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What sort of philosophers are we, who know absolutely nothing of the origin and destiny of cats? ― Henry David Thoreau
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Greek philosopher searches by lamplight for an honest man. The irony in this is that he needs a lamp .
From ancient times to the present, philosophers have repeatedly emphasized the importance of living a frugal or minimalist life. The ancient Greek philosopher Diogenes said, “True wealth is not in increasing possessions, but in reducing one’s needs.” Mahatma Gandhi pointed to the destructive side of human greed, stating, “The Earth has enough for everyone’s needs, but not enough for everyone’s greed.” From the Buddha to Karl Marx, across the passage of time, many have expressed similar ideas. This minimalist concept in philosophy has greatly influenced the photographer, and its mark is clearly visible in his vision and framing.
The absence of color or the use of minimal composition in framing reflects the photographer’s inclination toward a minimalist approach. The fog, wrapped like a thick winter blanket, creates a serene atmosphere. In this calm and pure dramatic setting, human presence becomes secondary. Before nature, even humanity’s vast achievements become insignificant. That is why the photographer has kept humans and their architectural achievements in the background, framing the scene in a minimalist style. Here, nature is the primary subject—not humans or their constructions.
According to nihilism, or the philosophy of pessimism, human life does not has inherent purpose. Evolutionary theory has shown that humans are an unintended outcome of nature’s evolutionary process. Yet human beings, regarded as the finest of creations, continue to exploit all their knowledge and effort into seeking meaning in life. They establish ever-greater architectural structures upon the heart of nature. In proving their superiority, they seem to challenge nature itself. Viewing nature as an adversary, humanity gradually distances itself further and further from it.
There is always some madness in love. But there is also always some reason in madness.
Friedrich Nietzsche,
German philosopher (1844 - 1900)
Los Angeles, CA '19
J. Paul Getty Museum
Buried by Vesuvius Exhibition, on loan from the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples
Villa dei Papiri, Herculaneum, 1st Century BC-1st Century AD
Two philosophers meet and discuss on the streets of Porto Alegre, Brazil.
- Actually, both men hold an PhD of philosophy, so this is meant quite literally!
Sir Muhammad Iqbal*was born in (November 9, 1877 & died April 21, 1938), widely known as Allama Iqbal, was a poet, philosopher and politician, as well as an academic, barrister and scholar' in British India who is widely regarded as having inspired the Pakistan Movement. He is called the "Spiritual Father of Pakistan."He is considered one of the most important figures in Urdu literature,with literary work in both Urdu and Persian.
I lead no party; I follow no leader. I have given the best part of my life to careful study of Islam, its law and polity, its culture, its history and its literature.
ALLAMA IQBAL.
In 1950 Per Erland Berg Wendelbo (1927-1981) was part of a naturalist expedition headed by a favorite philosopher of mine from Norway, Arne Dekke Eide Næss (1912-2009). Næss was a great environmentalist, the moving force of 'deep ecology'. Wendelbo went on to become an expert in the botany of Central Asia. In the Hyrcanian Forests of the Elburz Mountains north of Tehran, Iran, he found this wonderful earth-hugging Tulip. He described it in 1967.
The 'sheltering' of my title refers to the relatively short stems of our Tulip, which has to vie with strong winds in high often inaccessible places. There's a marvellous photo of it by Marijn van den Brink: tulipsinthewild.com/pages/page25.html. It grows in Low Country, though, in our Hortus.
This standing figure of Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller was dedicated in 1907. The sculpture was donated by U.S. German Societies of Saint Paul and private citizens of German descent to commemorate the renowned German philosopher, poet, and dramatist, Johann von Schiller. He was born in 1759 and is known for his enthusiastic optimism. His works gave vitality to the lives of many Germans.
Here is the philosopher of my blue bird collection. He is looking into the distance and thinking – probably about food.
Now that is a wise and learned bird.
I took this picture at Colorado State University during a major snow storm in 2013. I have more pictures like this in my timeline.
Le célèbre philosophe Jean-Jacques Rousseau a écrit dans ses Rêveries d'un promeneur solitaire: "De toutes les habitations où j'ai demeuré (et j'en ai eu de charmantes), aucune ne m'a rendu si véritablement heureux et ne m'a laissé de si tendres regrets que l'île de St-Pierre au milieu du lac de Bienne". Sa résidence d'antan, un ancien prieuré, est devenue aujourd'hui un hôtel-restaurant réputé.
Endegeest Castle, Oegstgeest near Leiden NL.
Around 1660, famous philosopher Baruch de Spinoza (1632 - 1677) sought refuge in this small castle after excommunication in Amsterdam.
Philosopher’s stone, in Western alchemy, an unknown substance, also called “the tincture” or “the powder,” sought by alchemists for its supposed ability to transform base metals into precious ones, especially gold and silver. Alchemists also believed that an elixir of life could be derived from it. Inasmuch as alchemy was concerned with the perfection of the human soul, the philosopher’s stone was thought to cure illnesses, prolong life, and bring about spiritual revitalization.
The philosopher’s stone, variously described, was sometimes said to be a common substance, found everywhere but unrecognized and unappreciated. The quest for the stone encouraged alchemists from the Middle Ages to the end of the 17th century to examine in their laboratories numerous substances and their interactions. The quest thereby provided a body of knowledge that ultimately led to the sciences of chemistry, metallurgy, and pharmacology.
The process by which it was hoped common metals such as iron, lead, tin, and copper could be turned into the more valuable metals involved heating the base material in a characteristic pear-shaped glass crucible (called the vase of Hermes or the philosopher’s egg). Colour changes were carefully watched—black indicating the death of the old material preparatory to its revitalization; white, the colour required for change into silver; and red, the highest stage, the colour required for change into gold.
Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "philosopher’s stone". Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May. 2024, www.britannica.com/topic/philosophers-stone. Accessed 19 May 2024.
'I think, therefore I am.'
'You're what?'
'I don't know. That's as far as I've got.'
There's just so much thinking to be done when you're a frog. It's enough to give you a headache. :)
Taken with Lensbaby Velvet 56.
Campo de' Fiori: Giordano Bruno's statue and Lacoste advertisement.
The philosopher was burned in this place.
Taken while waiting for Naftalina007
Took this picture on the Philosopher's Walk (哲学の道). Kyoto has so many beautiful temples and shrines, but sometimes the most beautiful shots are the unplanned and unexpected.
It is well known that a German philosopher Kant made it a rule to take a walk regularly every morning. People in town put their watches and clocks right by the sight of him. I never walk like him. I do not decide which way to go beforehand. But thanks to my caprice I can find something new whenever I go out for a walk.
The field was a riot of color.