Part II: Imagery of the sinful woman
The artistic reception of the so-called Fall of Man clearly testifies to how differently this story was told.
Images formulate the diverse views of gender characteristics and question a natural hierarchy of men and women. The motifs of the so-called Fall of Man seem to be well known and understood…
With humanism in the Renaissance, and especially from the 15th century in Italy, anatomical studies became increasingly important. With the growing influence of the courts, which are eager for cultural prestige, comes a social climate in which progressive artistic research can take place. …
Part I: A story of awareness and emancipation
From the interpretation of the original Hebrew texts by the Latin Church to an understanding of the Enlightenment and contemporary positions.
Man and woman as Adam and Eve. Their story has been told and heard multiple times. We seem to know how the Bible describes these first moments of humanity…
A personal take on why clearing our mind is so important — and difficult.
We hear a lot about the positive effects of meditation and awareness practices. But what do these techniques facilitate?
They help us to empty our thought-bucket. What do I mean by that?
We are always subject to…
How ancient concepts can broaden our understanding.
Time. We carry it within us. Our body is subdued to it, but our thoughts as well try to kidnap us from the present moment — the future is planned meticulously and we brood over the past. This ability is an integral part…
