The Sergeant of the play is brave but irresponsible. He is the centre of the play and also responsible for taking the play towards a different ending not imagined in the beginning. He is an Irish serving as a policeman in the British government. He along with his team is handed the task of arresting the escaped prisoners. If he succedss he will get a promotion along with a reward of 100 pounds. The inner hidden love for his nation is aroused by the prisoner who meets him in disguise as a ragged man. The patriotic feeling towards the Nation surpasses the law and the Sergeant's loyalty towards his Nation stands out to be superior thereby giving a different twist to the story.
Sunday, November 17, 2019
Theme of 'The Rising of the Moon'
The 'Rising of the Moon' is a One Act play that throws light on Irish nationalism. The play reveals the dramatic imagination and charm of the characters. The title of the play is taken from the ballad on Shawn O'Farrell, which is a symbol of the Irish uprising against the British. The play deals with the hope of the Sergeant to arrest the run away prisoner so as to seek promotion and the reward of hundred pound. The prisoner, an Irish nationalist with his intelligence and charm manages to arise the love for nation in the mind of the sergeant, who is an Irish but serving in the British government. The Sergeants love for his nation surpasses over his duty and the prisoner escapes promising to return the favour.
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Expansion of ideas 7
Ignorance is bliss.
It is better to be ignorant sometimes in life. It's not necessary to always show off your knowledge and understanding. We can attain eternal peace at times by just remaining silent and observing things around us.
Four monks decided to meditate silently without speaking for two weeks. They began with enthusiasm and no one said a word the whole day. By nightfall of the first day, the candle began to flicker and then went out.
The first monk blurted out, "Oh, no! The candle is out."
The second monk said, "Hey! We are not supposed to speak!"
The third monk said in an irritated voice, "What is this? Why did you two break the silence?"
The fourth monk smiled and said, "Wow! I'm the only one who hasn't spoken."
~~~
Reflections:
Each monk broke the silence for a different reason, each of which is a common stumbling block in our inner journey: distraction, judgement, anger and pride.
The first monk got distracted by one aspect of his experience (the candle) and forgot what was more important - the practice of witnessing without reacting.
The second monk was more worried about others following the rules than in actually practicing himself. He was quick to judge without noticing that he himself was guilty of what he was criticizing.
The third monk let his anger towards the first two monks affect him. The singular burst of anger ruined the effort of the day.
The fourth monk lost his way because of pride. He was convinced he was superior to the others, proving his ignorance.
Why did the fourth monk speak at all? He could have simply maintained his silence and he would have been successful in his endeavor. But if he had, chances are, the other three might have continued to argue and not even noticed his silence. Some people are like this. Their motto is "If I'm doing something good, but no one notices, I might as well not be doing it at all." They believe that the reward is not in the effort, but in the recognition.
There is a beautiful quote, "It is the provence of knowledge to speak; it is the privilege of wisdom to listen."
As we learn to truly listen, witness and observe without impulsively reacting with distraction, judgement, anger and pride, then we understand the true meaning of silence.
It is better to be ignorant sometimes in life. It's not necessary to always show off your knowledge and understanding. We can attain eternal peace at times by just remaining silent and observing things around us.
Four monks decided to meditate silently without speaking for two weeks. They began with enthusiasm and no one said a word the whole day. By nightfall of the first day, the candle began to flicker and then went out.
The first monk blurted out, "Oh, no! The candle is out."
The second monk said, "Hey! We are not supposed to speak!"
The third monk said in an irritated voice, "What is this? Why did you two break the silence?"
The fourth monk smiled and said, "Wow! I'm the only one who hasn't spoken."
~~~
Reflections:
Each monk broke the silence for a different reason, each of which is a common stumbling block in our inner journey: distraction, judgement, anger and pride.
The first monk got distracted by one aspect of his experience (the candle) and forgot what was more important - the practice of witnessing without reacting.
The second monk was more worried about others following the rules than in actually practicing himself. He was quick to judge without noticing that he himself was guilty of what he was criticizing.
The third monk let his anger towards the first two monks affect him. The singular burst of anger ruined the effort of the day.
The fourth monk lost his way because of pride. He was convinced he was superior to the others, proving his ignorance.
Why did the fourth monk speak at all? He could have simply maintained his silence and he would have been successful in his endeavor. But if he had, chances are, the other three might have continued to argue and not even noticed his silence. Some people are like this. Their motto is "If I'm doing something good, but no one notices, I might as well not be doing it at all." They believe that the reward is not in the effort, but in the recognition.
There is a beautiful quote, "It is the provence of knowledge to speak; it is the privilege of wisdom to listen."
As we learn to truly listen, witness and observe without impulsively reacting with distraction, judgement, anger and pride, then we understand the true meaning of silence.
