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> Coubertin called this sport in the service of global harmony – nothing short of a new “religio athletae,” or “religion of athletics.” I think that he succeed
by Frieren 2y ago
> Coubertin called this sport in the service of global harmony – nothing short of a new “religio athletae,” or “religion of athletics.”
I think that he succeeded. I see many people celebrating their nations pride, but also human accomplishment of athletes of any nationality.
One can be cynic about it, but one can be cynic about everything and enjoy nothing. But even that the Olympics exist in our reality, with its problems and injustices, it is still inspiring and enjoyable in many levels.
- imoverclocked 2y ago> I think he succeeded … and hopefully continues to succeed. Humanity needs more celebrated and shining beacons of what we can accomplish together.
- mrmetanoia 2y agoWe need more things that connect the world this way, but they only work if you can set aside the cynicism a bit or at least see the good and the bad and enjoy the good when appropriate and try to fix the bad when appropriate. It's been genuinely fun watching this year and just enjoying the competition and surrounding celebration and coverage.