5. 我忧故我在：Calypso's Island
Here Be Dragons｜此处有龙
Deep Dive
Why did Odysseus decide to leave Calypso's island despite the promise of eternal paradise?
Odysseus chose to leave Calypso's island because he valued his human identity and responsibilities over eternal paradise. On the island, he would have been immortal but isolated from his family, friends, and his homeland, Ithaca. His decision reflects the human condition, where identity is tied to relationships and societal roles rather than eternal bliss.
What does the story of Calypso's island reveal about the nature of time and human existence?
Calypso's island represents a suspension of time, where Odysseus is stuck in a state of eternal paradise but devoid of human experiences and responsibilities. The story highlights that human existence is defined by change and the passage of time. Without these, life loses its meaning, as seen in Odysseus's decision to leave the island and return to his mortal life.
How does the concept of 'care' (Cura) relate to human identity in the podcast?
The concept of 'care' (Cura) is central to human identity, as it represents the responsibilities and relationships that define us. In the podcast, the story of the goddess Cura, who shaped humans from clay and gave them life, illustrates that humans are inherently tied to care and concern for others. This care is what makes us human, as seen in Odysseus's decision to leave Calypso's island and return to his family and responsibilities.
What is the significance of Ithaca in Odysseus's journey?
Ithaca represents more than just a physical homeland for Odysseus; it symbolizes his identity, responsibilities, and connections to his family and society. It is where he is a father, husband, and leader. Returning to Ithaca means reclaiming his human roles and the care that comes with them, which is why he chooses to leave the eternal paradise of Calypso's island.
How does the podcast explore the tension between eternal bliss and human responsibilities?
The podcast explores this tension through Odysseus's decision to leave Calypso's island, where he could have lived eternally in paradise but without his human identity and responsibilities. The discussion emphasizes that human life is defined by care, relationships, and the passage of time, which are absent in eternal bliss. This tension underscores the value of human experiences and the inevitability of mortality.
- Louise Glück的诗歌《奥德修斯的决定》
- 卡吕普索岛（Ogygia）
- 永生与死亡的抉择
- 时间与变化
- 不同文化对时间的认知
Shownotes Transcript
本期节目是《此处有龙》改版后的第一期，主播们从广播台里的正襟危坐，切换到了边聊边醉的古风会饮（bu shi）。
我们的旅程始于诺奖诗人露易丝·格丽克的《奥德修斯的决定》，终于古罗马作家希吉努斯关于“忧思女神”和人类起源的寓言，中间隔着“永生仙乡”奥吉吉亚（卡吕普索的无忧岛），以及荷马笔下酒色的大海。
{Calypso's Isle, by Herbert James Draper}
当忧思女神（Cura）本身为生命赋予了形式，“无忧”（Carefreeness）是否还有可能？我忧故我在。无论是海德格尔《存在与时间》中的“烦”（Sorge），还是蒙塔莱诗中的“恶”（male），似乎都是一种无法摆脱的存在处境。
但若我们能发现忧思女神的另一张脸？Care的另一大含义是：关心，关怀，对他者，对更长远的事物的关切。我关心，故我在。
{忧思女神创造人类}
本集中出现的龙族有：荷马、赫西俄德、苏格拉底、柏拉图、亚里士多德、希吉努斯、马可·波罗、海德格尔、格丽克；还有奥德修斯、卡吕普索、赫尔墨斯、天界斟酒人迦尼美得、黎明女神伊俄丝、忒勒马库斯、佩内洛普、拉俄忒斯。
Happy dragon encountering!
@本期节目主播： 包慧怡、桑阳
@制作人： 张泽熙
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