Sarah Noble was a young girl who traveled through the wilderness with her father in 1707 as they searched for a new place to live. Sarah had to be brave as she went to new places and met new people, while also missing her family who remained back home.
The poem describes having a very bad hair day, with the speaker's hair looking unusually unkempt. In just a few lines, the speaker laments their bad hair day and wishes to convey that they do not always look as disheveled as they currently do due to their bad hair.
This document discusses the rise of the Japanese horror genre known as "ero guro nansensu" in the early 20th century. It traces the origins of this movement to works by author Edogawa Ranpo in the 1930s that combined eroticism, horror, and nonsense. Notable examples that pushed boundaries included depictions of the real-life murderer Abe Sada and themes of decadence and loss of humanity. The genre influenced later manga/anime works and artists who are known for vivid and disturbing imagery combining gore with occasional glimpses of humanity. Other authors like Tanizaki Junichiro and Kawabata Yasunari also incorporated erotic and bizarre elements in their works during this
- Yokai are supernatural spirits or demons in Japanese folklore that manifest in various strange or bizarre forms. Some examples described include kappa, nurarihyon, and nureonna.
- Stories of yokai serve to explain unusual phenomena and also teach lessons through figures like momonjii which parents use to scare misbehaving children.
- Many yokai were thought to possess powers over certain domains, like hyakume which protected shrines and dorotabo who haunted his old lands, and live on in modern Japan through celebrations and art depicting their forms.
This document provides an overview of the key aspects of Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan. It explains that Shinto is based on the worship of nature and ancestors. Central to Shinto are kami, which are spirits believed to inhabit natural phenomena. Shrines called jinja are places where kami are housed and rituals like purification ceremonies are performed. Amulets and talismans like ofuda provide protection. Festivals, weddings and rituals like sumo wrestling also have religious significance in Shinto. Respect for nature and ancestors are important tenets of the religion.
The document provides an overview of Japanese temples and shrines, describing their typical architectural features and purposes. It notes that temples are Buddhist sites for prayer and worship, while shrines are Shinto sites that may contain similar buildings. Key parts of temples discussed include main halls, pagodas, bell towers, and rock gardens. For shrines, the document outlines iconic torii gates, ema tablets, fortune papers, and the presence of foxes and lion-dogs as guardians. It concludes by comparing some differences between temples and shrines and explaining common prayer practices at both.
Sarah Noble was a young girl who traveled through the wilderness with her father in 1707 as they searched for a new place to live. Sarah had to be brave as she went to new places and met new people, while also missing her family who remained back home.
The poem describes having a very bad hair day, with the speaker's hair looking unusually unkempt. In just a few lines, the speaker laments their bad hair day and wishes to convey that they do not always look as disheveled as they currently do due to their bad hair.
This document discusses the rise of the Japanese horror genre known as "ero guro nansensu" in the early 20th century. It traces the origins of this movement to works by author Edogawa Ranpo in the 1930s that combined eroticism, horror, and nonsense. Notable examples that pushed boundaries included depictions of the real-life murderer Abe Sada and themes of decadence and loss of humanity. The genre influenced later manga/anime works and artists who are known for vivid and disturbing imagery combining gore with occasional glimpses of humanity. Other authors like Tanizaki Junichiro and Kawabata Yasunari also incorporated erotic and bizarre elements in their works during this
- Yokai are supernatural spirits or demons in Japanese folklore that manifest in various strange or bizarre forms. Some examples described include kappa, nurarihyon, and nureonna.
- Stories of yokai serve to explain unusual phenomena and also teach lessons through figures like momonjii which parents use to scare misbehaving children.
- Many yokai were thought to possess powers over certain domains, like hyakume which protected shrines and dorotabo who haunted his old lands, and live on in modern Japan through celebrations and art depicting their forms.
This document provides an overview of the key aspects of Shinto, the indigenous religion of Japan. It explains that Shinto is based on the worship of nature and ancestors. Central to Shinto are kami, which are spirits believed to inhabit natural phenomena. Shrines called jinja are places where kami are housed and rituals like purification ceremonies are performed. Amulets and talismans like ofuda provide protection. Festivals, weddings and rituals like sumo wrestling also have religious significance in Shinto. Respect for nature and ancestors are important tenets of the religion.
