“Vanity of vanities, all things are vanity!” exclaims the cynic over his drink. “What do you mean?” asked the baby-faced optimist. “You wouldn’t understand,” the cynic replied, rolling his eyes. His hair graying, his eyes sunken in, the cynic glared at the optimist beside him. Why could people never understand the truth of life, he …
Category Archives: Allegory
Freedom: Choices & Consequences
“School shootings, public bombings, attacks abroad,” said Optimist sadly. “Why is this happening? How can people do this to others?” “Do not be a fool,” Cynic replied. “These are the consequences of a life of freedom and choices, for with every action there must exist a reaction. Life always has had and shall continue to …
Enter the Optimist
“What an amazing place you guys have here,” the young Optimist exclaimed. “It’s a pleasure to meet you.” “And why pray tell should I wish to suffer through an acquaintanceship with you? You are an optimist! Your doe eyes, your worn out garments, your personality reeks of frivolousness. Such an utterly cheerful demeanor is completely …
What is Allegory — A Brief Introduction
Howdy everyone and welcome to my little corner of the internet! Maybe, one day, it will be called the home of allegory… Facets of Mind is a place where I will publish short stories, dialogs, and other philosophical ramblings in the form of allegory. What is Allegory Allegory is using personae to symbolize and bring …