Becoming Quote by Antonin Artaud
“The race of prophets is extinct. Europe is becoming set in its ways, slowly embalming itself beneath the wrappings of its borders, its factories, its law-courts and its universities. The frozen Mind cracks between the mineral staves which close upon it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Theatre and Its Double, 1938
A critique of Europe’s stagnation, suggesting its institutions imprison thought and creativity.
In simple terms: Europe is stuck in rigid structures that choke new ideas.
Key Takeaway
Challenge and constraints.
Themes
culture
stagnation
institution
creativity
freedom
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- artistic practice
- policy reform
- education reform
Key Concepts
philosophy
social critique
psychoanalysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions evolve without losing identity?
- What alternatives to current structures could foster innovation?
A Different Perspective
Rigid systems can also provide stability and order.
