Freshmen: Today our focus was on introducing the Letter to the Editor assignment. It is due on or before October 9. Your homework is to read for 20 minutes tonight.
Sophomores: Today our focus was on creation myths and the common traits they share. You were assigned a particular culture, and your job is to find a creation myth from that culture, read it, and print it so you can bring it to class. Please post a comment on today's blog post in response to the following question: What common elements are found in these creation myths, and what do these commonalties reveal about humanity? Please put your first name, last initial, and period at the bottom of your comment.
Sophomore Honors: Today our focus was on creation myths and the common traits they share. You were assigned a particular culture, and your job is to find a creation myth from that culture, read it, and print it so you can bring it to class. Please post a comment on today's blog post in response to the following question: What common elements are found in these creation myths, and what do these commonalties reveal about humanity? Please put your first name, last initial, and period at the bottom of your comment.
We also covered this semester's honors project. Due for Monday are the chapters from How to Read Literature Like a Professor titled "Introduction" and "Interlude: One Story."
CNF: Today we focused on some elements of how non-fiction is constructed. I'd like you to view or listen to something that is non-fiction tonight and make a mental note of how the piece is put together. Also, I realize I forgot to post the prompt I had asked you to respond to last night, so I am doing here. Please write a short response, ideally responding to what others have said. Sign your comment with your first name and last initial. Prompt: What kind of decision-making is better, snap decisions or meticulously made decisions? Explain.
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With decision making, I feel as though it really depends on the type of person you are. One thing that helped me figure out what one would probably be best for me was the Briggs-Myer Personality test, in which for aspects are looked at. One of those aspects is whether you are a feeler or an thinker. For example, I am an ENFJ, or an Extrovert iNtuitive Feeling Judgmental. Those are the four aspects that my personality fits into with the best. I believe that because I am a "feeler", I do better with "gut-reactions" or very quick decisions. But then again, I think it depends on the person, and what they like best or suits them the most. I do also do research for larger questions, but for me at least, I really lean towards the snap decisions.
Tyler R.
Almost every creation myth has a Creator who makes the Earth and the creatures that live on it. This shows that we have a natural instinct to believe in and depend upon the idea of a higher power. There is also usually an element of choosing between two options that determine the fate of the living beings on Earth. This varies in each story, but it shows that human beings have free will and that our choices directly affect what happen to us everyday of our lives.
Ellie H.
Period 6
I have to agree with Tyler. I as well believe that it depends on the type of person you are, but I will add that I think the type of situation takes part in decision making. I feel like it takes longer to make a decision if the situation is typically life changing. If the situation is just something stupid that can get you into trouble then I think snap decisions are made. I have made many decisions in my life. Some life changing, and some not so life changing. I think snap decisions work best, whether the final decision is good or bad.
Austin C.
I was assigned the Babylonian myth, "Enuma Elish". I feel that in all of these myths, someone either does the wrong thing, or or tempted to do the wrong thing. They then do the wrong thing, and a consequence is granted. In this case, Aspu says words that greatly anger Tiamat. Tiamat then puts a curse on them. I feel this relates to humanity, because we are tempted to do the wrong thing in almost everyday life. In some myths, it shows the reward of doing the right thing, and in others, it shows the consequence. Every choice we make has a result. Your choice will effect the result.
Grace Driffill
Period 6
All of the creation myths that we've covered featured so far made an aspect of the lifestyle of the given culture a part of the story. Therefore they can only be interpreted correctly when reviewing the elements the people of that culture feared or needed. Also every creation myth uses some sort of divine force that creates the world the people are living in. This shows that there is a ancient need for something that is supernatural. Choice taking situations that are implemented in some creation myths show a need for self-leading. Even though God created the world, we still need to choose on matters that effect us the most.
Carl B.
8th Period
Personally, I believe meticulous decisions are far better than snap decisions. This is because when making meticulous decisions you thoroughly decide between your options, rather than making an instinctive choice you could later regret. If you make a decision quickly, you aren’t necessarily always thinking rationally, and may tend to forget about one or more of the factors that could possibly sway your decision. Though you may forget about factors while making a snap decision, a thought out decision usually includes weighing the pros and cons which ultimately leads you to your conclusion. I feel as though I usually think through things more than others therefore I make decisions meticulously. I also agree strongly with Tyler though, it depends what type of person you are to determine which is truly “better” for you.