The document provides an overview of Japanese temples and shrines, describing their typical architectural features and purposes. It notes that temples are Buddhist sites for prayer and worship, while shrines are Shinto sites that may contain similar buildings. Key parts of temples discussed include main halls, pagodas, bell towers, and rock gardens. For shrines, the document outlines iconic torii gates, ema tablets, fortune papers, and the presence of foxes and lion-dogs as guardians. It concludes by comparing some differences between temples and shrines and explaining common prayer practices at both.
Have an incredibly fantastical holiday season and a wonderful 2017Steve Gillick
The document discusses various mythical creatures from Japanese folklore that are believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits. These include the Baku, which eats nightmares; dragons, considered harbingers of good luck; lion-dog statues called Shishi that greet visitors to temples and airports; Namahage ogres who visit homes during New Year celebrations; and guardians seen at temples and shrines. The document wishes the reader a happy holiday and new year, and encourages putting a Baku under the pillow on January 1st for good dreams.
Have an Incredible Holiday Season and a Fantastical 2017Steve Gillick
Dragons, Bakus, Shishis, Ogres, Guardian Spirits, the Namahage and more. They may scare you but they will also scare away bad spirits and let the good ones hang out with you for 2017 and beyond!
The document provides information about the Hungry Ghost Festival, an important Chinese festival celebrated during the seventh month of the lunar calendar. It discusses the history and origins of the festival in relation to Buddhism and Chinese folk religion. The festival is meant to appease ghosts and prevent spiritual attacks through ceremonies like burning incense and paper money offerings. People prepare food and hold ceremonies in streets, markets, and temples to worship hungry ghosts during this month.
The document provides information about the Hungry Ghost Festival, an important Chinese festival celebrated during the seventh month of the lunar calendar. It discusses the history and origins of the festival in relation to Buddhism and Chinese folk religion. The festival is meant to appease ghosts and prevent spiritual attacks through ceremonies like burning incense and paper money offerings. People prepare food and hold ceremonies at homes, streets, markets, and temples to worship and feed the hungry ghosts during this month.
1) Eagles symbolize maturity, strength of spirit, and the courage to take bold moves. Quails communicate danger and avoid harm through their senses and staying grounded. Foxes symbolize passion and acting with laser-like focus towards goals.
2) Deer symbolize gentleness, spiritual evolution, and patience. Butterflies emerge from their cocoons fully developed and ready to fly, reminding us to trust our own inner pace of growth. Owls represent unconventional methods for achieving goals.
3) Horses offer transcendent experiences of stability, honor, trust, intelligence and strength to find courage. Badgers symbolize survival, strong will, and a connection to the earth. Salmon represent diving deep for inner wisdom
Discussion Topic: Persian and Japanese Superstitions Parisa Mehran
The document discusses several Persian superstitions including sneezing meaning it's time to pause and consider things, an itchy right palm meaning incoming money and an itchy left palm meaning incoming losses. Spilling water is considered a good omen that will bring light and insight. The biggest superstition is about the evil eye, where burning wild rue is used to protect against envy and jealousy. Animals also factor into Japanese superstitions, with owls and crows signaling bad news depending on number, and rabbits crossing one's path being good luck.
The document describes the ancient Egyptian mummification process in three steps:
1) The internal organs are removed and dried, then placed in Canopic jars while the body is dried with natron for 40 days.
2) The dried body is anointed with oils, stuffed with materials, and wrapped completely in linen with protective amulets placed between layers.
3) Funerary rituals are performed and the mummy is placed in a sarcophagus in the tomb, where it will undertake a journey to the Underworld to be judged.
Japan became a country in 57 AD and is known for sushi and samurai soldiers. Ancient Japan had a stratified caste system led by samurai. The wealthy lived in elaborate temples while commoners resided in pit dwellings or elevated wooden structures. Rice, seafood, and vegetables formed the base of the ancient Japanese diet. Family roles were divided by gender, with women responsible for domestic duties and men making family decisions. Children were taught strict social norms from a young age. Shintoism and Buddhism were the main religions, and festivals celebrating events like cherry blossom season remain important cultural traditions today.
Okonkwo overcompensates for his father's perceived weaknesses by becoming extremely hard working and masculine. When a young boy, Ikemefuna, comes to live with Okonkwo's family, Okonkwo grows fond of him but Ikemefuna is eventually killed, troubling Okonkwo. Upon his return from exile, Okonkwo is disappointed to find that the white colonizers have influenced his village and disrupted traditional customs. In a fit of rage, Okonkwo kills a messenger from the government and commits suicide to avoid being arrested, demonstrating how the clash of cultures leads to his demise.
