The Myth Of The Eternal Return by Mircea Eliade
Cosmos and History
This thought-provoking work delves into the concept of cyclical time and the human desire to reconnect with the sacred through rituals and myths. It explores how ancient societies perceived time not as a linear progression but as a series of recurring cycles, where historical events are reenacted to restore cosmic order and meaning. The book examines the symbolic significance of these rituals and their role in transcending the mundane, offering a profound insight into the universal quest for renewal and the eternal return to a primordial state of being.
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- Published
- 1949
- Nationality
- Romanian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
- - Cosmos and History
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