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Greek Lit/CSE/2nd Period
VL4
8
English
10th Grade
10/26/2010

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Queen Of Sheba
Definition
A seeker of truth and wisdom
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Shangri-La
Definition
A place and an era of enlightened consciousness.
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King Arthur
Definition
One of the most famous rulers of Britain. He was a warrior, a knight and a king who killed giants, witches and monsters and led a band of heroes on many daring adventures.
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Jason and the Golden Fleece
Definition
Story of betrayal and vengeance and like many Greek myths has a tragic ending
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Woman Of Power
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A universal archetype featured in the Queen of Sheba myth is that of the Great Mother, or founder of a people.
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Paradise
Definition
A paradise on earth which is difficult to find. Second, a place on earth that is nearby, but that it is in an alternate reality. Third, not a place, but an enlightened state of being
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Hero
Definition
Represent the best attributes of their people and often preside over a golden age. Examples are King Arthur of Britain, King Solomon of Israel and the mysterious Christian priest Prestor John
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Quest
Definition
Begins in the hero's ordinary world, when he or she receives a call to adventure from a herald.
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