Abby I.
I was given the Inuit Creation story, and I found that there were multiple stories, given the fact that the Inuit people lived all over, and that most of their stories were told by word of mouth. A common story was one where a god-like figure, Raven, created man, and from clay, he made many different animals. ‘Raven’ also made a companion- a woman- for man. Man is taught about the land he lives on and how to best survive it. One common theme of creation stories would be the fact that there is a powerful being that not only creates man, but also creates everything around them and gives them some direction in how to live. As people, we need direction, and we also need guidance.
Maddie H.
Period 6
I think that a meticulously researched decision should be made instead of a decision made on gut feeling alone. In certain scenarios, quick decisions work better, but usually it is better to have more information, to avoid having an unwanted consequence you didn't know at the time of the decision. But I also agree with Tyler. Decision-making often is affected by what type of person you are.
Alex J.
For me, I rely on my snap decisions. When faced with decision making, I take note of what my first response was to the situation. I trust myself enough to dive into a situation based on a whim. Is that not how we should live our lives? I try not to over think things, and I hate to meticulously pick apart every situation that could happen. Of course there are several situations that require you to take a step back and analyze the situation, but when have we ever heard the story of the super hero who sat back and picked apart every possible outcome? Life is much more adventurous and enjoyable when you simply decide to trust yourself. These are just my opinions, but I stand by them. I guess everyone seems to agree that it depends on the type of person you are.
Clark B.
I was assigned the Navajo culture, and the creation story was separated into four different worlds. In the first one, the world was small and pitch black with four seas and a small island with a pine tree and a few living things. Then man and woman were created from clouds and got to the second world where they found other beings. Then they were vanished from the second world into the third world which was the Yellow World where the holy people lived. Then people came into the fourth world before the sun and the moon were created. The Wind God made it possible for people to leave the island and the First man and First woman built the first hogan to live in.
I don't believe that there is a definite answer to this question. Some decisions require different strategies. However, I have always believed that a snap decision is very effective especially when the decision you are making is not a big deal if you make the wrong decision. Going with your instincts a lot of the time is helpful and rewarding. The worse thing that someone can do while making a decision is to over think it by considering all outcomes. The decision becomes stressful and even more challenging. That's why a lot of the time snap decision making is better.
Dash A.
Period 4
When it comes to our decision making me personally I prefer to go with my gut feeling and don't waste to much time reading into it. If it doesn't feel right don't research and try to find a loophole to make a bad idea sound good always trust in yourself if you to far into it you'll confuse yourself and just have an even harder decision to make.
Tom R.
Period 4
I was assigned the Hopi Tribe to research and find a myth. while looking I found the Hopi Creation story, about the Sun God and the spider women. Just like most myths, the common theme or element it had, was in it there was a creator who made the Earth or world the people live in. The people in these stories look up to the creator as a higher power for guidance and help in difficult situations, showing how much they need or believe in them.
Mayree Ellis
period 8
I agree with Dash in that there is no perfect way to go about making decisions. In any situation, if you're meticulous about making your decision then you are more likely to over-think it and stress yourself out even more. But when it comes to incredibly important decisions, especially those that will affect others, then it isn't the wisest to go with a snap decision.
Conner M.
Period 4
It seems that all creation myths have many common elements. There is always some sort of divine power or being that creates the planet Earth and the creatures including us. Also, each story has an evil presence in it. With the choice of choosing wrong or right which explains our humanity since we can do just that.
Adrian C.
Period 1
I think that life requires both decision making strategies, and either could be just as good as the other depending on the situation.If the decision in question might be life changing, then one might want to research and consider every possible option. If it isn't as weighty, then one might just make the snap decision. Personally, I agree with Dash,snap decisions are better. People should follow their instincts and not let over thinking get in the way of a gut feeling.
I was assigned the culture of the inuits. They believe that the creator came in the form of a raven. In the beginning when the water was forced out of the earth the raven stabbed it with its beak. This was the beginning of the oceans. The raven raised land from the bottom of the ocean. but enough for a small family to live on only. The raven then made all the animals that roam the earth today and gave them to the family as a companion. Many of the things from this myth are the same as the ones we follow today. Such as how there was a creator in the beginning and they made all the animals and the first humans.
