ALLUSION WHAT IS AN ALLUSION? An allusion is a reference to a person, place, or event. ... There are four types of allusion that are used more often - Mythological - Biblical - Historical - Literary MYTHOLOGICAL This type of allusion that is used in pieces of literature is a reference involving the use of different types of myths. ... Biblical Biblical allusions make a reference in a piece of literature involving the use of the bible, passages or names of individuals in the bible. ... LITERARY Literary allusions are allusions that make reference to another piece of literature...

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Most critics agree that these allusions serve as a basis to which a character or event is to be analyzed. There are many blatant allusions in this novel as well as subtle ones that require a closer analysis. These biblical allusions in Billy Budd provide the reader with a better understanding of many of the main characters and events including Billy Budd's comparison with Jesus Christ. ... The allusions to the adult Jesus concerning Billy Budd occur often in this novel. ... Melville uses this biblical allusion as a vivid metaphor for the dawning of Billy's execution day. ...

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Biblical Allusion The bible remains a mystery to many people in society today. ... In John Knowles book A Separate Peace the author's focus on the tree, mans sinful nature, and Phineas as a Christ like figure are all biblical allusions that add a rich meaning to the novel. ...

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This is what Milton was referring to when he wrote about "that one talent which is death to hide / lodg'd with me useless though my soul more bent / to serve therewith my maker and present / my true account lest he returning chide" The biblical allusion is clearly related to this parable of the talents; and Milton was aware that now that he was blind he would be less able to give a true account of his abilities. Another Biblical passage alluded to is the one that says, "They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run ...

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Matthew quotes Jesus in this biblical passage questioning a man who didn't believe in him. ... One major symbol that ties in with the biblical times is the Electroshock Therapy table. ... The way in which it is used to demolish lives is similar to the crucifixions of biblical times. ... Allusions to Christ and his life have been used to support this theme in other novels as well, including Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby where Gatsby is thought by many to portray Christ. ... The process of Societal breakdown is very similar between these novels and allusions to the story of Christ ...

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Religion and Biblical Imagery Margaret Laurence is a master of biblical allusion. Biblical Allusion in The Stone Angel helps us, the readers, comprehensively understand several of the events and characters. ... (Biblical Archetypes 29 May, 2002). ... (Biblical Archetypes 29 May, 2002). ... As you can see, Margaret Laurence is marvellous with biblical allusion. ...

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Both Biblical and mythological allusions conveyed through the enigmatic character of Prince Hamlet, leave puissant impression on the reader. ... Allusions do not only elucidate relations or approach, but also portray the emotional levels. Initial episode, when Hamlet gets serious emotional shock is instantly followed by an allusion: "My fate cries out, And makes each petty artery in this body As hardy as the Nemean lion's nerve.... It is even more surprising, that William Shakespeare is not only drawing parallels to mythology, but also biblical personages and events. Audience, first...

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Biblical and Mythological Allusions in Moby Dick An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art. Writers often use biblical and mythological allusions to which their readers are familiar. In Moby Dick, Herman Melville frequently uses biblical and mythological allusions. ... Another biblical allusion is of the prophet Elijah and Captain Ahab. ... Melville not only used a number of biblical allusions in Moby Dick, but he also used many mythological allusions. ...

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In the book The Kite Runner, there are three main allusions show Hassan's unfair life in this family and aggressiveness from Amir. ... The first allusion, pomegranate tree, alludes Amir full into a position which was same as Eden. ... The pomegranate tree is a religious and biblical allusion to the Garden of Eden that represents Amir's family. ... The story of Rostam and Sohrab is an allusion of describing Hassan as Baba's real son. ... In conclusion, three allusions all depict Hassan became this family's sacrifice in different ways. ...

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In "Desire Under the Elms", by Eugene O"Neill, many uses of both biblical and mythological allusions can be seen. ... The last allusion is a mythological one instead of a biblical one. ... Eugene O"Neill's usage of biblical and mythological allusion in "Desire Under the Elms" is very important to the play. The allusions add depth to the plot and also make the play more interesting. The two biblical allusions helped develop the character of Cabot. ...

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After reading the biblical account of Cain and Abel, two sub-themes came to the forefront; self-identity and responsibility. ... Mosher's piece discusses the significance of Baldwin's allusion to the biblical text, Isaiah 51:17-22, in the final scene of "Sonny's Blue's." ... Thereby, drawing close similarities between Baldwin's "Sonny's Blues" and the biblical account of Cain and Abel. ... They highlight the two different paths chosen by the the narrator and Sonny to draw character comparisons with the two sets of brothers from the biblical allusions. ... They fu...

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Huxley's use of biblical allusion underscores the innate necessity of spiritual belief, in even the most mundane society. ... To be more specific, Huxley uses religious allusion, to show that the innate belief in Brave New World is responsible for characters inadvertently playing biblical roles. ... Finally, the biblical allusion of a Christ-like figure is played through the character John the Savage. ... Throughout "Brave New World", Huxley uses biblical allusions to demonstrate that a dormant belief is always present, even in the most monotonous of societies. ... By using religious unde...

