The Artistic Traditions of Non-European Cultures. Vol. 9 - Praca zbiorowa - książka

Homelessness can be interpreted through different lenses. Literally, it refers to the absence of a stable physical residence, whether it be a home or a country. Metaphorically, it is seen as a "spiritual reality," in line with Heideggerian philosophy, representing an internal journey towards "authenticity" by recognizing one's "primordial, metaphysical homelessness." In art, this concept applies to various contexts: as a socio-political occurrence indicating life outside the community, as a psychological condition reflecting societal exclusion or misunderstanding, living in exile, adopting a nomadic lifestyle with no permanent home, experiencing transitional states, engaging with the world, or possessing a specific mindset, such as longing for one's homeland.