snow White
Some folklorists and scholars believe that Snow White was based on the life of Margarete von Waldeck, the German mistress of a Spanish prince.
story behind snow white • story of snow white • grimm fairy tales • fairy tale stories • disney’s snow white and the seven dwarves
Some folklorists and scholars believe that Snow White was based on the life of Margarete von Waldeck, the German mistress of a Spanish prince.
story behind snow white • story of snow white • grimm fairy tales • fairy tale stories • disney’s snow white and the seven dwarves
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