Firstly, let me apologize for not posting this yesterday as I meant to. Life became suddenly hectic and I, quite frankly, forgot about posting this until about half an hour ago. It has not helped that my internet connection has been spotty at best for the past few days. I beg your forgiveness and I hope I do not get so caught up that I forget again. You all have my deepest regrets. So without further complications, here is my post on Memento Mori!
It is a basic human fact that all things will eventually
die. Old, young, rich, poor, healthy or ill. Everything will eventually meet
this fate. When I say everything I certainly do meant everything: Humans,
grass, trees, fish, stars, planets, even our own universe (or multi-verse) will surrender to
death. In fact, death is likely one of the very few absolute truths that I, myself, believe
in.
On a whole, humanity would like to forget our current 100%
morality rate. It is easier to go on with our day-to-day and simply ignore
death, and only begrudgingly greet it when death comes near to our hearts. But
we must not forget. We must keep the awareness close to us always.
One method humanity takes to remind us of this natural
ordeal is through a form of artwork called “Momento Mori”. Simply translated it
means “Remember your Mortality.” This form of artwork has been around for
centuries, constantly reminding us of what we would wish to avoid. It consists
in many forms from simple skulls and skeletons to Victorian pictures of the
dead and ‘ghost pictures’ which was once popular in the Victorian era.
Though, according to Wikipedia, it is a Christian art dating
back to Roman times, there is no doubt that the art form remains prevalent even
into modern day. Not only does this phrase extend to artwork, but also in
movies, novels, music and video games. We all need the reminder that we will
all one day parish. To forget would be folly. But to fear would be unwise, for
death will happen to all and fearing the inevitable would be a waste of the
time we are given. Simply remember your mortality, so that you may live while
you can.
The following song is called Memento Mori by Kamelot, a power metal band.
(Picture created by Tom Bagshaw)
The following song is called Memento Mori by Kamelot, a power metal band.
(Picture created by Tom Bagshaw)
The truth of the matter is that the older you get, the more you think about your mortality. It's inevitable.
ReplyDeleteI think it depends on the person. Usually I find people wish to ignore it or pretend it doesn't happen others fear it and think on it often. Still others accept it and move on. The thing about death is that its never very far away, and we can try to forget it all we wish, but it's still there. -Midi
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