Love Medea, it’s the most soul wrenching play I know. So I was glad to see a bit of Euripides’ magic (craft) discussed. And thanks for the translation—this is a language I wish I knew.
Thank you as well for such a nuanced commentary on one of the most important passages of world literature! I kinda felt spoiled at the fact that you translated the text for us:)
"Language has a power of its own, speech in its inflections, in the emotions thrumming beneath the surface, a power that brings images to life more vividly than if we had seen them with our own two eyes."
Yes. Perception + meaning + emotion condensed in words.
Love Medea and Delacroix's painting! Always thought there was something very sexual about Delacroix's depiction of Medea, and I'm wondering why... And you translated it from Ancient Greek? I am impressed and jealous, even.
I agree, there is something weirdly sexual about this painting, now that I think of it... maybe Medea was his type of woman haha. And thank you, Hyun Woo—trying to put my classics degree to good use!
Love Medea, it’s the most soul wrenching play I know. So I was glad to see a bit of Euripides’ magic (craft) discussed. And thanks for the translation—this is a language I wish I knew.
Thank you so much for reading and taking the time to comment, Ariees—I definitely agree with you about Medea. Lots of magic in Euripides for sure!
Thank you as well for such a nuanced commentary on one of the most important passages of world literature! I kinda felt spoiled at the fact that you translated the text for us:)
"Language has a power of its own, speech in its inflections, in the emotions thrumming beneath the surface, a power that brings images to life more vividly than if we had seen them with our own two eyes."
Yes. Perception + meaning + emotion condensed in words.
Impressive writing as always, Ramya! 👏
I'm so glad you enjoyed, Baird! Thank you for taking the time to read and comment as always!
Love Medea and Delacroix's painting! Always thought there was something very sexual about Delacroix's depiction of Medea, and I'm wondering why... And you translated it from Ancient Greek? I am impressed and jealous, even.
I agree, there is something weirdly sexual about this painting, now that I think of it... maybe Medea was his type of woman haha. And thank you, Hyun Woo—trying to put my classics degree to good use!