Understanding the Sublime

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What does the sublime describe?

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Experiences of immense power, often from nature like huge mountains or oceans.

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How does the sublime make us feel?

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It evokes a sense of fear that is thrilling and awe-inspiring from a safe distance.

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What does experiencing the sublime reveal to us?

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It shows us things that are hard to understand or explain.

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What kind of connection do we feel when experiencing the sublime?

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A connection to something much bigger than ourselves.

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How does the sublime affect our imagination?

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It makes our imagination work very hard.

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How is the sublime different from simple beauty?

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The sublime is vast, sometimes wild, and can feel overwhelming, while simple beauty is calm and pleasant.

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What emotions do we experience when admiring the sublime?

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A mix of fear and wonder.