Overview

I have decided on option two for week 2's readings.  Both of these options are new to me and I'm going to be honest I decided on Ramayana because it's free online.  I also really like the fact that there is an audio version, I will most defiantly be taking advantage of that.  I also really enjoy illustrations, overall I felt like Ramayana is the best choice for me and my learning style.

I have never taken a class about epic literature, I have taken a british literature class in high school, but I don't think those have much in common with each other.  I also have never watched Game of Thrones (or even know much about it) so I'm not sure how those are related either.  When I first think of the word mythology I think of all the different Greek Gods there are to learn about, but as I browse through this class I am learning that there is a lot more than just the Greek Gods.  I have been introduced to indian music, as I took a class over it once.  I do really enjoy all of the different kinds of instruments that create unique sounds. Growing up I was in band and have developed a love for musical instruments and music.

Looking though the pictures I didn't notice anything familiar. The images I added seemed the most interesting with an exciting back ground story to tell.

 

A depiction of Vishnu's incarnation as Matsya, the fish,

by Raja Ravi Varma Press.

Source: Wikimedia.

Krishna Holds Up Mount Govardhan

Date: ca. 1590–95; present-day Pakistan, probably Lahore

Metropolitan Museum of Art.

A roundel of Vishnu in his avatar as Kurma, the tortoise.

19th century 

(Wellcome Images L0043633)

-Had to add this one because I really love turtles!!