The idiom ‘comparing apples and oranges’ has been used in the English language to deny comparison between objects and ideas that are inherently different and therefore incomparable. Many discussions have been ended, debates have been halted, and ideas have been crushed by this one simple phrase. Yet, how suitable in reality is the phrase in terms of comparison. The idea definitely stems as an appeal to tradition as it has been used for generations, however, under further examination it is clear to see that the phrase holds little virtue. Apples and oranges actually have many comparisons and contrasts as shown in their observable attributes, nutritional composition, and functional purposes. The observable attributes of apples and oranges have similar values. For example, both of the fruits are grown on trees and possess seeds that are sealed in the inner layers of the fruit. The fruits have a chemical composition that includes a large amount of liquid substance as opposed to solidity, which explains why both are readily made into juices. While the shapes of the fruits do...
When wisdom is mixed with disobedience it opens the door for evil to abound. Although Eve was the first to take of the fruit and Adam the second, both shared responsibility in the transgression as Arnold describes it. (62;67,
... a conscious way and were followed in some cases because they had been there long enough for them to appear traditional.
It can be argued that the theme of light VS darkness is used to good
"Again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a
If you marry a woman for her looks you may end up with an unhappy life. If you eat a bird for its singing you may not get a good bird, or you may get sick.
Comparisons over time may be inaccurate due to changing measures, unchanging measures, or projections. Comparisons among places can go wrong not only in different countries, but in rural and urban areas as well. Making comparisons among groups can also be comparing apples and oranges, as people with different socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or religion cannot be compared as simply as desired. Even social problems cannot be compared to each other, because no two are the same and sometimes aren’t even similar.
that prevailed at the time the style was introduced. There was usually a time lag before the
Through conquest and exploration, apples were spread when Romans conquered England and when Spaniards brought them to Mexico and South America. It wasn’t until the mid 1600’s that the Pilgrims cultivated them in Massachusetts. It is believed that John Endecott, an early governor, was the first to bring an apple tree to North America, and the first orchard was planted on Beacon Hill by a clergyman named William Blaxton. It is Blaxton who is credited for growing the first named apple, the Yellow Sweeting. Once apples were established in New England, they played an active role in everyday life. As a fruit which was easily stored through the winter, as well as being very beneficial to settlers’ health, apples were a main staple in early settlers’ diets. Despite the fact that apples were not initially from North America, and have been growing disease-free for centuries in their native habitats, the early settlers found that the long, hot summers and cold winters of New England grew apples unlike anywhere else in the world. New England apples are known not only for their unique blend of tart and sweet flavors, but also for their size and freshness.
thou wilt quarrel with a man that hath a hair more, or a hair less, in
comparisons.) As an example, God is the creator of all, and there is a place in
- Auden, W. H. and Kronenberger, Louis. The Viking Book of Aphorisms. New York: Viking
2. Cook, A. A. 1975. Diseases of Tropical and Subtropical Fruits and Nuts, Hafner Press,
believe that something as “easy” as not eating a fruit from a tree can be avoid by
Nowadays the soft drinks industry is booming, alcohols are not as successful as before and sodas are pointed out for their high sugar content. This is profitable for bio fruit beverages and other fruit based alternative beverages. This market is full of innovative ideas and opportunities.