Hic Est Arcana Divina Anima Mundi by Mondwin
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First of all be understanding, drawing quality is not great because of reduced size and quality to be within the limits of Renderosity.
Anima Mundi. It's a very difficult concept. Many people know the Gaia Hypothesis - but for those who do not know, I briefly summarize from Wikipedia:
The Gaia hypothesis, also known as Gaia theory or Gaia principle, proposes that all organisms and their inorganic surroundings on Earth are closely integrated to form a single and self-regulating complex system, maintaining the conditions for life on the planet.
This is a modern theory, also considered by some a little risky. In many ancient peoples and civilizations, another idea was considered: the Anima Mundi. Again a litte resume from Wikipedia:
The world soul (in Latin Anima mundi) is, according to several systems of thought, an intrinsic connection between all living things on the planet, which relates to our world in much the same way as the soul is connected to the human body. The idea originated with Plato and was an important component of most Neoplatonic systems.
It is immediately obvious the similarity between the two concepts.
Although the definition is the original Greek civilization, its actual origins are older than history. Although with minor variations, this idea has been present throughout history, civilizations and people, at least until the expansion of the monotheistic religions. These, however, did not deny the idea itself, rather it has been subject to the divinity.
Even today many important religious and theologians, as well as scientists, rediscover and reaffirm this idea in its entirety.
Thousands of years to become aware of something that the ancient peoples knew already. But despite this, we all see what we are doing wrong and evil to the Earth, to people, to life ... to the soul of the world.
Some even consider the human race as a disease of the world and fear the consequences of this. Maybe it's an extreme idea, maybe not.
If there is a soul in the world, it certainly suffer. It took a lot of patience. But I think the man has always been too evil to deserve the patience in the world. Today, our ever-present cruelty, though masked by the complexity of a modern civilization, we add the abuse of every available resource. And we are all guilty, all of us. So, how much patience will yet the world?
Today, we all know, is a difficult time. But still there are people, many people, who continue to abuse everything and everyone. How long can we tolerate? How much more our world, our home, can tolerate?
I'm not interested in stories and theories about the End of the World, 2012, and other such things. The world is alive, it grows, it changes, it has its good times and difficult ones. But we have gone beyond the laws of nature. Any time, we can pass the no return point. We can disappear in a short time, the world will go on, though. It has a future, we may not.
In my picture there are men who prays, they ask for forgiveness and help, but really we believe that this is enough?
Each of us, honestly, knows or should know the answer.
Maybe it's time to follow the heart, to use the reason, not the cruelty and abuse. It is time to think about, it is time to build our future not to destroy it.
Comments (369)
K_T_Ong
Great image, equally inspiring message. Though my belief is that we're probably entering the nadir of some cosmic cycle, when evil becomes dominant and there'll be much destruction and hardship before a new cycle begins, like the many phases of the moon in this image...
sossy
impressive and fantastic work! perfect interpretation and symbolism! very interesting work! ;o)
hilmarion
But in all this mystery we are longing for the day that Anima Mundi and Sophia unify
giulband
molto molto interessante
junge1
Very nice!
prae
Wonderful and very thought provoking.
Froggy
We certainly have gone past the point of no return (IMHO!) - time will tell as with all things ans I could well be wrong! Let's hope so eh?
Sylverdali
absolutely stunning a real magical image, the lighting and colors really pop, a very unique image
Rob2753
Beautiful Whylma, a fine representation of Gaia
karl.garnham1
WOW! You are very Talented you must be proud. Well Done Karl
Tisket
What a powerful work you've created. The symbolism is incredible and moving.
OddMuse
Excellent work! Hugs to you!
MadameLeStrange
I love this! Beautiful work!
Jan19
Beautiful picture, interesting theory. :-) More and more people are saying, "We're all connected," so maybe it's true. And isn't it interesting that we pray and pray for change, and at the same time continue to damage the planet and each other, even though we might not consciously intend to do that. For our planet to heal, the human race may have to be re-programmed and taught how to use, but not destroy.
badgerorg
This image has more comments than any image I have seen to date. I can see why. The symbolism is striking!
Maxstar
Makes me think of a combination between two Tarot cards - the High Priestess and the Empress.
Snowpheonix
Super creative.. Love the vision here. Very inspiring.
glix70
Amazing dedi to our sister Gaia, I writen a poem to her, but it is in Italian and not so easy to translate but if you have friends that can translate to you. I dedi it to your marvellour artwork: "Io Terra Coltelli scrostati con panno umido, da mani slegate, sono lanciati. Giro, a precessione, sull’asse inclinata d’un cerchio rotante, la lama penetrata nel tenero compensato, mi ha sfiorata un’altra volta, eruttando, dal mio conscio, lacrime di speranza; nebbia momentanea irrompe nel mio sguardo, aria smossa dal fulmineo dardo, doppia l’udito con striduli lamenti. Sibilo dirompente batte le tempie del cieco bendato mentre torrenti di linfa mutano l’argine. “…nuvole rosate ammirano lo stupore del vento…” Sferzata insolente, appende il fragile lembo di stoffa, sfogliando a burro la pelle ed il bimbo geme per il sorpreso orrore nell’essere ancora solo…un io senza verbo. Dispersa nel vuoto canto, a squarcia gola, le note del moto perpetuo, costretta, da spirali concentriche, a trasformarmi fino alla non forma. D’incanto disperdo il mio conscio, travolta dall’insolita armonia del caos… Il lento guardarmi si dissolve a singhiozzo… permettendomi di danzare e correre a rinnovata forza… So d’esser fragile per il mio batter le ciglia d’un tempo della vostra vita… A voi, che mi sentite ancora viva sotto i vostri piedi nudi, urlo… desta, di nuovo, dal millenario sonno. Iniziata il 06/09/2000 finita il 19/09/2002 Gianluca A. Lamberti (Gianji)" Cheers!!! Gianji :0) p.s. thanks to your support in my shots ;0)
sazzart
Utterly well done surrealis, Whylma! Bravo***** Hugs and...
ANGELFIRE999
Beautiful and thought provoking!
Eremes
Very interesting work (all of your pictures), original and thought provoking. Mes compliments
drittervon5
Grossartiges Bild! Sehr schöne Beschreibung!
oddment
I find your work, and words, very agreeable.
tulipe
Fantastic image!
Sandrose
Such a wonderful picture. Being something like a pantheist, I love it! And I would love to see it as a tarot card, 'The High Priestess'...
cadmar
You are amazingly talented! You have a great sense in use of symbols. The Esotericism of your work is very admirable. Way to go!! Thank you for sharing. :)
ANeNa
So very beautiful!!! Excellent concept and render. I love the shapes and colors.
MasterW54
I would really like to own a signed print of this work, if you are marketing. Joel
rustic01
You have created a brilliant and masterful piece of work and you are a very gifted artist! You obviously think and feel deeply about your creations which I envy you for! Keep up the amazing work!!
e-brink
A beautiful image!!! Very well done.