Lesson 2 - Theme - Literary Themes PDF

LITERARY THEME MS. CHRISNA ARDEE V. SASI English & Humanities Department, LTP  Learning Objectives At the end of the discussion, students are expected to: be able to identify and define the major recurring themes in literature; explain how themes can be used to provide insig...

LITERARY THEME MS. CHRISNA ARDEE V. SASI English & Humanities Department, LTP  Learning Objectives At the end of the discussion, students are expected to: be able to identify and define the major recurring themes in literature; explain how themes can be used to provide insight into a particular culture or time period; and evaluate how a particular theme is used to convey a particular message in a given piece of literature.  WORD OF THE DAY Bob Ong His nickname is derived - from the website “Bobong Pinoy”. University of the Philippines literary professor Paolo Manalo called Bob Ong’s work “urban culture lore” due to its contemporary nature. His writing technique uses conversational tones, nostalgic Filipino memories, and humor TABLE OF CONTENTS What is a Literary Theme Common Literary Theme THEME  Literary themes are the fundamental and often universal ideas explored in a literary work.  The theme of a story can be conveyed using characters, setting, dialogue, plot, or a combination of all of these elements.  By examining these themes in a literary work, readers can gain a better understanding of the characters and their motivations, as well as the society in which the story takes place.  Theme & Main Idea The theme is an It is what the story is about. In a underlying message in a way, the main idea is a tight literary text. summary of the plot. COMMON LITERARY THEMES Six common themes in literature are: 1. Good vs. Evil 2. Love 3. Redemption 4. Courage and Perseverance 5. Coming of Age 6. Revenge GOOD VERSUS EVIL The eternal struggle between good and evil that captivates readers across genres. It examines morality, ethical dilemmas, and the choices characters make in the face of adversity. EXAMPLES EXAMPLES L This theme explores the complexities of love in various forms—romantic, O familial, or platonic. It often examines the joy, conflict, and sacrifices involved in V relationships, revealing how love shapes characters' E lives and decisions. EXAMPLES  REDEMPTIO N This theme is a powerful literary theme that focuses on the idea of atonement and personal transformation. This involves a character's journey to atone for past wrongs or failures and seek forgiveness or improvement. EXAMPLES COURAGE & PERSEVERANCE Courage: This involves facing fear, adversity, or uncertainty with resolve and bravery. It’s not the absence of fear but the ability to act despite it. It means standing up for one’s beliefs, taking risks, or confronting difficult situations head-on. Perseverance: This is about persistence and maintaining effort over time, despite difficulties, delays, or failures. It involves continuing to push forward, even when progress seems slow or obstacles seem insurmountable. EXAMPLES  COMING OF AGE The journey from youth to adulthood is a transformative experience that resonates with readers of all ages. This theme explores growth, self-discovery, and the challenges of transitioning into maturity. EXAMPLES REVENG E A common plot in literature, this theme sets up a conflict between one character and his or her enemies as he or she journeys to avenge wrongs done to them. A revenge story may depict the trials a character must endure in order to achieve their vengeance —or, explore the human cost and moral dilemmas around pursuing vengeance in the first place EXAMPLES EXAMPLES Let us now read and identify the THEME in the literary text. DISCUSSION OF THE LITERARY TEXT THANKS