Prophetic Witness and the Reimagining of the World: Poetry, Theology and Philosophy in Dialogue- Power of the Word V (Routledge Studies in Religion)

Synopsis

This book explores the prophetic characteristics of literature, particularly poetry, that seek to reimagine the world in which it is written. Using theological and philosophical insights it charts the relentless impulse of literature to propose alternative visions, practicable or utopian, and point toward possibilities of renewal and change. Drawing from each of the three main Abrahamic religions, as well as Greek and Latin classics, an international group of scholars utilise a diverse range of analytical and interpretive methods to draw out the prophetic voice in poetry. Looking at the writings of figures like T. S. Elliot, Blake, Wittgenstein and Isaiah, the theme of the prophetic is shown to be of timely importance given the current state of geo-political challenges and uncertainties and offers a much-needed critical discussion of these broad cultural questions. This collection of essays offers readers an insight into the constructive power of literature. As such, it will be of great interest to scholars working in Religion and the Arts, Religious Studies, Theology and Aesthetics.

Copyright:

2021

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

264 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781000194678

Related ISBNs:

9780367344092, 9780367558185, 9780367558185, 9780367344108, 9780367344108

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

09/01/20

Copyrighted By:

selection and editorial matter, Mark S. Burrows, Hilary Davies and Josephine von Zitzewitz

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

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No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Poetry, Art and Architecture, Literature and Fiction, Religion and Spirituality, Language Arts, Philosophy

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Edited by:

Mark S. Burrows

Edited by:

Hilary Davies

Edited by:

Josephine von Zitzewitz