Te Rauparaha Essays

Throughout the story of Tobansonakwut in the video "Surving the Survivor" by the journalist Wab Kinew, Tobansonakwut’s decision to change his name from Peter Kelly to his Ojibway name, Tobansonakwut, is significant because it helps him to reclaim his Ojibway identity, separate him from his childhood trauma, and model pride in his culture for the following generations. First, by renaming himself as his original one, Tobansonakwut, he confirms his Ojibway identity which was taken away when he went

The Big Fat Crocodile Crocky Wocky loved to eat. Every day he would go to the dumpster of a restaurant and eat until his heart’s content, he was the hungriest crocodile in town. He was also one of the laziest and meanest Ones, he would usually steal trick or treating candy from children during Halloween, when he saw some Cake or pie lying in a bag he would steal it while the owner wasn’t looking, and sometimes he would Break into someone’s house and eat their dinner leftovers. He didn’t have

the meaning of eros within the Christian context, it is certainly opportune to distinguish the level of words from that of concepts and realities. Concerning the duplicity of eros and agape, a philologist for example, could simply suggest that the differences between the two is one of a linguistic nature; the first being more elevated and classical with the second being colloquial. We shall now embark on the reality of eros and agape as succinctly discussed in Pope Benedict XVI’s encyclical Deus

The Weeping Willow From the time I was born to the time I was 6, I spent most of my time in my back with a 20 foot willow tree. The willow tree was planted as a seedling when I was born. I hadn’t started school, so I didn’t even have a chance to make friends. I looked at the willow tree as if it were my friend. It was like we had a connection because when I was happy, it seemed to dance in the wind and when I was sad, it seemed to be the perfect hugger. The branches were set perfectly for me to

TAOISM Submitted By: Aisha Ali UG – 9 The religion Taoism is also know by another name, Daoism. It is a Chinese philosophy attributed to the natural philosopher Lao-Tzu (c.500 BCE). Initially taking form of a folk religion in rural parts of China it later became an official religion in the country during Tang Dynasty. The word ‘Tao’ means ‘path’ or ‘principle’ and Taoism thus emphasizes on ‘going with the flow’ and is coined as ‘The Path of The Universe’. The philosophy emerged through observance

Nakaoka 1 Skyeler Nakaoka Mr.Black World Studies p7 Oct 5, 2015 Lao-Tzu’s Influence In China Lao Tzu was a famous chinese philosopher known for his saying and writings. Lao tzu often wrote some stuff about himself. There's stories and legends about Lao Tzu and his early life. One legend is that he was called an old child because people think he spent 8 years in his mom's womb. Some historians believe that Lao tzu did not even exist, but historians have proof that Lao tzu existed. Lao tzu discovered

The Tao te Ching was written around the 500s BC in ancient China. That is the reason that the Tao te Ching is placed in the first section of Dr. Vaughn Cross’s Cultural Perspectives class because it correlates with the period of the ancients. The author of the work is actually debated. The accredited author is a man knows as Lao Tzu, or Laozi, but during the mid-twentieth century, many researchers and historians began to question the true existence of such a man. Evidentially, there is little

Musical theatre performance, which presents fictional plots and impresses audiences with show-stopping dance and song, unites dramatic works across the globe. American musical theatre, specifically, draws inspiration from European straight plays, burlesques, and operas, while dramatizing American topics. Nineteenth-century musical comedies use entertaining situations, rather than plot, to frame performances involving song, dance, and humor. For example, George M. Cohan’s works, although inspired

On Saturday, November 11, I attended a performance of Cabaret at Dutchess Community College. This musical is set in Berlin, 1931 Germany pre World War I as the Nazis are rising to power. It takes place in a nightclub, the Kit Kat Klub and revolves around an American writer named Cliff Bradshaw and his relationship with an English cabaret performer, Sally Bowles. The cast features six major characters: Sally Bowles, the headlining British singer at the Kit Kat Klub, the Emcee, or the Master of Ceremonies

