Myth of Sisyphus

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1. How does human existence seen in the myth of Sisyphus? Do you think human existence as “futile” like on the myth? Why or why not? In the myth of Sisyphus, human existence seems to be absurd. In this myth, the feeling of absurdity exile us from the homelike comforts of a meaningful existence. In addition from this feeling, it is linked to the idea that life is meaningless and the act of suicide is linked to the idea that life is not worth living. It only happens if we have lack of hope and not seeing the true meaning and purpose of our existence. 2. What do you think the symbolisms used in the myth that describes human existence?

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1.How does human existence seen in the myth of Sisyphus? Do you think human

existence as “futile” like on the myth? Why or why not?

In the myth of Sisyphus, human existence seems to be absurd. In this

myth, the feeling of absurdity exile us from the homelike comforts of a

meaningful existence. In addition from this feeling, it is linked to the idea that

life is meaningless and the act of suicide is linked to the idea that life is not

worth living. It only happens if we have lack of hope and not seeing the true

meaning and purpose of our existence.

2.What do you think the symbolisms used in the myth that describes human

existence?

I think, the symbolism used in the myth which describes human

existence is Sisyphus had to roll up the rock from bottom to the top of the hill

because what he does is the symbol of what we do every day in our life, the

daily routine which is to justify that life is meaningless absurd and fruitless but it

should be taken as a challenge.

3. In your own analysis, does the myth speaks about “human freedom” or the

routine of “daily life”? Justify.

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In my own analysis, the myth speaks about the routine of our daily life

not the human freedom because when Sisyphus had to roll up the rock from

bottom to the top of the hill and repeats again when it rolls down, this

significantly symbolizes our daily routine which means we must face our

challenges no matter how hard it was, have faith and hope that we can achieve

something and live life to the fullest.

4. What is it about your life that resembles Sisyphus’ plight? What is your

relationship to your rock? Is the struggle itself enough for you?

I think, achieving to be a good son and good brother resembles

Sisyphus plight in my life because I need to be rational on some situations,

open minded, must a good impression to my younger brother and sister and

need to achieve something great.

My relationship to my rock is I need to achieve the concept itself for

me not to be punished by my parents.

I think, the struggles I’ve encountered was not enough because I need

more to be strong and faithful.

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5. Would you describe pushing a rock up a hill heaven, hell or something in

between?

I describe pushing a rock u a hill heaven because my life will be

worthless if I don’t do anything. Aside from it’s like an adventure for me, you

can earned lessons that might change you and after all struggles and

hindrances, with strong faith and hope, you can achieve something great and

your life will be fruitful and meaningful.