The Lyric Voice in English Theology

In this book, Elizabeth S. Dodd traces the contours of a lyric theology through the lens of English lyric tradition. She addresses the dominance of narrative and drama in contemporary theological aesthetics by drawing on recent developments in lyric theory. Informed by the work of critics such as Jonathan Culler, Dodd explores the significance of lyric for theological discourse. Lyric is presented here as a short, musical, expressive and personal form that is also fragmentary, embodied, socially located and performative. The main chapters address key moments in English lyric tradition. This selective approach aims to expand the theological gaze beyond the monochromatic features of the traditional canon. It covers Anglo-Saxon hymns, medieval lullaby carols, early-modern sonnets and the prophetic poetry of Romanticism, but also Grime and hip hop, performance poetry, social media poetry and Geoffrey Hill.>

Préface
Explores and re-evaluates the contribution of the lyric voice to English theology by focusing not on its fostering of private spirituality, but on its ecclesial, ethical and prophetic implications.

Auteur

Elizabeth S. Dodd is the Programme leader for Postgraduate Programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission at Sarum College, UK.

Contenu
Introduction Lyric Theology, Lyric Theory and English Tradition Chapter 1 Melos or Babble Lyric Beauty and the Spirit of Pentecost Chapter 2 'O'! Lyric Address and Prayer in the Spirit Chapter 3 The Voice of the Lord The Prophetic Spirit in the Lyric 'I' Chapter 4 The Sound of the Wind Fragmentation and Abundance in the Poetic Line Epilogue The Lyric Voice in English Theology Bibliography Index