Ben s
Period 1
In almost every myth that I have seen that human come close to first. I think that this shows, we as humans know that we are the most dominant creature built. We are here to run the earth, and others are here too help. There are some exceptions however. Also another thing that I have seen is that the first humans are usually here and and faced with some type of decision. Either it being pick if you would like a cow or the what. Or to not eat the fruit, and that have a very part in the way the story goes. I think this shows our second side to us. When we are told not too do something we naturally want to do it. I think we were made for a reason, and these myths just dramatize it. We were meant to run and take care of the earth.
I agree with Tyler in the aspect of it depends on what kind of person you are. For most people in my family snap decision making is the way to go, however i have always believed in meticulous decision making. Over the past few years i have had to make plenty of decisions some big and some small, yet no matter what the size of the decision i always use the meticulous approach. I do this because you cant fully decide something until you consider every aspect of the situation or the problem. I have never been one to make a quick decision and have to possibly regret it later.
River R.
I found that in almost all creation stories there was always a higher power; whether it was a god or a sprit or a simple deity. These higher powers almost always have the people they create to chose a chic, the choice they make is always good or bad. Depending on what that society choses they rather thrive or diminish. I think that this shows that as human we can make choices that change the way we live.
Abi G.
Period 8
I was assigned the Egyptian creation myth.I feel that all of the creation stories I have read have something in common and that thing is the idea that we were created by a higher power. That we were created with a link to that higher power like in my myth where humans were created after Khepri cries or in Christian myths where we were created in Gods image. Also we are usually given the responsibility to take care of the natural world.
Katelyn Brimhall
6th period
I agree with Tyler when he said it depends on the type of person you are. I also think that a big part of it is the kind of situation you are in. For me one is not better that the other. Everybody is different and has different perspective on things in life. Snap decisions should be made on things that don't really matter or things that don't have a big impact on you or somebody around you. Meticulous decision making should be used when something big is happening in your life. Something that has will affect you and the people around you
Ben W J.
In response to the decision making process, I know that a well thought out decision is the best kind.
Personally, making quick split decisions are one of my fatal flaws. Unlike most, I disagree with Tyler when he said, "It depends on the type person." What I do believe is that some people are able to come to a reasonable conclusion quickly, but it does not mean that they need to quickly respond with a decision. Even if you are a quick thinker, it always is a good idea to look at all your options to make a logical and educated decision. Doing some research then referring to your "gut feeling" will either disprove or support your original idea. It never hurts to learn a little more.
As my mom always says, "Double check! Its better to be safe than sorry!"
Be safe, not sorry.
Alicia C.
I agree with Tyler as well. It is about the type of person you are. I know I tend to over-think things and stress out over small and big decisions because I don't necessarily like making decisions on my own (depending on what they are). Although, people usually do make meticulous decisions if they are making a big one. I like making snap decisions by using my 'gut feeling' on things that don't matter that much and don't substantially effect anyone.
Emma F.
P.4
Pretty much every myth that has to do with a supernatural being like "God" has 2 choices that his creations have to choose. Ans each myth that differs can have consequences for the wrong choice. This should tell us that human beings on Earth from god have the power of free will and choices but at the same time, the creator has a mind set on the right choice. This all can determine the fate of creations on Earth with one simple choice, but each story varies.
Albert S.
Period 6
How did the world begin? Every culture has a different way of saying it but all have one common similarity. I had the Norse Creation Myth. The Myth has multiple Gods who run the earth. They decide what creatures are born, they decide the fate of humans and their creations, they watch over the land. Like the Christian Creation Myth in which God creates man the same happens in the Norse Myth, man was created through multiple Gods, although different, still a higher being. In the Norse myth, the humans are not faced to make a decision between good and bad but said to have good judgement. I think this reveals to humanity that there is a higher being who has a say but as a person we all have our own free will and we need to use the reason that the higher being gave us to make a good decision.
Sarah B.
