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Everyman

I found this read to be a little easier than last weeks because the overall meaning of the play. It seemed as if the author wanted to intrigue the minds of the readers by allowing the characters to be different characteristics that are relatable.  The play allowed my mind the opportunity to venture off at times when I read the exchange with Death and Everyman. The writers ability to display a conversation that seemed to be so realistic had me thinking about what I should change or dismantle any attempt thrown against me by the devil. I thought the plot was great and the meaning behind it was one with a lot of substance. There are many who are on the fence when it comes to their salvation and I know some who are waiting until they get everything out of their system before they surrender their lives to Christ. According to the Bible, in Matthew 24:36, it say, "But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no not the angels of heaven, but my Father only." Being ready at all times...

Assignment 2b "Lysistrata"

I was a little skeptical of the play considering the introductions information on it. I wasn't sure how the play's theme would be once I began reading the actual play. However, I did read and then watch a replica of it on youtube, which allowed me to see the humor and grasp a better understanding of what the writer was trying to portray. I find it easier when reading this type of play to be able to hear the difficult words to help better understand them; opposed to sounding out words that make no sense to me. The humor within it was definitely for a more mature audience that would hold no offense nor show immaturity to the nature of the play that was held from beginning to end. It touched on views of women and men in such a way that I'm sure some were able to relate. Would you agree? The writer revealed a sense of power held by a woman and a weakness of a man. Yet it also showed the importance and outcome of unity when standing together and carrying the same beliefs. The ...

Doubt, A Parable

The more I read the more I realized how important it is to be certain of who you are within yourself. I was able to find the play on youtube, which brought it to life for me by reading along as I was listening to the play. I was able to hear the anger, confusion, bitterness, concern, guilt, etc. thru the eyes of others acting the play out. It made me think about the rising number of bullying that happens today and how someone else's thoughts and insecurities can alter your perception of someone or even yourself if you carry doubt within yourself. The further I got into the play, I can admit, that I too had my suspicions of Father Flynn. Although I became suspicious, I had a higher level of doubt because of the lack of evidence presented.  Reading into the play and trying to dissect the reasoning behind Sister Aloysius' accusations, I took her as being a person who was miserable. The statement, "misery loves company" came to mind and she definitely fit the criteria...