Episode 2267
The Poetry Fix: The Dream of the Rood, Part Two
WRFH/Radio Free Hillsdale 101.7 FM · Student Content
March 6, 20264m 29s
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Show Notes
Today, we continue our Lenten reflections on The Dream of the Rood. Join Erika Kyba as she discusses how the poet imagines the Cross as Christ's shield partner in battle. The poet leads us away from identifying suffering as the villain of the Passion, showing us the bigger picture: the Passion was always a battle against sin. And the Cross is our ally in this battle, not our enemy.
Topics
LentCrucifixionChristJesusOld Englishmedievalglorytragedypoetryliterary analysisshield partnersmedieval battleretellingthe Passion