In an era in which all seemed to dwell in the self-imposed solitary
confinement of virtual reality, life in vitro behind the screen,
the young take to the streets and gather in the squares. Attempting
to break the bonds of oppressive regimes and cold-hearted
mammonism, they have raised their voice across the globe, demanding
freedom, solidarity, and justice. Will these voices persevere to
withstand the strong, silencing forces of darkness, of ruthlessness
and oppression? Will the Voice of Wisdom be listened to, so that we
may "dwell safely, without fear of evil." (Prov. 1:33)The Hero and
His Shadow: Psychopolitical Aspects of Myth and Reality in Israel
introduces a psychological perspective on the history, development,
and myths of modern Israel.The realization of Zionism relied on the
pioneer, who revolted against the Way of the Father and sought
spiritual redemption through the revival of Mother Earth in the
ancient land. Myth and history, psyche and matter are constantly
intertwined in the birth and development of Israel, for example
when in the Declaration of Independence we are told that pioneers
make deserts bloom, the text actually says they make spirits
blossom.Pioneer, guardsman and then warrior were admired
hero-ideals. However, in the shadow of the hero and the guiding
myths of revolt, redemption, strength and identity-change, are
feelings of despair, doubt, weakness and fear. Within renewal,
lurks the threat of annihilation.Suppressed aspects of past and
present myths, which linger in the shadow, are exposed.
Psychological consequences of Israel's wars, from independence to
the present war of terror, are explored on a personal note and from
a psychoanalytic perspective. Shadow aspects of the conflicting
guiding myths Peace and Greater Israel are examined, as well as
mythical connections, such as between Jerusalem and the respective
archetypal images of Wholeness and Satan.Erel Shalit, author and
Jungian psychoanalyst, is the Academic Director of the Jungian
Analytical Psychotherapy Program at Bar Ilan University. He is a
member of the Council for Peace and Security. He has been Director
of the Community Mental Health Clinic, Shalvata Psychiatric Center,
and served as officer in the Medical Corps of the Israel Defense
Forces. In addition to The Hero and His Shadow: Psychopolitical
Aspects of Myth and Reality in Israel, Dr. Shalit is the author
several books, including: The Cycle of Life: Themes and Tales of
the Journey, Enemy, Cripple, Beggar: Shadows in the Hero's Path,
The Complex: Path of Transformation from Archetype to Ego, and
Requiem: A Tale of Exile and Return.
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