Period 6
I believe that snap decisions can often be better. Although it may sound like someone is being rash and does not want to put the time into make a careful choice often if you focus less of your attention on something nagging you, you are more likely to make a choice you will not later on regret. As humans we have a tendency to over think things and make it often more complicated then it should be. I feel like in most creation stories if they would have made a decision and stuck to it sooner they may have made a better choice.
Dani Inglesby
Period 6
I feel that snap decisions are better than meticulous decisions. Snap decisions usually count the most because they're used in life threatening situations, whether its swerving out of the way of a pedestrian or a car or in a war zone and you or your friends. They're used in sports and players who make great quick decisions are the best players. Meticulous decisions are generally smarter and work out more but when it comes down to it snap decisions are what keep you alive and I believe they count the most in the end.
As stated by Mr. Baird this class will be focused on decision making and how it is approached. I do agree with Tyler where your decision making basically falls into your personality. Someone who is very confident about themselves will stick with the 'gut-feeling' and just trust their instincts to lead them in the right direction. However someone who is more quiet and spends a lot of time making sure the answer is correct could spend tons more time pondering over the decision and going through the lists of positives and negatives. I, personally, like to think things out and make sure I dont do anything stupid. I'm not saying that all people like me aren't self-confident but statistics probably show that they fall into the 'first initial reaction' category more than thinking it out.
Noah H.
Period 4
Almost all creation myths include the presence of an all-powerful creator. In the Maori creation myth, the earth began with Father Sky and Mother Earth. The were so tightly embraced, that all light was blocked from the earth. The "Children of Earth", all male, decided to pry the two apart, and let in the light. When they had done this, they still weren't satisfied, as is common with creation myths,. They decided to go searching for women and ended up being creators them selves, and making woman. The Maori believe that they are descendants of the "Children of the Earth" and "The Earth Formed Maiden"
Abbi Mancini 6th period
I believe that it is important to use both kinds of decision making in our lives. There are certain decisions that require snap judgement but there are also times where you have more time to think about it and you should use that time to think about your decision. There is a good balance between your gut feeling and thinking things over. If I had to decide on the better, like most other people have said I would use snap judgment because usually sticking to your gut turns out well. You have to make snap decisions in situations where you don't have time to think and therefore the judgement is much more important. That's why I believe snap judgement is a much better way to make decisions.
Carter Holyoak
Per. 4
Looking through the endless amounts of creation myths from different origins I've noticed they all have an order to them. Whether it's man, and then nature, nature and then man, or God creating more gods. I had the Egyptian creation myth and this one was a little different from God creating man. In this myth the sun god Atum was all alone, so he decided to make union with his shadow (something not considered strange by the Egyptians).
Malia A.
Period 1
The type of decision you make should depend on the situation. In some situations it is better to make a quick, "gut-feeling" decision. However some choices require more thought. I also believe in the idea of moderating all things. With decision making you can't take a very long time or the opportunity will pass you by. However to quick decision could be the wrong one, you just didn't know it due to lack of thought. As saying goes "moderation in all things." Your thoughts and "gut-feelings" should coincide. when they coincide it is usually the right choice.
Tessa Ganellen
Period 4
CNF
I agree with Tyler in his views on how decision making is heavily influenced by your personality. The Myer-Briggs Type Indicator is considered to be one of the most effective ways to determine what your dominate personality traits are and what those traits mean about you. For instance, my MBTI is INFP - Introvert Intuitive Feeling Perceiving. Much like Tyler I am prone to make snap decisions but, unlike Tyler I dwell on the decision making process when a snap decision is either not appropriate or applicable, due to my Perceiving personality trait.
Neither snap decisions or meticulous decisions or inherently better than the other, simply due to the varied nature of the human personality and how it takes in the world around it.
Kepler S-J
As I researched the apache creation story I came across similarities between this story and others. For example before the human race was created the creators make everything they need. Yet the first creatures ask for more, a partner to live their lives by. This reveals that all cultures believe that that their created wanted them to have everything they need.
Giselle C.
Period1
The Lakota creation story begins with numerous godly beings, all the creation stories I have read have one or more lord's or creators. As the story progresses one god finds a village of humans underground in a cave. The God tells them about the wonders of the earth so one man ventures out of the cave and is amazed. He goes back and gets his fellow humans and they return to the surface but the god lied to them and the world was harsh and the weather was poor. In the creation stories I've read most of the first humans are deceived or tempted in some way. This shows that humans are curious and always looking for something better. I think we all strive for better and greater things than what have today, whether it's a job, technology, place to live or a better life in general and i believe these creation stories support that.
