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lepetitdragonvert · 1 year ago
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The Bacchante
c. 1853
Artist : Jean Léon Gérôme
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arthistoryiscooliguess · 8 months ago
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"darkness confers sanctity."
The Bacchae, Euripides, translated by John Davie
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mythological-art · 2 months ago
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The Bacchantes
Artist: Austrian School
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amatesura · 2 years ago
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Léon Bakst, costume design for Bacchantes in 'Narcisse', 1911
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hermywolf · 2 months ago
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from The Bacchae: A City Sacrificed to a Jealous God by Richard Schechner
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couyon-boogie · 5 months ago
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satan-conduit-le-bal · 8 months ago
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vsthepomegranate · 2 years ago
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Orphée (1950)
by Jean Cocteau
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sunlitgame · 1 month ago
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A Feminist Theory of Refusal, by Bonnie Honig
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may-fleece · 2 years ago
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Bacchanalia - wine, freedom, intoxication and ecstasy
bacchantes
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blueheartbooks · 1 year ago
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Dionysian Delirium Unleashed: A Riveting Odyssey into Euripides' Bacchae
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Euripides' timeless masterpiece, "Bacchae," as brilliantly translated by Gilbert Murray, serves as an electrifying exploration into the essence of human nature and the intoxicating power of the divine. This Athenian drama unfolds with an enigmatic title that hints at revelry, and indeed, the narrative plunges the audience into the captivating chaos of Dionysian rites. Murray's translation masterfully captures the raw energy and mysticism of the original text, plunging readers into a world where reason battles ecstasy, and the boundaries between mortals and gods blur into a thrilling dance of delirium.
The play centers around the god Dionysus, who descends upon Thebes to assert his divine identity. The portrayal of the erratic and orgiastic rituals of the Bacchantes, led by the charismatic yet enigmatic Dionysus, becomes a metaphorical journey into the deepest recesses of human psychology. Murray's linguistic prowess and sensitivity to the nuances of ancient Greek bring forth the rich tapestry of tragedy, ecstasy, and divine intervention that permeates every scene.
As the tension between Dionysus and the skeptical King Pentheus escalates, the audience is drawn into a complex web of power, belief, and the consequences of denying the divine. Murray's translation skillfully weaves together the poetic and the profound, ensuring that the play's philosophical undercurrents are as resonant today as they were in ancient Athens.
"Bacchae" is more than a dramatic spectacle; it is a philosophical inquiry into the nature of faith, reason, and the consequences of defying the divine order. Murray's translation adds a layer of accessibility without sacrificing the original's poetic brilliance, making this rendition an ideal entry point for both seasoned scholars and newcomers to Greek tragedy.
In conclusion, "Dionysian Delirium Unleashed" is a riveting journey through the mystical and tumultuous realm of "Bacchae," inviting readers to question the boundaries of sanity, embrace the divine within, and confront the consequences of resisting the call of the god of wine and revelry.
"Bacchae," of Euripides skillfully translated by Gilbert Murray is available in Amazon in paperback 10.99$ and hardcover 18.99$ editions.
Number of pages: 152
Language: English
Rating: 8/10                                           
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Review By: King's Cat
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blueheartbookclub · 1 year ago
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Dionysian Delirium Unleashed: A Riveting Odyssey into Euripides' Bacchae
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Euripides' timeless masterpiece, "Bacchae," as brilliantly translated by Gilbert Murray, serves as an electrifying exploration into the essence of human nature and the intoxicating power of the divine. This Athenian drama unfolds with an enigmatic title that hints at revelry, and indeed, the narrative plunges the audience into the captivating chaos of Dionysian rites. Murray's translation masterfully captures the raw energy and mysticism of the original text, plunging readers into a world where reason battles ecstasy, and the boundaries between mortals and gods blur into a thrilling dance of delirium.
The play centers around the god Dionysus, who descends upon Thebes to assert his divine identity. The portrayal of the erratic and orgiastic rituals of the Bacchantes, led by the charismatic yet enigmatic Dionysus, becomes a metaphorical journey into the deepest recesses of human psychology. Murray's linguistic prowess and sensitivity to the nuances of ancient Greek bring forth the rich tapestry of tragedy, ecstasy, and divine intervention that permeates every scene.
As the tension between Dionysus and the skeptical King Pentheus escalates, the audience is drawn into a complex web of power, belief, and the consequences of denying the divine. Murray's translation skillfully weaves together the poetic and the profound, ensuring that the play's philosophical undercurrents are as resonant today as they were in ancient Athens.
"Bacchae" is more than a dramatic spectacle; it is a philosophical inquiry into the nature of faith, reason, and the consequences of defying the divine order. Murray's translation adds a layer of accessibility without sacrificing the original's poetic brilliance, making this rendition an ideal entry point for both seasoned scholars and newcomers to Greek tragedy.
In conclusion, "Dionysian Delirium Unleashed" is a riveting journey through the mystical and tumultuous realm of "Bacchae," inviting readers to question the boundaries of sanity, embrace the divine within, and confront the consequences of resisting the call of the god of wine and revelry.
"Bacchae," of Euripides skillfully translated by Gilbert Murray is available in Amazon in paperback 10.99$ and hardcover 18.99$ editions.
Number of pages: 152
Language: English
Rating: 8/10                                           
Link of the book!
Review By: King's Cat
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hildegardladyofbones · 10 months ago
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I love tragedies bc they're just miserable all around. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
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honoringthor · 4 months ago
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Maenad, showed up at the city of Amphissa and collapsed in exhaustion after their ritual. The women of the city, which was being occupied at the time, stood guard and protected them against the enemy as they slept.
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The Women of Amphissa by Lawrence Alma-Tadema (1887)
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hermywolf · 2 months ago
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dreamconsumer · 26 days ago
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Orpheus Torn to Pieces by the Bacchantes.
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