This quote suggests that reality itself can be understood as a grand story or a divine creation, much like a dream. It invites us to see deeper patterns and symbolic meanings in the world around us, beyond surface appearances.
Quote by Joseph Campbell: “The world is a mythological structure, a dream of God.”
The world is a mythological structure, a dream of God.
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The 1970s saw a rise in spiritual seeking and alternative philosophies, questioning dominant rationalist views. Campbell's work on mythology offered a framework for understanding the profound, symbolic dimensions of human existence.
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American mythologist, writer, and lecturer, best known for his work in comparative mythology and religion. His concept of the "monomyth" or "hero's journey" influenced countless artists and thinkers, exploring universal patterns in human storytelling and spiritual development.
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