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02-10-2005, 12:27 AM
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The Art of Good Versus Evil
Archetypes involve everyone, whether it is known or not. Archetypes are s after which “similar things are patterned” (“Archetype”). Carl Jung, an intelligent and sophisticated psychologist, gives a defining look at what an archetype can be considered. According to Jung, “archetypes are structure-forming elements within the unconscious” and “give images of both individual fantasy life and the mythologies of an entire culture” (Cowden). Several, if not an infinite amount, exist in our unconscious mind. Villain, darkness, , or deceit may be hidden in us along with hero, light, love, and honesty. Good versus evil as a theme is the most common and widespread archetype seen everywhere. People relate to how a hero or villain acts by their past, or in future decisions. The traditional theme of good versus evil can be related by everyone, due to choices and actions made.
Literature proves that archetype of good versus evil is age-old. When facing moral issues and choices, people will often look to God for the answers, or the ancient literature in the Holy Bible. When the massive Goliath of Gath challenged the Israelite, David, during a war between the Israelites and Philistines, Goliath becomes overconfident in his power. After being taunted by Goliath, David shows courage by saying “… I come to thee in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied” (1 Sam. 17:45). People often refer to this story because it shows that God can help one overcome difficult tasks with his power. David’s example is often followed through similarly by people today in order to get through tough trials. Another hero, just like David, knew fighting for the right always consists of courage and bravery. In the epic tale of Beowulf, a legendary hero whose name is Beowulf defeats a fearful creature called Grendal. The author describes Beowulf as “He who had come to them from across the sea, bold and strong-minded, had driven affliction off, purged the Herot clean” (Raffel 49). Beowulf is the perfect stereotype of a hero. He represents the hero inside of all of us, which is the need to do good to conquer evil. Good versus evil is not all about defeating the evil beings that cause conflicts. It is about understanding them as well. Before the Second Invasion in the extraordinary sci-fi novel, Ender’s Game, Ender questions why they need to kill their enemies. He humbly shows this by saying “In the moment I truly understand my enemy, understand him well enough to defeat him, that very moment I also love him” (Card 171). All though this statement is filled to the brim with irony, it is also filled with some truth when dealing with good versus evil. Is it necessary to assume the enemy’s position on a subject? Are people really just pure evil? Ender asks this question and the reason this novel is enjoyed by many is because of this reason. Showing unsurety can be a weakness, but is often shown when the situation is needed.
Media in the modern day still engages the archetype of good versus evil and still affects the human mind. Temptation is often involved in good versus evil scenarios because of the temporary riches and happiness that one can achieve. Luke Skywalker resists his father’s temptation in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. His father, Darth Vader, who is the main villain, shows the devil-like quality when saying “Join the dark side, Luke” (Star Wars: Return of the Jedi). With all the temptations out there, one can assume that in some cases, it seems like the weight of the world is pressuring them. In most cases, good prevails over evil, but when evil is overwhelming, the viewer may feel a lack of confidence and hope. In Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, the mere hobbit, Merry, shows signs of lost hope, prior to a major attack on the village of Gondor. When talking to the wise and elderly Gandalf, he states “I didn’t think it would end this way” (Lord of the Rings: Return of the King). Gandalf then reassures him that even if does come about, they are fighting for the right cause. When Merry makes this statement of discouragement, the viewer can relate and feel the same way. The pressure of fighting a great evil force can often seem undefeatable in everyway. The conflict of good versus evil can be solved through good deeds of service to people. A legendary Greek hero whose name is Hercules had to prove his power and need to return to Mount Olympus. In the Disney flick Hercules, Zeus tells his son that “If you can prove yourself to be a true hero on earth, your godhood will be restored” (Hercules). Hercules does this by showing acts of service towards other people through minor and major tasks. Acts of service and work is needed to defeat the fiends of life.
Heroes and villains exist in the subconscious mind of everyone and have their different effects, positive or negative. The boundless amount of archetypes activate as we view or read the media. As Jung said, are choices can be made based on what we read and see. Good versus evil has a great effect on choices made because of the widespread theme.
