Motif
harmonization of divided inner powers
harmonization_of_divided_inner_powers
A motif of the Duality and Cosmic Opposition family, within the sub-family The divided soul and self-conflict. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
2 occurrences
1 traditions
greek
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The Republic BOOK I. / BOOK II. / BOOK III. / BOOK IV.; lines 14994-15155 confidence: high
Courage, wisdom, and temperance are defined through spirit’s obedience, reason’s ruling knowledge, and agreement among reason, spirit, and desire that reason should rule.
The passage describes three distinct principles in the soul becoming one temperate and adjusted nature through proper order and musical harmony imagery.
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The Republic BOOK I. / BOOK II. / BOOK III. / BOOK IV.; lines 14994-15155 confidence: high
Music and gymnastic bring reason and spirit into accord, strengthening reason with noble lessons and moderating passion through harmony and rhythm.
The passage repeatedly describes three inner principles being educated, assigned functions, brought into agreement, and bound into one adjusted nature through harmony imagery.
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