The article focuses on analyzing two dream-visions outlined in the synopsis of Armenian medieval literature: the dream of Azhdahak and the vision of St. Gregory the Illuminator. The study is based on the “History of Armenia” published by the Mekhitarist Congregation of Venice, incorporating literary texts and engravings by Italian artists on these subjects. On one hand, the article draws parallels between the pagan worldview, exploring its associated dream symbolism and value system. On the other hand, it delves into the Christian reinterpretations of the same symbols within the framework of medieval canonical vision. The methodological foundation involves myth-critical, psychoanalytical, hermeneutic (literary studies), and historical-comparative (art studies) approaches.
Key words: pagan dream, medieval Christian vision, Mekhitarist Congregation, Armenian literature, Italian art
DOI: 10.22250/2072-8662-2024-3-110-119
About the authors
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Astghik V. Soghoyan – PhD in Philology, Researcher at the Institute of Literature after M. Abeghyan of NAS of RA; visiting Scholar at the University of Michigan; 15 Grigor Lusavorich, Yerevan, 0015, Republic of Armenia; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Shoghakat V. Devrikyan – Junior Researcher at Matenadaran, PhD student, Junior Researcher at the Institute of Arts NAS RA; Matenadaran. Research Institute of Ancient Manuscripts n.a. Mesrop Mashtots; 53 Mashtots Ave., Yerevan, 0009, Republic of Armenia; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |