Myths Dreams and Mysteries
Myths Dreams and Mysteries
Mircea Eliade
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Myths Dreams and Mysteries

Myths, Dreams and Mysteries: The Encounter Between Contemporary Faiths and Archaic Realities

Mircea Eliade
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Mircea Eliade
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In "Myths, Dreams, and Mysteries," Mircea Eliade embarks on a profound exploration of the spiritual tapestry that has bound humanity across ages and civilizations. With the precision of a scholar and the insight of a philosopher, Eliade delves into the heart of ancient mythologies, unraveling the dreams and mysteries that have propelled human quest for meaning. Through his discerning eye, the reader is invited to traverse a world where myths are not mere stories, but the very underpinnings of reality, offering glimpses into the eternal questions of existence and the human condition. Eliade's masterful narrative reveals the universal relevance of these ancient narratives, demonstrating how they echo in the modern psyche and continue to shape our collective identity. Without resorting to oversimplification, he bridges the gap between the sacred and the profane, illuminating the role of the mythical in structuring human experience. This book is not just an academic treatise but a voyage into the depth of the soul, encouraging a reencounter with the mystical dimensions of life and a deeper understanding of the perennial meanings and destinies of mankind.

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Released
1957
1 Jan
Length
255
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Recommended on Jordan Peterson's website.
Une analyse adéquate de la mythologie diffuse de l'homme moderne demanderait des volumes. Car, laïcisés, dégradés, camouflés, les mythes et les images mythiques de rencontrent partout : il n'est que de les reconnaitre. Nous avons fait allusion à la structure mythologique des réjouissances du Nouvel An ou des fêtes qui saluent un "commencement" : on déchiffre encore la nostalgie de la renovatio, l'espoir que le monde se renouvelle, qu'on peut commencer une nouvelle Histoire dans un monde régénéré, c'est-à-dire créé à nouveau. On multiplierait facilement les exemples. Le Mythe du Paradis perdu survit encore dans les images de l'Ile paradisiaque et du paysage édénique, territoire privilégié où les lois sont abolies, où le temps s'arrête
— Mircea Eliade, Myths Dreams and Mysteries

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