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However, when looking deeper into the many hidden allusions and parallels between the lines, the reader will find numerous references to the Bible and its stories. Jim Casey, a former preacher is one such example of Steinbeck's Biblical references. ... John Steinbeck uses such allusions and parallels to add depth and meaning to the book. ... The reason that Steinbeck uses such lowlife characters to portray these important Biblical and everyday roles is best put in the words that Jim Casey recited over Granpa's grave, "All is holy." ...

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Henry also mentions the use of imagery, metaphors, as well as biblical allusions. ... The use of biblical allusions is another good point of the non-effectiveness of an oratory speech. ... If you cannot understand the message in a biblical allusion it is not effective. ... Biblical Allusion: "Let everyone fly out of Sodom- (Edwards 77). ... As mentioned before in the above paragraph biblical allusions were used in Edwards's speech. ...

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Auden applies both Christian and Greek allusions in Musée des Beaux Arts for both plot progression and the formation of irony. ... The painting allusion therefore is used to accord a contrast between the current nature of humans and that which the painters depicted. ... Other Biblical allusions used are the "dreadful martyrdom" (Auden 10) that submit to the persecutions that Christians faced upon the demise of Christ. ... The last allusion concerns the failure of Icarus due to his ignorance to contempt of sound advice. ... By indirectly including Biblical references, Auden w...

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The repetition of this famous biblical phrase suggests an immediate connection between Eru and God. ... The allusion is also extended beyond just the creator. ... They are defined as "Holy Ones" and the allusion is completed with the fall of Melkor for coveting power beyond his allotment. ... These biblical associations solidify the notion of Melkor as the ultimate Evil. ... There are a number of possible biblical corresponding elements. ...

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"It is true, that the judgment against your evil works- There were Biblical allusions, references to God and His power. ... He used metaphors, simile, emotionally loaded words, bandwagon, Biblical allusions, imagery, diction, hyperbole, tone, and many other techniques. ...

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Blake intertwines this story with images of temptation and a strong biblical allusion. ... The images of the garden, tree, and its deadly fruit could also be an allusion to the biblical story of the tree of knowledge. ... Blake may also have been suggesting a negative reflection on God's tree of knowledge by allowing for this allusion from the poison tree of wrath. ... Blake uses this exploration to form an almost satirical biblical allusion, which suggests a very different approach for reviewing the relationship between temptation and religion. ...

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Elliot is filled with many allusions. ... This allusion helps to signify Prufrock's personal hell. ... Another allusion found in the poem is a biblical one, which creates a reference to the prophet John the Baptist. ... A more obvious allusion is found in line 111. ... In relation to the Hamlet allusion, Elliot introduces another allusion relating to Polonius. ...

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Through biblical allusion, symbol, and a motif, Beckett shows that when the actions of one day have no significance on the following days, time loses its meaning which also proves that a human's life is meaningless and is ultimately based upon chance. ... Beckett mentions this biblical allusion in a way of proving to the audience that even an old, sacred text that supposedly holds all truth for humanity, is based upon chance. ... Beckett uses biblical allusion, symbol, and motif to displays how easily people can be manipulated by time, and by having an audience watch this play with a non...

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In Benjamin Banneker's letter to Thomas Jefferson, Banneker argues for slavery, referencing biblical and constitutional allusions to unite his audience under a set of shared values, syntactical permutation to emphasize how long slavery has transcended America, and a rapid tone shift to invoke emotion and willpower unto his audience. ... His constant iteration of these founding ideals as well as direct allusions to the Declaration of Independence establish his credibility as one who believes in the very values the forged America. ... Along with constant allusions, Banneker uses a very com...

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The poet uses listing, imagery, metaphor, alliteration and biblical allusion to convey the meaning of the poem. ... Biblical illusion is also used to convey the meaning of the poem Eve To Her Daughters, as it based on the biblical story of Adam and Eve. ... By using listing, imagery, metaphor, alliteration and biblical allusion the poem's ability to communicate to the audience is improved and makes it easy yet interesting to interpret the theme. ...

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Upon reading the novel, one may not pick up on the biblical allusions throughout the book. ... From the moment Nick meets Gatsby, biblical allusions are presented. ... In conclusion, Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby has many biblical allusions to connect Gatsby and Jesus. Whether Fitzgerald meant to compare Gatsby to Christ or not, readers can draw allusions like the death or salvation of Gatsby and Jesus from the book....

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Even though Eliot did not convert to Anglo Catholicism until after "The Waste Land" was written, he still relies on biblical allusions to express the importance of conviction and holiness. ... Allusions to Christianity, and thus the Bible, are one aspect of this portrayal. ... Eliot includes other Biblical references in "The Waste Land" so portray the lack of spirituality in the modern world. ... Each Biblical allusion is designed to make a significant point about the lack of spirituality in "The Waste Land". ... However, Marudanayagam suggests that this is also an allusion to a Hindu leg...

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Biblical Allusions in Billy Budd Prior to their down fall, Adam and Eve were perfect. ... However, I believe that through this allusion to Christ's crucifixion, he is showing us that perhaps we should not always only be concerned about ourselves, but also about those around us. ...

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