We don't love qualities; we love a person; sometimes by reason of their defects as well as their qualities.
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God does not ask for 'religious' art or 'Catholic' art. The art he wants for himself is Art, with all its teeth
Interpretation
What this quote means
God desires authentic art that expresses true creativity, not limited by religious labels.
In this quote, Jacques Maritain emphasizes that the divine does not seek art that is confined to specific religious attributes or categories but rather yearns for art in its purest formβart that is bold, genuine, and unashamedly expressive. The phrase 'with all its teeth' suggests that true art should be fearless and impactful, capturing the essence of human experience in its entirety.
Themes
ArtCreativityExpressionAuthenticityDivine
In practice
Example use cases
During a gallery opening, one might quote this to highlight the importance of artistic freedom.
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