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PADRAIC (OlUM
The myth of Osiris and Isis has been called one of the world's
oldest and greatest love stories. As you read, consider how
Isis' quest to save her husband reveals her deep love for him.
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enthroned in the domain of the Dead,
1 ::1LiI uynasty. The ancient Egyptians
worshiped Osiris as the ruler of the dead.
(j\ In the beginning of this myth, what is
'5JI Osiris' role on earth?
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:: First Thoughts
VVhich metamorphosis,
or transformation,
strikes you as the most important one in
this myth?
Identifying
Facts
Interpreting Meanings
1. From what point of view is "Osiris
and
Isis" told? What are the advantages of
telling the myth from this point of view?
Can you see any disadvantages?
2. What explanation
for the introduction
into the world?
Applying Meanings
In this myth we learn that Isis allowed the
troublemaking
Seth to be spared. Why do
you suppose she did this? How would you
have acted if you had been in Isis' place?
any obstacle.
2. In order for society to experience renewal, the old must give way to the new.
3. Without evil, no one would appreciate
the goodness in life.
4. Change and transformation
sary aspects of life.
are neces-
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