The Controversial Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony The Tableau Vivant

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They Shock the World Still! • The Controversial Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony: The Tableau Vivant • A week after the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, a tableau that has sparked controversy among some viewers still lingers with many. The scene where drag queens and dancers lined a long table, which some initially believed resembled Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” portrait of Jesus Christ and his 12 apostles, was not a parody of The Last Supper. Instead, it was a nod to the Festival of Dionysus, the Greek god of fertility, wine, and revelry. So it seems that this outrage is a bit misguided. • The artistic director clarified that da Vinci's 15th-century masterpiece was not the inspiration for the scene, and the intention was to celebrate community tolerance. Paris 2024 organizers apologized if anyone was offended, emphasizing their commitment to diversity and inclusivity. The tableau depicted a pagan feast linked to the gods of Olympus, paying tribute to feasting and French gastronomy. • The Paris 2024 Olympic organizers responded to the opening ceremony's controversies with a clear message. They emphasized that the ceremony was intended to “trigger a reflection” while promoting diversity and freedoms in France. The “Last Supper” scene aimed to celebrate inclusivity. The organizers acknowledged the international community’s perspectives while asserting their commitment to freedom of expression. • • Still, the apology was not enough for many, others found it insulting to Christian people. The Catholic Church of France expressed its disapproval, stating on its X account: Unfortunately, this ceremony contained scenes that mocked Christianity, which we deeply regret. • For the not-so-familiar with French culture, it is very entrenched in secularism. France's secularism, known as laïcité, is a fundamental principle deeply rooted in its history. Here are the key points: • Origins: Secularism's roots trace back to the French Revolution of 1789. Enlightenment thinkers championed reason and universal values against intolerance and obscurantism. The battle between secular republicans and the dominant Catholic church shaped its development. • 1905 Law: The formal separation of church and state occurred through the 1905 law, which remains the bedrock of French secularism. It guarantees religious freedom while confining it to the private sphere. The state remains neutral concerning religious or spiritual beliefs. • Influence: France's secularism has influenced other countries, including Turkey, where it was embraced by modern founder Atatürk. However, recent challenges include identity politics, religious revivalism, and radical Islam. • Symbol Ban: In 2004, France banned conspicuous religious symbols or garb in state schools, affecting all religions. This includes headscarves and other visible religious attire. • Exceptions: French school holidays still align with the Christian calendar despite strict secularism. Notably, Alsace-Lorraine has exceptions, where Christian and Jewish clerics receive state payment. • Religiously conservative athletes reacted differently to the controversies surrounding the Paris 2024 opening presentation. Some expressed discomfort or concern, especially if they held strong religious or cultural beliefs. Others chose to focus on their athletic performances, remaining neutral. Overall, the responses varied, reflecting the complexity of balancing artistic expression with sensitivity to different perspectives. • What do you make of this issue? Did the Paris Summer Olympics 2024 overstep in their artistic expression at the expense of the sensibilities of others who do not share their beliefs and traditions? Let us know your thoughts by commenting below. Like, share, subscribe, and, give Super Thanks to help fund improvements to the channel. • This video is powered by invideo. I may receive a small commission if you click on the link (https://invideo.sjv.io/6eN113) to the product and make a purchase. • • #tableau #vivant #olympicopening #olympicceremonies #olympic #olympics2024 #olympicgames #parisolympic #parisolympics2024 #parisolympics #parisolympic2024 #paris2024 #summerolympics #paralympics #phrygian #eiffeltower #lastsupper #thelastsupper #dionysus #pagan #pagans #paganiutopia #greekmythology #greekgod #greekgods #greekgodx #davinci #franceculture #paris #catholicism #catholicfaith #churches #religión #inclusivitymatters #secularism #artexpression #freedomofart #freedomofexpression #insult #mockery #mock #laïcité #frenchrevolution #1905 #separationofchurchandstate #religiousbeliefs #religioussymbols #religionandculture #culturaldiversity #tolerance #beaugence

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