There are separate gemstones for Baromas. These are called birthstones. There are separate gemstones for twelve months. These are called birthstones. These birthmarks are based on various superstitions and myths Opal has a wonderful magical healing power.
The shiny opal gemstone is the birthstone of October. Opals are also associated with cotton. On top of its beauty, opal will make the wearer more loving and affectionate in both personal and family life and will ensure the wearer a better chance and magnetize others. This delicate gemstone is a must have for those born in October.This gemstone is also known to enhance the positive traits of those born with cancer. In addition, black opal is recommended for those born under the sign of Scorpio. Boulder and fire opal are lucky stones for those under Aries.
The document discusses archetypes and comparative mythology. It provides examples of common archetypes like swastikas, pentagrams, and mandalas that have appeared independently in diverse cultures and religions. It also describes recurring mythical themes, like dying and resurrected deities who descend into the underworld (such as Osiris, Inanna, Persephone). The document suggests these common symbols and myths arise from the collective unconscious as described by Jung's theory of archetypes emerging from ancient, shared experiences ingrained in humanity.
The document provides background information on Shinto and Buddhism in Japan. It discusses important periods in Japanese history including the Jomon period where pottery figurines called Dogu were created. The Yayoi period saw the introduction of wet-rice agriculture and the production of haniwa clay figures and dōtaku bells. Shinto began as a mix of nature worship and fertility cults without scriptures. The Ise Shrine is the most sacred in Shinto and is rebuilt every 20 years. Buddhism was introduced to Japan from Korea and China in the 6th century CE during the Asuka period. Important Buddhist sites from this era include the Hōryū-ji and Yakushi-ji temples, known
Japan is an island nation located in East Asia, consisting of over 6,800 islands. The four largest islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Traditional Japanese clothing includes the kimono, a full-length silk robe worn by both men and women in various styles and colors depending on occasion, season, and marital status. Some traditional Japanese crafts discussed include hinamatsuri dolls, daruma dolls, kokeshi dolls, ikebana flower arranging, and origami paper folding.
This document summarizes myths from Japanese and European mythology. It describes myths about the Japanese sun goddess Amaterasu and her rivalry with her brother Susanoo. It also mentions yokai supernatural spirits and yurei ghosts in Japanese folklore. In European mythology, it discusses the Greek gods Helios and Selene who represented the sun and moon. It provides brief summaries of kabouters from Dutch folklore and the legendary wizard Merlin from Arthurian legends. The document then compares similarities between Japanese samurai warriors and the ancient Greek hoplite soldiers.
Japan is an island nation in East Asia made up of over 6,800 islands. The four main islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Traditional Japanese clothing includes kimonos, which are full-length robes made of silk. Different styles of kimonos are worn by men, unmarried women, married women, and brides. Traditional Japanese crafts include hinamatsuri dolls, daruma dolls, and kokeshi dolls. Other crafts are ikebana flower arranging and origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding.
Have an incredibly fantastical holiday season and a wonderful 2017Steve Gillick
The document discusses various mythical creatures from Japanese folklore that are believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits. These include the Baku, which eats nightmares; dragons, considered harbingers of good luck; lion-dog statues called Shishi that greet visitors to temples and airports; Namahage ogres who visit homes during New Year celebrations; and guardians seen at temples and shrines. The document wishes the reader a happy holiday and new year, and encourages putting a Baku under the pillow on January 1st for good dreams.
Have an Incredible Holiday Season and a Fantastical 2017Steve Gillick
Dragons, Bakus, Shishis, Ogres, Guardian Spirits, the Namahage and more. They may scare you but they will also scare away bad spirits and let the good ones hang out with you for 2017 and beyond!
The document provides information about the Hungry Ghost Festival, an important Chinese festival celebrated during the seventh month of the lunar calendar. It discusses the history and origins of the festival in relation to Buddhism and Chinese folk religion. The festival is meant to appease ghosts and prevent spiritual attacks through ceremonies like burning incense and paper money offerings. People prepare food and hold ceremonies in streets, markets, and temples to worship hungry ghosts during this month.
