SublimeJason


 * Sublime**-a theory and/or attitude toward beauty, nature, and spirituality marked by a combination of awe/pleasure and terror/fear inspired by natural beauty (usually of a huge, dark, and/or dangerous variety.

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Symphony No. 5 Composed by Beethoven in 1804-1808

Regarded as one of Beethoven's finest works, this masterpiece has the most well known opening motif's in classical music. The simplistic, yet powerful opening leaves the listener awe struck by the sheer force of the music. The opening is similar to that of an oncoming storm, very brash and powerful. But, in between these bursts of high paced, action packed motif's are light, whimsical sections that are similar to a carefree time when people feel safe. This piece demonstrates the sublime as it shows how nature can quickly change everything in a person's life.

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//The Rocky Mountains: Lander's Peak// Albert Bierstadt (1830-1902)

When looking at this painting, one immediately sees the huge peaks of the Rocky Mountains in the background. After that, one notices how insignificantly small the people and horses are in the foreground compared to the peaks. The people who lived so close to these mountains must have lived in constant fear of the powers of these mountains that look practically heavenly due to the sunlight.

http://www.richard-seaman.com/Wallpaper/USA/States/GrandCanyonLookingWest.jpg

It's not by some fluke that this mass of mountains and rocks is one of America's national landmarks and a massive attraction for tourists around the world. This amazing sight of red and brown creates can create a mixture of awe and fear in one's heart. Just think, what if you got lost among these canyons?

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Just take one look at the immense size of the world's tallest mountain and you will freeze in terror, yet have a feeling of pleasure from it's beautiful snow covered peaks and surfaces. This mountain towers over these six climbers who are brave enough to climb it. One can die so easily while braving the treacherous 29,000 plus feet of snow covered surfaces, yet once one succeeds, the feeling must be immense.

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