Baruch Spinoza argued during a perilous time that the act of making renders all creation divine; thus, creativity itself is inherently valuable and good, even amidst adversity.
In dangerous eras, like during Spinoza's life, intellectual growth faced severe setbacks; new ideas often met with hostility, highlighting the struggle that accompanies periods of awakening.
Today's challenges—authoritarianism, genocide, climate change—mirror past struggles, reminding us that every significant change is often met with conflict and requires courage and resilience from creatives.
In difficult times, dismissing art and creativity as frivolous is a grave error; these pursuits can be vital, providing solace and meaning when reality seems most daunting.
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