Surprised and Interpreted by the Gospel Parables
Faith is a life of the imagination; it is particularly a life of the ironic imagination. . . . Let theology, among the many things that it is, become a set of images of faith and a life of the imagination. (William Lynch, Images of Faith).
Surprised and Interpreted by the Gospel Parables Musing by Robin Atwood Fidler
Song of Songs
Rabbi Akiva (50-135 C.E.) called this text "the holy of holies" of the Hebrew Scriptures. Christian mystics of all ages have been inspired by it. Artists have attempted repeatedly to capture its allure. After having completed the Song of Songs course, some of our participants now share their reflections with you.
Song of Songs Musing by Rosemary Ciaudelli Grace
Song of Songs Musing by Sandy Butzow
Song of Songs Musing by Bridget Sampson
Song of Songs Musing by Donna Dannals