Josh B
period 8
There are hundreds if not thousands of different cultures and each one has a creation myth or story. They are all very similar in that they have a creator or higher power that rules over humans. I haven't read a lot of creation stories but the two we read in class today both had a choice to make. This is probably common in a lot of stories. In most stories man is created with nature then the woman comes soon after.
Nathan H period 8
Almost every creation story has a higher power that creates the world, and everything in the world comes from this higher power. Most talk about a "first human" that has to choose to do right or wrong while this higher power watches him. However, in the Hindu creation story, there is not only one higher power, but three, that work together as one. There is no human in this story too. The Hindu creation story is more about reincarnation, and how when one universe dies, everything else dies with it, but then another universe is created.
Joey M.
Period 6
Humans always consider themselves at the top of the "food chain". God is always testing them, never animals or angels. In every story God gives humans a test or choice. Sometimes it's obvious which is good and bad, and others it's not so much. Like in the Dinka creation story they were given a choice between the cattle and the "what". The choice wash't obvious there like it is in the Muslim of Christian, yet they made the right while Adam and Eve made the wrong. Humanity has been based of of those various decisions. However, God always gives each human a chance to redeem themselves and go to paradise, heaven, or wherever that specific religion believes is the equivalent to heaven.
Sisi F.
Personally, I believe that meticulously made decisions are better than snap decisions because you're looking at the whole piece rather than just going off a feeling you have at the moment. It's as if you made a meticulous decision and can't really regret it later on because you did tons of research on it rather than making a decision really fast and regretting it. It's like how you (Mr.Baird) and your wife carefully looked at all the options, opinions, facts, statistics, etc. on deciding wether your daughter should have surgery on her jaw or not. Choosing to do all the research and spend time on thinking about it was the right decision, and the doctor even said as well when he was the one nudging to hurry with the surgery. I guess it does depend on the type of person you are, but I believe that meticulously made decions are more efficient.
Sisi F. Period 4
I was assigned to research Muslim creation myths. While looking into these, I found that many pieces contain the idea of birth (creation=new). New things are usually brought upon the reader in these stories. There is usually a higher power or "supreme leader" that creates all the things on the land, including the living things. There is also the element of decision in the stories. The living beings usually have to decide between two things, which will probably determine their fate. Not every myth is the same, but most creative pieces vary and compare someway.
Kathleen W.
Period 8
I received the topic of the Hindu culture. Hindu's believe many diverse things. To be specific, they have nine different beliefs, but the one that really caught my attention was their belief of karma. This shows that in everything we do there is a corresponding reaction or a consequence, good or bad. We have a choice to live out our lives the way we want, but we have to remember that every decision we make will have some sort of outcome. This varies in each story because one view on creation had a positive outcome, but the other had a downfall. That is an example that what we do affects other things from happening or causes them to happen.
Savannah M.
Period 1
I feel as though most of the myths all have some higher power that either come from a certain place or an unknown place, and they are the ones responsible for the creation of the Earth and everything on it, along with the different rituals and ways of living that we have. It shows that not all human beings are alike, some have doubts about certain things, and choose to believe what they want, what they feel is right, or just something to keep them going in everyday life.
Ryan K.
Period 6
In these creation stories, I have noticed one big topic - nature. It seems that many creation stories begin by introducing animals, especially those who supply an abundance of food for the humans. This (I personally believe)reveals that humanity relies on nature for many things (food, clothing, etc.)
Catherine N.
Period 6
I think that a well pondered thought out decision is better than a quick decision. Something quick can be wrong if not though about deeper. Some people might say that if you spend to much time making a decision you might second guess yourself. But second guessing can also be a good thing, it allows you to see the positives and negatives of all choices. Adam M
The Maori have a very unique creation myth, but I still believe it contains similar components to other creation myths. The Maori story is filled with warring gods and how they sculpt the first human from ochre. I find this story to be a great example of how humans classify unknown events. The Maori weren't exactly sure of how they came into existence, so a myth was create to explain it. Anything we can't see happening or remember happening, we tend to blame on higher beings in our creation stories. I also thought it was interesting how the Maori weren't presented with a choice by their gods. They were created and started living. I think this is a good depiction of maintaining simplicity in life and depending on each other, not objects.