The document provides information about the Hungry Ghost Festival, an important Chinese festival celebrated during the seventh month of the lunar calendar. It discusses the history and origins of the festival in relation to Buddhism and Chinese folk religion. The festival is meant to appease ghosts and prevent spiritual attacks through ceremonies like burning incense and paper money offerings. People prepare food and hold ceremonies at homes, streets, markets, and temples to worship and feed the hungry ghosts during this month.
1) Eagles symbolize maturity, strength of spirit, and the courage to take bold moves. Quails communicate danger and avoid harm through their senses and staying grounded. Foxes symbolize passion and acting with laser-like focus towards goals.
2) Deer symbolize gentleness, spiritual evolution, and patience. Butterflies emerge from their cocoons fully developed and ready to fly, reminding us to trust our own inner pace of growth. Owls represent unconventional methods for achieving goals.
3) Horses offer transcendent experiences of stability, honor, trust, intelligence and strength to find courage. Badgers symbolize survival, strong will, and a connection to the earth. Salmon represent diving deep for inner wisdom
Discussion Topic: Persian and Japanese Superstitions Parisa Mehran
The document discusses several Persian superstitions including sneezing meaning it's time to pause and consider things, an itchy right palm meaning incoming money and an itchy left palm meaning incoming losses. Spilling water is considered a good omen that will bring light and insight. The biggest superstition is about the evil eye, where burning wild rue is used to protect against envy and jealousy. Animals also factor into Japanese superstitions, with owls and crows signaling bad news depending on number, and rabbits crossing one's path being good luck.
The document describes the ancient Egyptian mummification process in three steps:
1) The internal organs are removed and dried, then placed in Canopic jars while the body is dried with natron for 40 days.
2) The dried body is anointed with oils, stuffed with materials, and wrapped completely in linen with protective amulets placed between layers.
3) Funerary rituals are performed and the mummy is placed in a sarcophagus in the tomb, where it will undertake a journey to the Underworld to be judged.
Japan became a country in 57 AD and is known for sushi and samurai soldiers. Ancient Japan had a stratified caste system led by samurai. The wealthy lived in elaborate temples while commoners resided in pit dwellings or elevated wooden structures. Rice, seafood, and vegetables formed the base of the ancient Japanese diet. Family roles were divided by gender, with women responsible for domestic duties and men making family decisions. Children were taught strict social norms from a young age. Shintoism and Buddhism were the main religions, and festivals celebrating events like cherry blossom season remain important cultural traditions today.
Okonkwo overcompensates for his father's perceived weaknesses by becoming extremely hard working and masculine. When a young boy, Ikemefuna, comes to live with Okonkwo's family, Okonkwo grows fond of him but Ikemefuna is eventually killed, troubling Okonkwo. Upon his return from exile, Okonkwo is disappointed to find that the white colonizers have influenced his village and disrupted traditional customs. In a fit of rage, Okonkwo kills a messenger from the government and commits suicide to avoid being arrested, demonstrating how the clash of cultures leads to his demise.
There are separate gemstones for Baromas. These are called birthstones. There are separate gemstones for twelve months. These are called birthstones. These birthmarks are based on various superstitions and myths Opal has a wonderful magical healing power.
The shiny opal gemstone is the birthstone of October. Opals are also associated with cotton. On top of its beauty, opal will make the wearer more loving and affectionate in both personal and family life and will ensure the wearer a better chance and magnetize others. This delicate gemstone is a must have for those born in October.This gemstone is also known to enhance the positive traits of those born with cancer. In addition, black opal is recommended for those born under the sign of Scorpio. Boulder and fire opal are lucky stones for those under Aries.
The document discusses archetypes and comparative mythology. It provides examples of common archetypes like swastikas, pentagrams, and mandalas that have appeared independently in diverse cultures and religions. It also describes recurring mythical themes, like dying and resurrected deities who descend into the underworld (such as Osiris, Inanna, Persephone). The document suggests these common symbols and myths arise from the collective unconscious as described by Jung's theory of archetypes emerging from ancient, shared experiences ingrained in humanity.
