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The Thomistic Institute
Philosophy, Beauty, and Music | Fr. Gregory Pine, OP
Mar 30, 2019
Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, discusses the intricate nature of beauty, art's ability to communicate profound truths, the relationship between art and the artist, the role of human senses in recognizing beauty, and the divine connection through art and music, highlighting the transformative power of artistic expression.
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- Beauty is a multifaceted experience that can console, disturb, exhilarate, and inspire individuals in unique ways.
- The Aristotelian tradition categorizes reality into substances and accidents, emphasizing the importance of understanding foundational elements and qualities that characterize them, including transcendentals like beauty, truth, and goodness.
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Beauty as a Multifaceted Entity
Beauty is described as consoling, disturbing, exhilarating, and inspiring, affecting individuals in diverse ways. Roger Scruton's depiction highlights the demanding nature of beauty, emphasizing that it cannot be ignored. However, discussions around beauty and aesthetics lead to numerous debates and disagreements, raising questions about objective descriptions of beauty versus subjective perceptions.
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