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Theology and Poetry in Early Byzantium - The Kontakia of Romanos the Melodist (Hardcover) Loot Price: R2,656
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Theology and Poetry in Early Byzantium - The Kontakia of Romanos the Melodist (Hardcover): Sarah Gador-Whyte

Theology and Poetry in Early Byzantium - The Kontakia of Romanos the Melodist (Hardcover)

Sarah Gador-Whyte

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Theology and Poetry in Early Byzantium examines the kontakia and thought-world of Romanos the Melodist, the sixth-century hymnographer whose vibrant and engaging compositions had a far-reaching influence in the history of Byzantine liturgy. His compositions bring biblical narratives to life through dialogue, encourage a level of participation unparalleled in homiletics and push the boundaries of liturgical expression of theology. This book provides an original analysis of Romanos' poetry, drawing attention to the coherence of his theology and the performative nature of his rhetoric. The main theological themes which emerge encourage the congregation to enact the life of Christ and anticipate the new creation: restoration of humanity to God, re-creation in the incarnation and life of Christ, and liturgical participation and transformation in that life. By analysing the rhetorical performance of theology in the kontakia, the book provides new insights into religious practice in late antiquity.

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Imprint: Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: April 2017
Authors: Sarah Gador-Whyte
Dimensions: 254 x 180 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 242
ISBN-13: 978-1-107-14013-4
Categories: Books > Language & Literature > Literature: texts > Poetry texts & anthologies > General
Books > Humanities > History > World history > 500 to 1500
Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General > History of religion
Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Aspects of religions (non-Christian) > Theology > General
Books > History > World history > 500 to 1500
Books > Religion & Spirituality > Aspects of religions (non-Christian) > Theology > General
Books > Religion & Spirituality > General > History of religion
LSN: 1-107-14013-7
Barcode: 9781107140134

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