Pilates

Toni Morrison’s novel Song of Solomon is an examination of the importance of identity in African-American society and the effects of a name. The use of names and labels are to describe and symbolize people, places, and things, serving as a brief definition of the subject. Toni Morrison uses this definition to analyze the effects redefining or naming had on African-Americans heritage and culture after their emancipation. Forced into slavery, African Americans formed a slave culture, losing…

Walking into the Coker Repertory Dance Company on the first day was like an adrenaline rush. Not only did I develop new friendships within my peer group, but it allowed me to expand my knowledge of dance outside of my previous training with professional choreographers. During the fall semester, I learned the choreography of “Turn on the Blacklight” by Teena Marie Custer. This piece was the most successful performance for me as I was able to apply my jazz and hip-hop experience. Not only did I…

make it seem very interesting and beautiful. The way it was described make it sound like a dream and nothing like reality. Question: Since Pilate was Milkman’s son, why didn't Milkman ever seen Pilate in his life until he was 12 years old? Milkman’s dad, Macon, didn't really have a good or close relationship with his sister so he didn't communicate with Pilate nor he allowed Milkman to communicate with her as much. Answer to the prompt: Pilate’s house and Dead Family’s are completely…

would either continue to sit in jail for 2 years or he could act as a spy for the Romans, and get valuable information regarding Jewish movements that could possibly threaten their power over the lands. Because of his ties to Jewish and Roman heritage Pilate believes that he is perfect for the job. Andreas ends up accepting their offer and becomes the “adviser in religious affairs.” However, just because he agreed to help them it does not mean that he was actually going to. Andreas planned to…

Foreshadowing, strategically indicating to the reader what will occur later, can be exhibited in a multitude of forms: it can be subtle, it can be purposely misleading, and it can be suspenseful. Toni Morrison uses each of these techniques in Song of Solomon to suggest the incredible self-discovery and transformation that many of her characters experience. Morrison writes with subtle symbolism that summarizes the gluttonous attitudes of the town, illustrates the Dead family’s isolation, and…

The archaeological evidence in support of the historicity of the Bible is overwhelming! “On the whole … archaeological work has unquestionably strengthened confidence in the reliability of the Scriptural record. More than one archaeologist has found his respect for the Bible increased by the experience of excavation in Palestine. Archaeology has in many cases refuted the views of modern critics.” – Millar Burrows, Professor of Archaeology, Yale University1 Not any one of the multiple…

commotion and bustle caused by the funny insurance agent. Milkman has two elder sisters. His love-starved mother nurses him till he is six. Milkman’s father encourages him to become a successful businessman. Milkman is forbidden by his father to meet Pilate, his father’s sister. She was a woman of independent spirit. Born without a navel’ she likes to cling to the old ways. She wears brogans and old quilts, sings songs about Negro history emphasizing family love and spiritual values. She becomes…

The homily written by Rev. William J. Reese was preached in Minnesota in April of 2012. It is based off of the passage John 3:16. “God so loved the world that he gave his only son begotten son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life.” This homily focuses on many aspects, however, the most important messages being God’s never ending love and the importance of continuous faith/belief. Living an eternal life with God is the end result after receiving His grace.…

He immediately returns home to reveal the news to his father, Macon Dead II, and his aunt, Pilate. Only after discovering his heritage is Milkman able to believe in the concept of human flight, allowing him to final achieve acceptance by his community. Despite his efforts, it is only when Milkman begins to believe in the reality of human flight…

In Song of Solomon, names have significance. Some of the characters have their names assigned to them at birth while some do not receive them until several years later, either their actual name or just a nickname. Additionally, a last name of a given character can hold significance, and the Dead family is no exception. For every character with the last name Dead, it bears significance as they eventually die or are already dead, literally or figuratively. The first person in the Dead family is…