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Christian art served the church. There are Jewish artists, like my husband and myself. But why does there have to be Jewish art? What criteria would be necessary to call any art Jewish? Shouldn't art serve us all?
Posted by Jeanne wolf on 05.18.06
Judaism and art, from my experiences of the two, are in conflict with one another. Judaism is about being responsible, rational, and true to God's Commandments. Whereas art is about invention, being irrational, and turning to one's imagination. Therefore, the term, "Jewish art," is an oxymoron. However, "Art Judaica," I believe, is acceptable, insofar as the object or piece "serves" a Jewish ritual purpose or custom.
Posted by Michael C. Duke on 05.18.06
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