Hardcore Literature

Ep 42 - Siddharta (Hermann Hesse)

Sep 19, 2021
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INSIGHT

Suffering Fuels Great Art

  • Hermann Hesse's life chaos led to the creation of Siddhartha, a deeply reflective novel of suffering and enlightenment.
  • Great art requires great suffering, influencing Hesse's profound, beautiful storytelling in this book.
ANECDOTE

Hesse's Journey for Salvation

  • Hermann Hesse traveled to Southeast Asia seeking Zen and salvation amidst personal turmoil.
  • He realized the real problem stays with oneself, no matter where they go.
INSIGHT

Journeys Reflect Inner Growth

  • External journeys mirror internal psychological and spiritual transformations.
  • Life's journeys tend to circle back but ideally bring personal growth and insight.
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