Laozi expresses his philosophical interpretation of the meaning of Dao in Dao de jing. In another word, he illustrates the more admirable and rational attitude toward life, considering the varied forms of temptations and selfish desires in the secular world, rather than indulging in temporary fame and wealth. In this paper, I would like to concentrate on the eleventh couplet in Dao de jing to further interpret the divergent roles of virtues in different circumstances and the indivisible interaction

and illustrates key elements of Tao such as P'u, the uncarved block, and Wu wei, going with the flow. In case you should think that this book is altogether too simplistic, I should add that Hoff touches on the writings of Lao-Tzu (author of the Tao Te Ching), Chuang-tse, the poet Li Po, and other Taoist philosophers, giving his own interpretations of the passages. Hoff shows how Pooh best explains the Uncarved Block. The principle of the Uncarved Block is that things that are simple contain their

Did Pokhom Deserve His Fate? Greed is an intense desire to take more than you need whether it be money, power, or any other item you could want. The desire for more is a part of human nature. However, there's always a point when you have enough, and greed is classified as one of the seven deadly sins. "How Much Land Does a Man Require" is a story written by Leo Tolstoy. In the story, a peasant farmer named Pokhom has a desire for more land. In his desire for more land, he unknowingly challenged

Recently in History class, we’ve been discussing the basic principles of Taoism, as shown in The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff. One of the most important lessons in this book is to value the time you have; that time can’t be saved, but you can choose to spend it wisely or foolishly. This concept is embodied perfectly by Evelyn Elena Herrera, better known as Evelyn Hugo. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a book written by Taylor Jenkins Reid, about an aging fictional Hollywood star who decides

not hurry, yet everything is accomplished” (goodreads) This is one of many quotes from the Tao Te Ching by a wise man named Lao Tzu. He believed that the world should have only peace and harmony with one another. This was his philosophy, which later turned into what we now know as Taoism. Taoism also known as Daoism, is an ancient Chinese religion that derives from the philosopher Lao Tzu and his book Tao Te Ching. It is a religion that believes that everything is in harmony with nature. They practice

in the Tao Te Ching, this daily way of life will not bring one to become successful or contempt in life. The unhewn log is described as simplicity, which will bring one towards the way, and cannot be accomplished without the help of the reversal, return, and renewal. The dao (or tao) in the Tao Te Ching is referred to as the Way. This concept is described as being blurred and unclear in 65 (21) of the Tao Te Ching, but within it there are objects and there is an essence. The Tao Te Ching does not

“A dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work,” said Colin Powell. Although many successful people can relate to this quote, the Taoist philosophy of Wu Wei contradicts the core message of the quote; that many things in life will require effort. The Taoist philosophical concept of Wu Wei has a literal meaning of “non-doing”. The philosophy states that action that does not involve struggle or excessive effort. This concept is teaching the followers of Taoism

Fae Myenne Ng was a first generation Chinese-American. Being in a family that immigrated to the United States after it was finally allowed, influenced her writing. Fae’s writing brought light to the Chinese-American culture and the struggles they must face in a country founded upon freedom. Primarily, Fae’s biographical background greatly influenced her writing; she moved to the United States at a very young age. The adjustment for this alternate environment considerably changed her views on life

Lao-Tzu was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He is known as the author of the Tao Te Ching, the founder of philosophical Taoism, and a god in Taoism and traditional Chinese religions. Niccolò Machiavelli was a writer of the Renaissance period. They are both philosophers that have completely different perspective on how a country should run and how the leaders should act. While both philosophers’ writing can be very useful to the government in some ways. The leader should not be cruel or

From Mandarin, the “Dao” translates to the path or way of life. The Dao also encompasses the balance of the universe and the natural flow of the world. These two seemingly contradictory definitions show how unique the Dao is and how many different forms and “definitions” it can really have. While the general consensus is that the Dao is a balance or natural way of life, the real confusion begins when you begin to delve into how to achieve, maintain, or appeal to the Dao. The two main schools of thought

3) CHINESE MEDITATION     Taoist Meditations   Origin & Meaning Daoism is a Chinese philosophy and religion, dating back to Lao Tzu (or Laozi). It emphasizes living in harmony with Nature, or Tao, and it’s main text is the Tao Te Ching, dating back to 6th century B.C. Later on some lineages of Taoism were also influenced by Buddhist meditation practices brought from India, especially on the 8th century C.E.. The chief characteristic of this type of meditation is the generation, transformation, and