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Appeal on Yoga class
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Don't fret over stress
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Yoga for living, Yoga for a healthy body and sound mind.
Say goodbye to pills that kills.
Join Yoga and stay fit.
Ambika Yog Kutir is opening its new branch at
Thane, Early bird discount. Limited seats
Experts to train you.
So why think?
Call for further information on this number:
9876543210.
Don't fret over stress
Destress with Yog, the ancient therapy.
Yoga for living, Yoga for a healthy body and sound mind.
Say goodbye to pills that kills.
Join Yoga and stay fit.
Ambika Yog Kutir is opening its new branch at
Thane, Early bird discount. Limited seats
Experts to train you.
So why think?
Call for further information on this number:
9876543210.
Appeal on junk food
Say No to Junk food
Who doesn't like junk food
Ever thought about it's consequences?
If not, think it's never late to start a fresh
Say a big 'NO' to junk food. It only adds to your weight, pocket and health.
Home cooked food is the best alternative
So don't think: Throw away the bottle and can openers. Open ur mind with palatable balanced diet.
No tension, no worry, stay fit and healthy.
Bye bye to sickness. Eat healthy and become wealthy.
Friday, September 13, 2019
Expansion of ideas 6
Rome was not built in a Day.
The progress of man has not happened all of sudden. It has taken ages for him to grow and progress in life. Nothing happens all of sudden one needs to wait patiently for the result of his actions. This idea has been convayed through the above quote.
The city of Rome was not built in a day. People had to toil day and night to build it. The architecture of Rome is marvelled by all. If you sow a seed it will take years to blossom into a plant or tree and then to get the flower followed by the fruit. Success similarly cannot be achieved instantly . One needs to put in hard work and wait patiently for the outcome.
Therefore we need to keep in mind that 'Perseverance and hard work leads to success'.
The fruit of this is always sweet to be cherished.
The progress of man has not happened all of sudden. It has taken ages for him to grow and progress in life. Nothing happens all of sudden one needs to wait patiently for the result of his actions. This idea has been convayed through the above quote.
The city of Rome was not built in a day. People had to toil day and night to build it. The architecture of Rome is marvelled by all. If you sow a seed it will take years to blossom into a plant or tree and then to get the flower followed by the fruit. Success similarly cannot be achieved instantly . One needs to put in hard work and wait patiently for the outcome.
Therefore we need to keep in mind that 'Perseverance and hard work leads to success'.
The fruit of this is always sweet to be cherished.
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Anchoring
College Annual Day.
Respected dignitaries on and off the dias. I, XYZ, the host for today's programme wish you a very good morning and also welcome all of you for our Annual Day. Let us begin our day by invoking the blessings of God through a prayer. May I have the prayer group to present it. Let us now light the traditional lamp and for this I request the dignitaries on the dias to proceed
towards it and do the same. Thank you. Requesting all to take their respective seats.
It's indeed an honour to welcome the chief guest of today's programme Mr. Sadashiv Thorat, the CEO of Intech Software, welcome sir. I extend hearty welcome to the members of our management, faculties, parents and my dear friends. Now let's have a formal introduction and felicitation of our guests and for this I request our principal sir to take charge.
We now move on to the much awaited cultural programme. Friends are you ready to rock. Can't hear you louder please, so here we begin with a welcome dance presented by 12th standard. Wow!that indeed was excellent. Now let's have the 11th standard on the stage for a fusion dance. Superb performance, what do you say friends. Are you all enjoying? Let's have more fun through a comedy skit by the students of junior college. Really laughter riots. I can still see the laughter that's on even after the show. Let this fun continue forever and with this we wind up our programme with vote of thanks followed by National Anthem.
Respected dignitaries on and off the dias. I, XYZ, the host for today's programme wish you a very good morning and also welcome all of you for our Annual Day. Let us begin our day by invoking the blessings of God through a prayer. May I have the prayer group to present it. Let us now light the traditional lamp and for this I request the dignitaries on the dias to proceed
towards it and do the same. Thank you. Requesting all to take their respective seats.
It's indeed an honour to welcome the chief guest of today's programme Mr. Sadashiv Thorat, the CEO of Intech Software, welcome sir. I extend hearty welcome to the members of our management, faculties, parents and my dear friends. Now let's have a formal introduction and felicitation of our guests and for this I request our principal sir to take charge.
We now move on to the much awaited cultural programme. Friends are you ready to rock. Can't hear you louder please, so here we begin with a welcome dance presented by 12th standard. Wow!that indeed was excellent. Now let's have the 11th standard on the stage for a fusion dance. Superb performance, what do you say friends. Are you all enjoying? Let's have more fun through a comedy skit by the students of junior college. Really laughter riots. I can still see the laughter that's on even after the show. Let this fun continue forever and with this we wind up our programme with vote of thanks followed by National Anthem.
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