WLC+SeungHyon

Discussion #4
 * What was the most interesting idea or insight that was discussed in your group meeting today?

In todays discussion, it was the last conversation that we had as a group. Today in our discussion, we talked about the overall status of Siddhartha and the lessons that were taught in this book. First, Siddhartha had changed dramatically, and there were none of the fluctuating emotions and feelings that troubled Siddhartha in the past. We talked about how Siddhartha now had begun to understand how every thing/ event had a good side and a bad side. Before, Siddhartha had only acted to the immediate events that occurred, and did not think deeply nor did he hypothesize wisely about what would happen in the future. But in the end, Siddhartha realized that some events in life were 'inevitable' and therefore he had to strong accept these inevitable events that occurred in life. Therefore, our group pointed out the crucial factor- in life, there are sad, bad as well as happy, good events that occur. You will have to accept both, if you want to succeed and learn to let things go, and also to accept things at different times in life one will want to grow stronger.

What was the most interesting idea or insight that was discussed in your group meeting today? Discussion # 3**

There were numerous interesting idea or insight that our group had discussed today. There were thoughtful observations that each member of my group had contributed. Out of all of these different, numerous opinions that we had as a group, there was one common observation that every single member in my group had agreed to. We noticed that Siddhartha was not stable mentally, because there were so many things going on. For example, at one point in the book, Siddhartha describes himself as 'god' and that he is merely 'perfect'. He adores every step that he takes. However, he suddenly starts to hate his life, questioning himself to why he lives, and at one point tries to commit suicide along the river. After his thoughts fluctuate up and down, at this end of this section, he comes across a river. It is then he realizes how he should concentrate and live alongside the river for a while, to stabilize his fluctuating emotions.

Discussion # 2**
 * What was the most interesting idea or insight that was discussed in your group meeting today?

Today in our group discussion, we discussed a 'major' concept that was illustrated in the book. This major 'concept' was revealed by each of our group members- Siddhartha's maturing form in his life. This means that as the book progressed on, Siddhartha started to think more deeply and took each factor that he did not consider before seriously, into his account. He started to __reason__ things in the world and he started to observe if the actions he conducted were positive. This now meant that not only did he have to make wise decisions, he now had to respect every factor that he saw around him in his daily life. For example, Siddhartha goes up to a women and speaks in a much more moderate tone stating that he 'will not look down when speaking'. This is an example of a strong change that occurred within Siddhartha. As time passed, he started to see the world much more differently than before.


 * Pattern 9a:**

Sentence: "I am no longer who I was, I am no longer an ascetic, I am no longer a priest, I am no longer a Brahmin."

There is a repetition of the same key word in the same position in the same tense, as these repetitions point out the key structure to this particular sentence.


 * My research

Siddhartha was born in 565 B.C.E. He was born in Kapilavastu, in the modern day, what is known as Nepal. Url: http://www.aboutbuddha.org/english/life-of-buddha.htm/ This site is very reliable. First, this site is an "org" (organization), as there are almost no flawed information. Second, this site only talks about Buddah and his life, so there are very specific accurate details since it is a 'Buddah' (Siddhartha) site that explains everything about him. This source, explains everything about Siddhartha and his life as stated before. For example, there are various categories in which there are explanations of how Siddhartha (Buddah) lived his life, who he was, when he was born, so on. This source creates an interesting site for those who wish to conduct precise information on the life os Siddhartha (Buddah). There are additional links on the page about further information on Buddah when you visit the page. On the page, it also talks about how Buddah was born in Northern India which is modern day known as Nepal. This site gives precise, accurate information as it is supported and advertised by an organization which concentrates merely on religious based sources such as Buddhism.

What was the most interesting idea or insight that was discussed in your group meeting today? Discussion #1

In today's discussion, our group talked about the main theme that was conveyed throughout the story. Since we only started reading this book recently, the introduction talked about the main lesson that was going to be taught in this book. This main lesson/theme that our group members talked about were the goals Siddhartha was trying to achieve. After reading the first portion of the book, our group learned that Siddhartha did not have a minor specific goal that he wanted to achieve, but a goal that seemed to be impossible. It was living in a complete happy, society, to pursue his life to learn the vital lessons where there would be no missing pieces to creating a 'perfect' society. Our group pointed out one interesting point that Siddhartha was willing to risk, - hunger, to give up his desires and dreams to create a better living environment.**

Reading Assignments: Divide your novel into four sections - by pages or chapters. **Post the schedule below on your wiki page with your pages/chapters due filled in for each class.**

Class 39 World Literature Circles - Meeting #1 Pages / Chapters Due: 1-34

Class 41 World Literature Circles - Meeting #2 Pages / Chapters Due: 35-76

Class 43 World Literature Circles - Meeting #3 Pages / Chapters Due: 77-101

Class 44 World Literature Circles - Meeting #4 Pages / Chapters Due:102-132


 * Preview** your book by answering the following questions on your wiki page:
 * What do you think this novel will be about based on the cover art? (complete sentence) - I think that this novel will be about Buddah, conveying the importance this religion.
 * READ THE FIRST PAGE ALOUD IN YOUR GROUP
 * What is the POV (provide evidence)? - Third person
 * What conflict is introduced?- There is no conflict
 * What characters are introduced? Brahmin, the father of Siddhartha, the young falcon, Govinda his friend, and Brahmin the father of Govinda.
 * What do you learn about each of the characters (provide textual evidence)? - Siddhartha's father is proud of his son Siddhartha, Siddhartha is eager to learn, his mother is also very excited to watch Siddhartha grow more intellectually.
 * What is the setting (time, location)? It takes place during the daytime close to the riverbank.
 * What do you think this book will be about? (complete sentences) - I think this book will be about how Siddhartha had taught himself through the process of life (the essential skills needed to survive), and how he accomplishes each barrier that lies in front of him, in addition to teaching himself the moral awareness of what is right and wrong.