English Literature: Day 15 1.Introduction to KJB: PowerPoint on Bible’s importance in literature Homework: Read and become familiar “King James Bible” p Sonnet study continues (OPEN and prepare to update your sonnet worksheet) Study sonnets together; multiple sonnets assigned as homework 3.Homework: For Tuesday: Motivational speech in 314 words or less beginning of period For Tuesday: Read and complete worksheet on poems Sonnet 75 page 268; Sonnet 31 p. 272; Sonnet 116 p. 295 For Tuesday: Read and be prepared to discuss p , “from Genesis” from the King James version of the Bible and “Psalm 23”; study for unit 1 test For Block day: Read Donne, pages , , ; Read Bacon p. 283, ; study for unit 1 test For Friday: Study for Unit 1 Test

Learning Targets Students will understand and be able to recognize Renaissance ideas as presented in the literature from that time period. Students will learn differentiations between three sonnet forms and how to identify the different sonnet types, as well as characteristics of the metaphysical poets.

The Sonnet (REVIEW) 14 line poems Iambic pentameter: – Each line has five metric units, called FEET – Each FOOT contains: Unstressed syllable Stressed syllable – Each line, then has ___ syllables. (5 units x 2 syllables/foot = ___ syllables per line) Rhyme scheme: Pattern of rhyme based on last word in each line For more on sonnets, review the Sonnet PowerPoint on Moodle!

The Petrarchan Sonnet aka Italian (REVIEW) Example: “Whoso List To Hunt” p. 262 Theme: Unrequited (unreturned) love Lines 1-8: These lines are called an OCTave. They present a problem or a situation. Lines 9-14: These lines are called the SEStet. These provide an answer or resolution to the problem or situation presented in the octave. The switch from the problem to the resolution is called “the turn” Rhyme pattern: ABBAABBA CDECDE or CDCDCD

The Spenserian Sonnet (Spenser and Sidney) Format: 3 quatrains + 1 couplet Each quatrain has its own rhyme scheme ABAB BCBC CDCD EE: Every other line rhymes Last rhyme of first stanza becomes first rhyme of second stanza. Repeated in the third. Ends with a rhymed couplet. Purpose: Rhyme scheme pushes the sonnet toward the final couplet, in which the writer typically makes a key point or comment.

Edmund Spenser (p ) “Sonnet 30” p. 267: – Symbolism: Fire and Ice – Hot and cold “Sonnet 75” p. 268 (HMWK) – Strand=beach/sand – Romantic, yet fleeting action that won’t last (mortal) – Immortality in verse Spenserian sonnets: – abab bcbc cdcd ee (EEdmund!) – rhyme scheme “pushes” reader forward

Sir Philip Sydney (p ) Sonnets from from Astrophel and Stella a sonnet sequence – A sonnet sequence is a series of sonnets, interrelated by content or theme. Read “Building Background” p. 271 aloud “Sonnet 31: from Astrophel and Stella” (READ AS HOMEWORK) – Apostrophe to the moon (directly addressing an inanimate object) “Sonnet 39: from Astrophel and Stella” – Apostrophe to sleep (thou=you) – Main themes: Romantic passion over religion – Focus on: Style/apostrophe – Rhyme scheme? – Type of sonnet?

The Shakespearean Sonnet aka English Format: 3 quatrains + 1 couplet Each quatrain has its own rhyme scheme Rhyme scheme: ABAB CDCD EFEF GG Every other line rhymes Ends with a rhymed couplet Purpose: Allows for a more detailed development of the question or problem in the first 3 quatrains. Demands a quick summary and solution in the couplet.

William Shakespeare (p ) “Sonnet 116” p. 295 (HMWK) “Sonnet 130” What does he compare love to? What ideas about love does he suggest/express in both sonnets? How are they different? Focus is on qualities of the person and of the love, not comparisons with objects or ideals.

King James version of the Bible Translated to English for everyone, not just clergy Best selling, most widely available book to all types and classes of people Studied not for its religious value, but its literary impact Prose vs. poetry – Prose: Narrative stories – Poetry: Psalms (150 songs of praise) Today/Tuesday: – PowerPoint introduction – Video introduction to KJB (2 minutes)KJB

The King James Translation of the Bible

 King James Version of the Holy Bible  Printed in 1611  Most widely read English text for centuries  Primarily written in prose, with poetry in some parts.  Techniques: Style Style Metaphors Metaphors Parallel structure Parallel structure

The Bible  A Collection Collection of sacred literature of Judaism and Christianity Collection of sacred literature of Judaism and Christianity A collection of many different booksA collection of many different books The word “Bible” translates to “little books” in GreekThe word “Bible” translates to “little books” in Greek The Christian Bible was The Christian Bible was originally written in Greek originally written in Greek Contains the same literature as the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as well as 27 additional books (New Testament) Contains the same literature as the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as well as 27 additional books (New Testament)

The Bible  From Latin to English Up until the 16th century, the Bible was read during mass in Latin Up until the 16th century, the Bible was read during mass in Latin During the Protestant Reformation individuals (like Martin Luther) During the Protestant Reformation individuals (like Martin Luther) began translating the Bible began translating the Bible into other languages into other languages The first English version of the Bible was translated and printed in 1552 by English Protestant William Tyndale The first English version of the Bible was translated and printed in 1552 by English Protestant William Tyndale

The Bible  The King James Version King James was aggravated with the seven different versions of the Bible and requested 47 scholars help him create a uniform version King James was aggravated with the seven different versions of the Bible and requested 47 scholars help him create a uniform version The scholars compared the English The scholars compared the English texts to Hebrew and Greek texts texts to Hebrew and Greek texts The process took 7 years The process took 7 years The official King James version was printed in 1611 The official King James version was printed in 1611

The Bible The King James’s Legacy  Not only was the King James version the most popular version of the Bible, it became the most widely read piece of literature of the time  Since the Norman Conquest of 1066, the English language had been rapidly changing. Because the King James version of the Bible was widely read by everyone in England, it had a significant influence on the English language overall  The King James version provided a constant that the English language lacked

The Bible  The King James Bible as a Literary Work Admired for its beauty and simplicity Admired for its beauty and simplicity Mostly written in prose Mostly written in prose The 150 Psalms, which make up the last section of the Old Testament, are written in poetic form and are generally sung The 150 Psalms, which make up the last section of the Old Testament, are written in poetic form and are generally sung