Reflecting on the Apollonian and Dionysian dichotomy, I always recall one contemporary author, Nassim Nicholas Taleb. While our pursuit of knowledge is basically for the Apollonian order, his works remind us of the Dionysian chaos. Every few years Taleb released his book, and every time it reminded me of the Dionysian attributes. Let me introduce … Continue reading Dionysian Attributes
Day: July 18, 2019
Apollonian and Dionysian
Is our world in order or chaotic? It depends on how we see the world. If we are Apollonian, it should be in order. If Dionysian, it could be chaotic. It is one of the well-known dichotomies in Greek mythology, and one of the key concepts in understanding works of art, mainly invoked by Friedrich … Continue reading Apollonian and Dionysian
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