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“Dionysus had already been scared form the tragic stage, by a demonic power speaking through Euripides. Even Euripides was, in a sense, only a mask: the deity that spoke through him was neither Dionysus nor Apollo, but an altogether newborn demon, called Socrates .” quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
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““Dionysus had already been scared form the tragic stage, by a demonic power speaking through Euripides. Even Euripides was, in a sense, only a mask: the deity that spoke through him was neither Dionysus nor Apollo, but an altogether newborn demon, called Socrates .””

Friedrich Nietzsche

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Artistic inspiration can be a dangerous, unknown force, masquerading as wisdom.

In simple terms: Inspiration may hide perilous ideas.

Key Takeaway

Question the source of your inspiration.

Themes

art philosophy danger identity mythology

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • academic study
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

mask metaphor divine inspiration philosophical critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What masks do you wear when creating?
  • How can you discern true inspiration?
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