Cervantes.

Don Quixote, the beloved itinerant knight.

(2) The political speculation and true purpose of the Spanish Inquisition

異端審問というと宗教的な不寛容が原因で起こったとイメージされがちですが、このスペイン異端審問においては政治的なものがその主な理由でした。

国内に充満する暴力の空気にいかに対処するのかというのがいつの世も為政者の悩みの種です。

攻撃性が高まった社会において、その攻撃性を反らすことができなければ統治は不可能になる。だからスケープゴートが必要になる。悪者探しを盛んに宣伝し、彼らに責任を負わすことで為政者に不満が向かないようにする。これはいつの時代でも行われてきたことです。このことは以前スターリンの記事でもお話ししました。私達も気を付けなければなりません。

Don Quixote, the beloved itinerant knight.

Maria Rosa Menocal, "Culture of Tolerance" - Recommended to learn about medieval Spain, where Muslims, Jews, and Christians coexisted.

It was in 1605 that "Don Quixote" was published by Cervantes.

1492年にグラナダが陥落し、カトリック勢力がスペイン全土を統一してからおよそ100年少し。この間に異端審問は全盛を極め、ユダヤ人やイスラム教徒は迫害を受けました。

In response to this persecution, Cervández satirizes it with surprising skill and irony in his work. This is a level of irony that would not be noticed by the average reader. Without knowledge of the history of the time and further explanations, you would probably pass it by.

I myself rediscovered how great "Don Quixote" is after reading this book.

It was such a surprise to me that the biggest highlight of the book was the connection between this "Don Quixote" and the history of Spain, which is written at the end of the book.

Don Quixote, the beloved itinerant knight.

(1) Why did the Spanish Inquisition begin?

When the Inquisition was first introduced, it was surprising that the townspeople rejected it. They sensed that the officials sent from the state, the Inquisition, would destroy the culture and society of the town.

この記事内にありますように、「コンベルソ」という改宗キリスト教徒と「モリスコ」という改宗イスラム教徒がこの街に居て、彼らはキリスト教徒とともに生活し、互いに様々な文化が入り混じった社会を形成していました。

This is the important background to the Spanish Inquisition that we will be looking at. The book tells the story of people who lived together, but were torn apart by fear, hatred, jealousy, and mutual distrust.

Don Quixote, the beloved itinerant knight.

Toby Green, "The Inquisition: The Reign of Terror that Undermined the Great Spanish Nation" - Terrifying similarities with the Soviet Union and totalitarianism - and the Karamazov connection.

この本で見ていくのはまさしくスペイン・ポルトガルで行われた異端審問です。

この異端審問で特徴的なのは、宗教的なものが背景というより、政治的なものの影響が極めて強く出ているという点です。

この点こそ後のスターリンの大粛清とつながる決定的に重要なポイントです。

Hamlet and Don QuixoteTurgenev, the great Russian writer

Turgenev's "Hamlet and Don Quixote" Synopsis and Comments - Recommended for an introduction to Turgenev's literary views.

This piece is a paper in which Turgenev expresses his thoughts on Hamlet and Don Quixote.

For Turgenev, these two characters were a very important influence in the creation of his works, and their faces are everywhere in his works.

Turgenev's juxtaposition of Hamlet and Don Quixote highlights the two characters.

Turgenev sees the Hamlet type, who is always fretting about himself, and the Don Quixote type, who always acts for the good of others.

Pickwick ClubDickens, England's greatest writer

Dickens' "The Pickwick Club" Synopsis and Impressions - A powerful influence on Dostoevsky's "The Idiot"! 19th century British version of Don Quixote!

This work was written with Cervantes' "Don Quixote" in mind, and was also a great influence on Dostoevsky's masterpiece "The Idiot.

Those who read it in England at the time laughed out loud, and the whole of England looked forward to seeing Mr. Pickwick in action week after week.

Of Dickens' works, "The Pickwick Club" is the most important for studying Dostoevsky.

I had not heard of this work until recently, but after reading it, I was convinced that it was a very interesting work.

CubaCuba Edition

The Unexpected Relationship Between Che Guevara's Mausoleum in Santa Clara and Don Quixote, Cuba (7)

Santa Clara is a city inextricably linked to Che Guevara.

Che Guevara, whom I came to know while studying Cuban history.

A revolutionary warrior in pursuit of his ideals. The most respected revolutionary in the world.

Why does he attract so many people from all over the world?

In the course of my research on him, I came to learn something.

It was the fact that Che Guevara's favorite book was Don Quixote and that he was greatly influenced by Don Quixote's life.

In this article, I will discuss the relationship between Guevara and "Don Quixote" and my experience visiting Guevara's grave.

Don QuixoteSpain (ed.)

Why "Don Quixote" is a Masterpiece - Explanation of Points to Enjoy "Don Quixote" More ⑫

In this article, we will discuss why the world famous "Don Quixote" was loved by some of the world's most famous personalities.

One might have the impression that the classics are meant to be read with a wrinkled brow, but in "Don Quixote" the opposite is true.

I read "Don Quixote" when I need to cheer up or feel cheerful.

He rushes forward with burning ideals, and even in the face of hardship, he continues to move forward cheerfully and undaunted. Reading "Don Quixote" is a magical experience that gives me strength.

If you understand why it is called a masterpiece, I am sure you will want to read this work. Please read it.

Spain (ed.)

Visit the Dulcinea Museum and the Cervantes Museum in the village of El Toboso, a place associated with Don Quixote, Spain Part 10

After enjoying the windmills of Campo de Cryptana, we will head to the village of El Toboso, a place associated with Don Quixote.

El Toboso is the village where Dulcinea, Princess of Don Quixote's desire, lived.

Don Quixote followed the code of chivalry, "A knight must have a princess to fall in love with," and created a love interest in his mind. That is Dulcinea.

In this article, I will discuss my experience visiting the Museo Dulcinea and the Museo Cervantes in El Toboso.