http://drgrissom.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] drgrissom.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] fandomhigh2006-01-19 03:46 pm
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Sociology Courses | January 19, 2006

Sex Cultures: 6th Period

"Aphrodite. Venus. Certainly not the first goddess of love and beauty, but perhaps the most famous. Her cults worshipped her with offerings of incense and the sacrifice of doves. She was celebrated during the festival called the Aphrodisiac, especially in Corinth where she was the patroness.

And of course, she has been captured by artists for centuries in their work, from the Ancient Geeks and later Romans, right through the present day."

Grissom then plays a slideshow for the class.

"While you are watching, I want you to select the depiction of Aphrodite that most appeals to you. Then I want you to share with the class why it was your favorite, but also, how you think where you are from affected your decision."

Re: Class Discussion: 1/19

[identity profile] ex-izziebell894.livejournal.com 2006-01-19 11:56 pm (UTC)(link)
After careful consideration Izzie chooses this one (http://web.uvic.ca/grs/bowman/myth/images/haifa/h115.jpg)

"I like this one because I think it gives a unique perspective on the vanity involved in beauty and quite often in love."

Re: Class Discussion: 1/19

[identity profile] allie-cameron.livejournal.com 2006-01-20 02:32 am (UTC)(link)
"I agree," Allie says because her mun just got home and doesn't feel like doing the work.