The Art of Good Versus Evil
Archetypes involve everyone, whether it is known or not. Archetypes are s after which “similar things are patterned” (“Archetype”). Carl Jung, an intelligent and sophisticated psychologist, gives a defining look at what an archetype can be considered. According to Jung, “archetypes are structure-forming elements within the unconscious” and “give images of both individual fantasy life and the mythologies of an entire culture” (Cowden). Several, if not an infinite amount, exist in our unconscious mind. Villain, darkness, , or deceit may be hidden in us along with hero, light, love, and honesty. Good versus evil as a theme is the most common and widespread archetype seen everywhere. People relate to how a hero or villain acts by their past, or in future decisions. The traditional theme of good versus evil can be related by everyone, due to choices and actions made.
Literature proves that archetype of good versus evil is age-old. When facing moral issues and choices, people will often look to God for the answers, or the ancient literature in the Holy Bible. When the massive Goliath of Gath challenged the Israelite, David, during a war between the Israelites and Philistines, Goliath becomes overconfident in his power. After being taunted by Goliath, David shows courage by saying “… I come to thee in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied” (1 Sam. 17:45). People often refer to this story because it shows that God can help one overcome difficult tasks with his power. David’s example is often followed through similarly by people today in order to get through tough trials. Another hero, just like David, knew fighting for the right always consists of courage and bravery. In the epic tale of Beowulf, a legendary hero whose name is Beowulf defeats a fearful creature called Grendal. The author describes Beowulf as “He who had come to them from across the sea, bold and strong-minded, had driven affliction off, purged the Herot clean” (Raffel 49). Beowulf is the perfect stereotype of a hero. He represents the hero inside of all of us, which is the need to do good to conquer evil. Good versus evil is not all about defeating the evil beings that cause conflicts. It is about understanding them as well. Before the Second Invasion in the extraordinary sci-fi novel, Ender’s Game, Ender questions why they need to kill their enemies. He humbly shows this by saying “In the moment I truly understand my enemy, understand him well enough to defeat him, that very moment I also love him” (Card 171). All though this statement is filled to the brim with irony, it is also filled with some truth when dealing with good versus evil. Is it necessary to assume the enemy’s position on a subject? Are people really just pure evil? Ender asks this question and the reason this novel is enjoyed by many is because of this reason. Showing unsurety can be a weakness, but is often shown when the situation is needed.
Media in the modern day still engages the archetype of good versus evil and still affects the human mind. Temptation is often involved in good versus evil scenarios because of the temporary riches and happiness that one can achieve. Luke Skywalker resists his father’s temptation in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. His father, Darth Vader, who is the main villain, shows the devil-like quality when saying “Join the dark side, Luke” (Star Wars: Return of the Jedi). With all the temptations out there, one can assume that in some cases, it seems like the weight of the world is pressuring them. In most cases, good prevails over evil, but when evil is overwhelming, the viewer may feel a lack of confidence and hope. In Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, the mere hobbit, Merry, shows signs of lost hope, prior to a major attack on the village of Gondor. When talking to the wise and elderly Gandalf, he states “I didn’t think it would end this way” (Lord of the Rings: Return of the King). Gandalf then reassures him that even if does come about, they are fighting for the right cause. When Merry makes this statement of discouragement, the viewer can relate and feel the same way. The pressure of fighting a great evil force can often seem undefeatable in everyway. The conflict of good versus evil can be solved through good deeds of service to people. A legendary Greek hero whose name is Hercules had to prove his power and need to return to Mount Olympus. In the Disney flick Hercules, Zeus tells his son that “If you can prove yourself to be a true hero on earth, your godhood will be restored” (Hercules). Hercules does this by showing acts of service towards other people through minor and major tasks. Acts of service and work is needed to defeat the fiends of life.
Heroes and villains exist in the subconscious mind of everyone and have their different effects, positive or negative. The boundless amount of archetypes activate as we view or read the media. As Jung said, are choices can be made based on what we read and see. Good versus evil has a great effect on choices made because of the widespread theme.