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On GivingBy KAHLIL GIBRAN
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KAHLIL GIBRAN
(1883-1931)•Born in Gibran, Bsherri, Northern Lebanon•A priest told him about religion, the Bible, and Languages•His passion was to free Lebanon from Ottoman rule.•In new York he gained fame for his mystical writings•In demand in literary circles•His most famous book is The Prophet
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GIVE THE MEANING OF THE UNDERLINED WORDS.
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Over-prudent dog burying bones in the trackless sand- wise in handling particular matters
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Thirst that is unquenchable
-impossible to quench
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Bounty of life
- generosity evidenced by a willingness to give freely
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That pain is their baptism
- a Christian sacrament signifying spiritual cleansing and rebirth
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The myrtle breathes its fragrance into space
- widely cultivated as a groundcover for its dark green shiny leaves and usually blue-violet flowers
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Is there aught you would withhold?
- no amount at all; something of no value or importance
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- pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
For to withhold is to perish
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- tear or be torn violently
Rend their bosom
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- put in a horizontal position
Lay a yoke upon yourself
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- Not embarrassedTheir pride unabashed
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On GivingBY KAHLIL GIBRAN
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THINK OVER….
What does drinking from the ocean of life mean?What is your concept of true giving?
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"LISTEN TO THE SOUND OF THIS MUSIC/POEM"
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NOW, LET’S TRY…
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Comprehension Questions1. What does drinking from the
ocean of life mean?2. What is your concept of true
giving?3. According to the poem, when
does one truly give?4. What are the different kinds of
givers?5. Through whom does God speak
and who makes him smile?
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PANTOMIME ACTIVITY
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Pantomime
•The actor impersonating Charlie Chaplin conveys thoughtfulness through pantomime. •Pantomime is an acting technique that conveys emotion through non-verbal communication. •Occasionally referred to as 'the art of silence,' pantomime relies on facial expressions, body language and gestures. •Charlie Chaplin is perhaps the most famous actor of the silent film era to master the art of pantomime. •Pantomime teaches actors do not only rely on their voices, but their bodies and faces to tell a story. Learning pantomime techniques are important for any actor or performer.
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Group Activity:
• Make your own Pantomime based from the imagery portrayed by the poem – “ON GIVING”, and present it to the class.
• Take note of the personality you will portray, your gestures, and your convincing gestures.
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IT IS WHEN YOU GIVE OF YOURSELF THAT YOU TRULY GIVE.
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Reference:
• Sialongo, Erlinda B, et al. (2007) Literatures of the World. Quezon City: Rex Printing Company, Inc.