The document provides background information on Shinto and Buddhism in Japan. It discusses important periods in Japanese history including the Jomon period where pottery figurines called Dogu were created. The Yayoi period saw the introduction of wet-rice agriculture and the production of haniwa clay figures and dōtaku bells. Shinto began as a mix of nature worship and fertility cults without scriptures. The Ise Shrine is the most sacred in Shinto and is rebuilt every 20 years. Buddhism was introduced to Japan from Korea and China in the 6th century CE during the Asuka period. Important Buddhist sites from this era include the Hōryū-ji and Yakushi-ji temples, known
Japan is an island nation located in East Asia, consisting of over 6,800 islands. The four largest islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Traditional Japanese clothing includes the kimono, a full-length silk robe worn by both men and women in various styles and colors depending on occasion, season, and marital status. Some traditional Japanese crafts discussed include hinamatsuri dolls, daruma dolls, kokeshi dolls, ikebana flower arranging, and origami paper folding.
This document summarizes myths from Japanese and European mythology. It describes myths about the Japanese sun goddess Amaterasu and her rivalry with her brother Susanoo. It also mentions yokai supernatural spirits and yurei ghosts in Japanese folklore. In European mythology, it discusses the Greek gods Helios and Selene who represented the sun and moon. It provides brief summaries of kabouters from Dutch folklore and the legendary wizard Merlin from Arthurian legends. The document then compares similarities between Japanese samurai warriors and the ancient Greek hoplite soldiers.
Japan is an island nation in East Asia made up of over 6,800 islands. The four main islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku. Traditional Japanese clothing includes kimonos, which are full-length robes made of silk. Different styles of kimonos are worn by men, unmarried women, married women, and brides. Traditional Japanese crafts include hinamatsuri dolls, daruma dolls, and kokeshi dolls. Other crafts are ikebana flower arranging and origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding.
2. Temples and Shrines?
Temples in Japan, such as the famed Kinkaku-ji
in Kyoto, are known as “otera”. Buddhist.
Shrines in Japan, such the Ise Grand Shrine in
Mie Prefecture, are known as “jinja”. Shinto.
The structures often share architectural elements
but shrines sometimes have fewer rooms.
Purpose of each differ, however.
3. Omamori
Purchasable from Shinto shrines
and Buddhist temples, can
sometimes purchase as
souvenirs in souvenir shops
Various purported effects and
“boosts”
Good for one year, then should
be returned to the shrine to be
destroyed
Never open an omamori
Contains paper or wood with a
blessing inscribed
4. Daruma
Dolls
In the shape of the
bodhisattva,
Bodhidharma (Zen)
Dolls originated in his
temple in Gunma
Prefecture as omamori,
very popular
Comes eyeless, draw on
one eye to invoke it and
make a wish. When
fulfilled, draw on the other
eye.
Good luck charm in
Japanese households
Shape makes it so it
doesn’t fall down easily.
Symbolizes resilience
and recovery from slight.
5. Ofuda
Written charms used to ward
away misfortune and harm,
standard uses name of deity
and name of shrine
Used to protect households,
drawn by Shinto priests and
blessed
Kind like a big omamori that is
not portable but can protect
whole buildings/groups of
people
Kamidana
Commonly seen in modern
media, but in various ways
Kamidana containing ofuda (center), ema, mirror, offering
bowl, daruma doll, gohei, hamaya
6. Salt and Water
Salt used as substance to repel nearby evil
spirits
Sumo, maki-shio, mori-shio, at funerals
Water is used to cleanse the face and hands
before entering the shrine grounds
Misogi and harae
Symbolizes purification of the inherently unclean
human body and soul
Harai-gushi
7. Setsubun
Families throw roasted
beans (usually
soybeans) to drive
demons away from the
household
Purifies the home for
the new year (February
3)
The modern practice
has changed
somewhat from the
traditional roots- kids
just like to throw
beans, often at their
dads who wear a scary
mask.
8. Superstitions
Don’t clip your nails at night. If you do, you
won’t be with your parents when they die.
Kill a spider that intrudes upon you at night
because they are bad luck (morning is ok
though)
The thunder god may steal your belly button
if you expose your belly during a
thunderstorm.
If eggplants appear in your first dream of the
new year, it is good luck
9. Superstitions
If you lie down right after you eat, you’ll
become a cow.
If a hearse drives past/if you are walking by a
cemetery, you should hide your thumbs.
Numbers 4 and 9
Don’t sleep with head facing north.
Don’t stick chopsticks upright in your bowl of
rice
10. Tradition and today
Many traditions are rooted deeply in history but
are still practiced in the modern era.
Pride in history and tradition allows even obscure
traditions and beliefs to live on in media
representations and elsewhere.
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