Will R.
Period 1
For this assignment, I got to research the Huron creation story. It has kind of a different plot, but has many similarities to other Creation myths, especially the story of Romulus and Remus and the creation of Rome. One thing that it has in common with other stories is that there is a deity who creates humans and gives them the things they need to live (in the Huron story she gives birth to two very humanlike twin boys, and creates land and crops grow out of her when she dies; however, she did not create all the animals because water creatures existed before she appeared). Another similarity to a few other myths is the fight between the good and the bad, which in this case is the good and bad twin, and the good one wins.
Both of those points show a few things about human nature. There is a divine person who creates humans and land and crops, which indicates that humans are always looking for guidance and for an explanation for why they exist. Secondly, the fight between the good and the bad shows that there is conflict between humans because we believe in different things, and that we can choose whether we want to be good or bad; in this case, it leads us to do the "right" thing, and shows us the consequence for not doing so.
Although it may seem that meticulously made decisions are better than snap decisions, I believe that it depends on the situation because there are too many factors to account for. Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. Things do not always go as planned, so if you made a decision through meticulous thinking and preparation, it could fall through. You need to be able to make a decision using either technique because each will serve you at one point or another. Also, people make decisions differently than those around them, and they could be great at using one technique compared to the other. There are plenty of people who can just wing it and improvise on short notice, but there are also people who are able to ask all of the right questions and develop a great decision. It depends on that person's characteristics, and on the situation they are faced with. There is no right answer because there are so many factors, including personality traits, those around you, and the situation you are in.
Duncan Hickman
Period 4
When it comes to making decisions, I find that meticulous made decisions are smarter and tend not to have as many consequences as snap decisions. A little research about something, such as making a reservation at a restaurant to have homecoming dinner at,can really help making things go more smoothly. A quick decision at the last minute may leave you finding the restaurant of your choice has no more seating available that night.
Tommy K
My creation myth came from the Chelan Indians of the Pacific-Northwest. What I found to be a common trait in this creation story and the ones we read in class was that they all had a "Creator" who created the Earth, the animals, and gave them rules as to how he wanted them to live. Another similarity was that what had been created would disobey "God" or believe they were equal to Him. What this shows to me about humanity is that we all feel their is a greater being that we come from.
Maggie L.
Period 8
A common element I found in the Maori creation story, compared to the creation stories in class, was man is always created first. Another element was that the people always have to make a decision that can either make or break their lives. They also never know the consequences of their actions. I think these elements deal with humanity in the sense that people always have choices to make in life and they may or may not know the consequences. Some people chose wrong and others chose right, but it all comes down to free will and having the choice to chose what you want your future to be. The results of your actions can determine that.
Suzie S.
Period 8
After reading a Bantu creation myth, I have realized there are many commonalities between it and other creation myths. The first example I can think of, is that humans are considered the vest of all the creatures. Although this particular myth never specified a Creator (or God), it complimented human beings multiple times. It also mentioned a paradise of what the world once was; where there was a plentiful amount of food and no creature lived in fear of one another. This reminded me of the Adam and Eve story because of the harmonic feeling it gave me. Although the myth never specified exactly what happened to make the world what it became (for example, Eve and Adam ate the fruit from the forbidden tree), the poem suggested it was human pride which changed the world for the worse.
Robin Y.
Period 6
In the myths I have read There seems to be a creator or force that takes part in the myths. The creator or higher force usally tests your ability for deciding good from bad. There is also a dark force that usally takes part in these myths. It reveals that we want to rely on a higher force then our own. It also shows that we are vulnerable to anything that is greater than us or beyond our understanding.
Gabriel G.
period 8
The Chinese creation myth of Phan Ku was quite different from other creation myths I have read. The main similarity, however, was the presence of the "Creator." This commonality shows that in many cultures, people like to believe in a supernatural being that allows us to understand how the world came to be. A major difference in this story from others was that humans were not the major focus, which was very surprising. This shows that not all cultures necessarily believe that humans were the greatest of all the creations.
