Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Great Regulars: I wouldn't call "Rublev" a religious poem,

and it certainly doesn't preach religion. If it preaches anything, it's artistic courage. But, perhaps coincidentally, the poem illustrates something that [Rowan] Williams has said he wishes for Christianity--that it might "again capture the imagination of our culture". "Rublev" helps us imagine how shocking such a transformation could prove to be.

Rublev

from Carol Rumens: The Guardian: Poem of the week: Rublev by Rowan Williams

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