policy can not be the only hope for a solution for humanity in need of salvation.
Deus ex machina is a Latin, Greek translation of the phrase απó μηχαυης Θεóς (apo mikhanis theos) meaning a god emerged as if by magic, as it was known in classical theater the sudden appearance on the scene of a deity, which had been miraculously rescued literally flying to the stars of a desperate situation. Gods (Deus), which appeared from the outside (ex) of the dramatic action driven pulleys (machina). The scenic resource
considered invention of Euripides (V century BC) and the device, called mékhane, allowing the helper "deity" stay in the air above the stage, was only a rudimentary stage machinery of the crane that hung The actor held by a cord. Today, the phrase is applied to designate that unexpectedly emerged to solve a seemingly impossible situation. Virgil is the first to use the concept in the Aeneid. Horacio recommends in his Art of Poetry be prudent to concoct the outcome and use supernatural power only when required by the nature of the work: Nec deus Intersite, nisi modus dignus Vindex (Do not make a god to intervene, but when the drama is worthy to be unraveled by a deity).
When we live an era that constantly checks religious faith, Henri Bergson reminds us of an unflattering truth to human nature: "The world is a machine for making gods." We all feel the need to solve the pressing problems of this wretched world outside intervention suddenly causing an outcome happy. 'Deus ex machina', even for those unfamiliar with the term, a variety of shapes providential solution fix everything.
Many believe that his "Deus ex machina 'is the money or the lottery, some argue that force or violence will solve their conflicts, others believe that the undisputed market and regulate the new economic order of happiness, others believe that technology , computers and the Internet will save the world, and finally, most assume that governments or politicians find the miracle solution for automatically cover the human tragedy of our collective failure as inhabitants of a conflicting world full of injustice. Political
as Pasqual Maragall, former president of Catalonia, extend and qualify the 'Deus ex machina' of its ability to transform from the government.
In one his speeches on the occasion of National Day of Catalonia, materialized formulas that move and share management responsibilities with civil society, advocating a "new patriotism" over the "magic triangle" government-business school. " Note that here the adjective appears magical. Perhaps it is a step towards a more participatory and more realistic because it is more likely the resolution of our difficulties with the support of key sectors such as education or the economy, where we have capacity to contribute. Tacitly successful politicians tell us: "Do not trust in ourselves, but what together we can achieve well-organized."
shields us not quibble with the eternal hope that a cluster of unexplained coincidences relieve us of our misfortune. Give up the incessant need to create false idols, excuse us the commitment that each of us must take personal, overcoming despair. There are no more alibis own worshipers of devices that we waive our direct responsibility. Awaken the
Deus ex machina is a Latin, Greek translation of the phrase απó μηχαυης Θεóς (apo mikhanis theos) meaning a god emerged as if by magic, as it was known in classical theater the sudden appearance on the scene of a deity, which had been miraculously rescued literally flying to the stars of a desperate situation. Gods (Deus), which appeared from the outside (ex) of the dramatic action driven pulleys (machina). The scenic resource
considered invention of Euripides (V century BC) and the device, called mékhane, allowing the helper "deity" stay in the air above the stage, was only a rudimentary stage machinery of the crane that hung The actor held by a cord. Today, the phrase is applied to designate that unexpectedly emerged to solve a seemingly impossible situation. Virgil is the first to use the concept in the Aeneid. Horacio recommends in his Art of Poetry be prudent to concoct the outcome and use supernatural power only when required by the nature of the work: Nec deus Intersite, nisi modus dignus Vindex (Do not make a god to intervene, but when the drama is worthy to be unraveled by a deity).
When we live an era that constantly checks religious faith, Henri Bergson reminds us of an unflattering truth to human nature: "The world is a machine for making gods." We all feel the need to solve the pressing problems of this wretched world outside intervention suddenly causing an outcome happy. 'Deus ex machina', even for those unfamiliar with the term, a variety of shapes providential solution fix everything.
Many believe that his "Deus ex machina 'is the money or the lottery, some argue that force or violence will solve their conflicts, others believe that the undisputed market and regulate the new economic order of happiness, others believe that technology , computers and the Internet will save the world, and finally, most assume that governments or politicians find the miracle solution for automatically cover the human tragedy of our collective failure as inhabitants of a conflicting world full of injustice. Political
as Pasqual Maragall, former president of Catalonia, extend and qualify the 'Deus ex machina' of its ability to transform from the government.
In one his speeches on the occasion of National Day of Catalonia, materialized formulas that move and share management responsibilities with civil society, advocating a "new patriotism" over the "magic triangle" government-business school. " Note that here the adjective appears magical. Perhaps it is a step towards a more participatory and more realistic because it is more likely the resolution of our difficulties with the support of key sectors such as education or the economy, where we have capacity to contribute. Tacitly successful politicians tell us: "Do not trust in ourselves, but what together we can achieve well-organized."
shields us not quibble with the eternal hope that a cluster of unexplained coincidences relieve us of our misfortune. Give up the incessant need to create false idols, excuse us the commitment that each of us must take personal, overcoming despair. There are no more alibis own worshipers of devices that we waive our direct responsibility. Awaken the
mirage of the imagination to dream like sleepwalkers walking: Each of us are the architects of our future. This solution, ours depends on our work alone, hopefully forever. With our will, individually and collectively, we shall successfully overcome the most complex situations. The formulation of Ignatius of Loyola is very sensible: "Trust in God, acting, however, as if the success of the operation depended on you and no God." And Kipling declared: "Providence helps those who help others ".
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