The curse of Bahraha is a mythical story that originated from the land of Hammerfell. It tells the tale of a powerful sorcerer named Bahraha, who was known for his incredible magical abilities. Bahraha had a gift for bringing inanimate objects to life and using them for various tasks. However, one day, Bahraha grew arrogant and decided to create a living army of his own, using his magic. He believed that with an army of living beings at his command, he would be unstoppable. As a result, he brought statues, weapons, and other objects to life, forming an army of golems.
literally "throw yourself to the crows"
I don t mean anything very explicit, sexual phrases are actually right out for a variety of reasons, but sending the poor guy to Hell or threatening him with getting his head smashed in would communicate his feelings pretty well. I don t mean anything very explicit, sexual phrases are actually right out for a variety of reasons, but sending the poor guy to Hell or threatening him with getting his head smashed in would communicate his feelings pretty well.
As a result, he brought statues, weapons, and other objects to life, forming an army of golems. Initially, everything seemed to be going according to plan for Bahraha. His army of golems obeyed his every command and went on to conquer many lands and cities.
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Hello everyone!
I have a very silly problem.
I only have a very basic understanding of Latin (however I'd like to change this fact in the future), and unfortunately even less of Greek.
What am I doing on this forum, then? Well.
I started writing a novel that's based mostly on Greek mythology, but is set in what became the place we now as Scotland today (it's a long story. )
The story itself is written in Hungarian, and later I'd like to translate it to English, but I find it very important to try to make it authentic. As most of the dialogue would in real life be in Celtic (because of the setting), I could say Celtic=Hungarian in this case. However, one of my main characters is of Greek origin, and sometimes tends to speak in Greek, for example if he's upset or angry. So I should write that in Greek, to differentiate it from the language spoken by the other characters.
. And my problem came into view when I realized that it's virtually impossible to find a source of swearwords/curses online - and be honest, you would swear in your mother tongue if you found yourself kidnapped overnight by an angry-looking Pict, for example.
Do you know any genuine Greek curses? I don't mean anything very explicit, sexual phrases are actually right out for a variety of reasons, but sending the poor guy to Hell or threatening him with getting his head smashed in would communicate his feelings pretty well.
Thank you for your ideas!
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Re: Curses in Greek?
Post by daivid » Fri Aug 02, 2013 4:51 pm
"βάλλ' εἰς κόρακας"
literally "throw yourself to the crows"
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Post by Paul Derouda » Sat Aug 03, 2013 7:14 pm
That's the first one that came to my mind too. You can also say more shortly εἰς κόρακας. I think it's the Greek equivalent of "To Hell with you!". The point is that for Greeks, burying a dead person's corpse was very important. With this curse, you're hoping that the person's unburied corpse should be eaten by crows.
Generally, Aristophanes is a good source of Greek curses, especially the really obscene ones.
The Greeks tended to swear by their gods. E.g. μὰ τὸν Δία "By Zeus!" (I think this is mostly used in a negative sentence, in an affirmative one I guess you'd say ναὶ (μὰ) τὸν Δία). In the Apology of Socrates, Plato uses a very mild expletitive μὰ τὸν κύνα, "By the dog!", to avoid naming an actual deity. I think this is very mild like "Gosh!" or something.
I think the god by which you swore depended on who you were. In different places different deities were more important than others and were more likely to sworn by. Also, I think women were more likely than men to swear by female deities. I guess also your profession and age had an effect. I'd hazard also that the situation that made you swear had an effect on the god you swore by. (I guess you didn't swear by Demeter if a storm broke out in the sea, and you didn't swear by Poseidon when you discovered that all your figs had been eaten by ants).
Greek cursing is actually a subject I'd like to know more about myself. I haven't really read any good treatment on the subject, just a bit here and there, especially while reading Aristophanes. Perhaps there's someone on the forum who can teach us something?
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But little did he know that his creations had a mind of their own. The golems grew tired of being used as tools and began to resent their master. With time, the golems became disobedient and destructive. They no longer followed Bahraha's orders and wreaked havoc everywhere they went. The once-mighty sorcerer found himself helpless against his own creations. He tried to undo the curse he had brought upon himself but could not find a way to reverse his magic. The curse of Bahraha left a lasting impact on the land of Hammerfell. The golems went on to terrorize the land, causing fear and destruction wherever they went. The people of Hammerfell were forced to live in constant fear of the golems, never knowing when they would strike next. This tale serves as a reminder of the dangers of arrogance and the consequences of tampering with forces beyond one's control. Bahraha's curse is a cautionary tale about the limits of power and the importance of humility. The curse of Bahraha is said to continue haunting Hammerfell to this very day, serving as a warning to all who dare to tread the path of unchecked ambition..
Reviews for "The Artifacts of Bahraha's Curse: Dangers Unleashed"
1. John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Curse of Bahraha". The storyline felt lackluster and unoriginal, with predictable plot twists and boring characters. I found it hard to connect with any of the characters or care about their fates. The special effects were subpar and didn't enhance the overall viewing experience. Overall, it just felt like a wasted opportunity for an interesting concept.
2. Sarah - 1 star - "The Curse of Bahraha" was a complete disaster in my opinion. The acting was amateurish, and the dialogue was cringe-worthy. The story lacked depth and was filled with clichés. The film failed to offer any originality or surprises, resulting in a tedious and predictable experience. The pacing was also off, with slow and dragged-out scenes that made me lose interest quickly. I would not recommend this film to anyone.
3. David - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "The Curse of Bahraha" based on the trailer, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The film lacked coherence, and the plot seemed disjointed. The character development was weak, leaving me disconnected from their struggles and unable to invest in their stories. The visual effects were underwhelming and didn't enhance the overall cinematic experience. Overall, it was a forgettable film that I wouldn't recommend to others.
4. Emily - 2 stars - I found "The Curse of Bahraha" to be a generic and uninspiring horror film. The scares were predictable, and there was an over-reliance on jump scares that became tiresome after a while. The storyline lacked originality, with a plot that felt recycled from various other horror movies. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it hard to care about their fates. Overall, it failed to deliver any notable thrills or memorable moments.