Erin M.
Period 6
I found that many of these creation myths have a choice that God is giving them that the main mortal or immortal being has to chose to do. They have somewhat of a test god has given them which they are faced with a hard decision to make. This ends up revealing how the people following the religion choose to look at themselves, whether it be as all mighty and great or needing to improve. Like the example with the Dinka’s we read in class we saw that because they believe they made the right decision with the test god gave them they see themselves as great, powerful and above many others.
Maile C.
Period 8
In all the creation stories that I've read, or heard, there is always a form of higher power. Also, a fair amount of the stories have involved a choice for the people to make. I was assigned to research the Japaneese creation myth. In the Japanesse myth there are actually three all powerful beings instead of the usual one from other stories. This story also got a bit interesting on how they say the land was made.
Sam Housinger
Period 8
In all the myths I have read and heard there is always a creator, a higher power. There's a temptor(devil) or a decision for a tribe or person to make. They explain how the world came to be and what they were made to do. The Zulu creation explained how the creator came to be; he came to be by a reed which he once was. He grew other reeds which formed men and women, as well as birds and fierce creatures. The creator sent a chameleon with news saying his people will never die, but that chameleon never reached there so he sent another saying death was on its way. Since then it has never left.
- Sam L.
Period 8
I think that in all these creation stories, it shows that the world started out into nothing and formed into something amazing. People then come into the story and have choices put before them. The stories make the decisions seem very important and both could lead to something completely different. Some myths can end differently, with good fortune, bad, or maybe neither. These commonalities show that humanity isn't perfect because we are tempted and have free will.
Sophia RJ
Many, if not all, creation myths have creators or a creator that is of higher power. This creator or the creators have some presence in the life of the man/men they created. After creation, the creator doesn't vanish, but stays, in some way, in the culture. The other similarity that I have noticed is all creation myths are excellent metaphors for life within the cultures. In Christianity, from Adam and Eve, we are taught to always trust God for he knows best because he is transcendent. This was put in Jewish life by always following God and doing what God wanted. I believe that every creation myth explains the unknown creation and gives culture insight on behavior.
Andrew Campbell
Period 8
I already finished my letter,but I still need to fix that.
One thing that almost all myths have in common is that there is some form of higher being or a "God". God then begins to create the world and all of the other animals, plants, and any other creation, one of those creations being Humans. Then one of the humans begins to talk to the higher being and is told that he has created him. Also, typically the higher being has some form of test for the human, or at least an opportunity to prove themselves. What this shows about humans is that we have been given the opportunity to make our own decisions even if the ones we make are the wrong ones.
Spencer B.
Period 8
One thing that almost all myths have in common is that there is some form of higher being or a "God". God then begins to create the world and all of the other animals, plants, and any other creation, one of those creations being Humans. Then one of the humans begins to talk to the higher being and is told that he has created him. Also, typically the higher being has some form of test for the human, or at least an opportunity to prove themselves. What this shows about humans is that we have been given the opportunity to make our own decisions even if the ones we make are the wrong ones.
Spencer B.
Period 8
I was assigned the Mayan myth. In the Mayan creation story, there is a creator and he makes the Earth and everything inside it. He then makes man kind and tells them to make wooden people so that they can praise his name. The creator is not satisfied with these wooden people, so he therefor casts a flood over the Earth (sound familiar?). Then the wooden people turn into monkeys that's apparently why we look like monkeys. In every creation story, there always seems to be bits in pieces of every story that corresponds with other creation myths. Also, in every creation story, man kind is always punished because of our acts and from our human nature.
Gigi S.
Period 1
I discovered that most all creation myths have three things in common. 1. The divine speaks directly with people. 2. the divine is personally involved with the people. 3. Early people make some sort of a choice.
I saw in my myth, and a lot of other myths, there was more than one god and in my story some gods were used to make the sun, rain, water, wind and earthquakes.
Neil L
Period 8
Alex P
Period 1
A common element found in these Mitch stories is that they all seem to have a single creator, weather that ultimate being created other gods, or if they are alone. These god(s) proceed to create all of humanity. They create the trees, the plants, and the animals.
This shows that we don't have an explanation of how we came to be, but we have an unexplainable seance of something greater in the universe
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