Entity: LIVING-DEAD
Living-dead refers to a dead body brought back to life by a supernatural force or people who are very dull and boring. It can also represent a completely miserable existence or a life full of suffering. In a broader sense, it can symbolize emptiness, depression, or life-destroying disorders.
Living-Dead
Etymology
The term 'living-dead' combines the contradictory concepts of life and death.
Definition
Living-dead can refer to a dead body brought back to life by a supernatural force or people perceived as very dull and boring. It can also represent a completely miserable existence or a life full of suffering. In a broader sense, it can symbolize emptiness, depression, or life-destroying disorders.
Historical Context
The concept of the living-dead has roots in folklore, mythology, and popular culture, often associated with zombies, vampires, or individuals experiencing profound emotional distress.
Cultural Significance
Living-dead figures prominently in literature, film, and art, exploring themes of mortality, existentialism, and mental health. It serves as a metaphor for societal issues, personal struggles, and the human condition.
Related Concepts
- Zombies
- Vampires
- Existentialism
- Mental Health
See Also
- Living Death
- The Living Dead
Living-dead encompasses revived corpses, dull individuals, miserable existences, and life full of suffering, often symbolizing emptiness or depression.