Pride parade

In Thomas Hardy’s poem “The Convergence of the Twain,” it exemplifies the sinking of the Titanic in April of 1912. “The Convergence of the Twain” was published in 1915 where it differentiates the sinking of the Titanic while and after it sunk. Hardy uses poetic devices such as imagery and structure to convey his attitude toward the sinking of the Titanic. In the first half of the poem––more specifically stanzas 1-5––Hardy depicts the ship at the bottom of the ocean by using imagery. In…

kinds of pride, both good and bad. ‘Good Pride represents our dignity and self respected. ‘Bad Pride’ is the deadly sin of superiority that reeks of conceit and arrogance.” This quote by John C. Maxwell explains how pride could be good or bad. Also, there are many quotes from the short story, “The Scarlet Ibis,” saying how pride could be wonderful or terrible. Pride is a terrible thing to have because it could lead you to hurt others, ruin relationships, and becoming arrogant. But, pride is a…

Pride is a tool used against humanity and used as a double edged sword for the armor of the enemy. We all have it, everyone is born with it, and it shows up every once in a while. Pride is reflective when individuals cannot or will not accept help. Unfortunately, their stubbornness refuses to let them admit they have pride. Some people say it’s a gift. However, popular opinion says it’s a sin that everyone does. One definition of pride is that it is a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction…

believing these sins to be the folly of mankind, humans continue to proudly commit the capital vices time and time again. In fact, the entirety of the United States has a reputation centered around some of these cardinal sins, including gluttony, pride, and most notably, greed. Starting with the taking of Native American land leading up to the capitalist monopolies of the modern market, Americans have a culture centered around greed and the constant desire for more. Even the first Europeans to…

writing. A few of the main points he touches that I will reflect on are, servant-hood v. stardom, the artist in community, and the artist and sin. Servant-hood v. Stardom A lot of times within the Christian faith there is this fine line that borders pride and humility. Even things intended for good can easily be turned into a prideful motive. So, where is the line? In ministry that are so many opportunities to serve, but what does it mean…

Pride is a trap that has many people caught in its snare without a way out. The definition of pride in Webster's Dictionary is “A high or inordinate opinion of one's own dignity, importance, merit,or superiority.” Being a prideful does not allow oneself to think farther than one’s personal needs and desires. Can one who has so much pride look beyond themselves or is it impossible? That depends on how deep one is in their own pride. Some people are redeemable, yet others will fail to redeem…

”Pride is defined as a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements…” (www.google.com). Antaeus by Borden Deal presents a strong theme of pride within its main character T.J.. He is a boy from the South who is forced to move North with his family to find work. Moving from the rolling hills and forests of the countryside to the city of cement and steel was a huge change for T.J.. He very quickly misses his acres of farmland back home. T.J. soon becomes close…

From Pride Stems Life and Death The inner emotions and traits of humans are unpredictable, because each person’s thoughts and opinions are specialized for themselves. In James Hurst's short story, The “Scarlet Ibis”, Brother states that, "...pride is a wonderful, terrible thing, a seed that bears two vines, life and death" (347). This means that everyone has a choice to make, either good or bad. Choosing one or the other, can greatly affect each life. One's prideful qualities may create self…

Pride, one of the seven deadly sins, is said to be that which opens a gateway for other sin to enter. In Shakespeare's play, "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar", pride or hubris is the driving force behind all of Caesar's actions. Shakespeare proves the saying, "Pride goes before a fall", to be true. Caesar's hubris ultimately led to his downfall by causing him to disregard supernatural warnings, dismiss Calpurnia's dreams, and by making him hold himself above all others in Rome. Throughout the…

possess a fatal flaw, also known as a hamartia. Creon’s hamartia is hubris, excessive pride. They must suffer a reversal of fortune, where the hero loses everything, and must exhibit tragic recognition in which he or she takes responsibility for their actions. Despite Antigone, Creon’s niece, being the protagonist and having her name as the title she just is not this play’s heroin. Creon’s beliefs and excessive pride will cost him things he loves very dearly before he realizes what he has…