Emotion And Devotion The Meaning Of Mary Medieval...

In this paper, I will look at the major arguments that Miri Rubin presents in her book Emotion and Devotion: The Meaning of Mary in Medieval Religious Cultures. Rubin’s book is divided into three chapters which are: The Global â€Å"Middle Ages;† Mary, and Others; and Emotions and Selves. In each of these chapters, Rubin explores a particular topic that she thinks is important when trying to understand the figure of Mary in medieval religious cultures. I will begin this paper by drawing out the main arguments that are offered in each chapter along with Rubin’s reasons. Then, I will briefly evaluate each of Rubin’s three arguments and explain why I think they are valid. And finally, I will conclude by explaining why each of these arguments is relevant for anyone trying to understand the Church’s comprehension of its history in the modern era. In chapter one The Global â€Å"Middle Ages† Miri Rubin points out that â€Å"understandin g life in the pre-modern past has... become complex and variegated† because there existed a â€Å"global† aspect in Europe. Rubin thinks that it is important to realize that Europe was not regionally isolated during the Middle Ages. â€Å"Medieval Europeans were travellers† and when they returned home they shared their â€Å"tales, experience and expertise.† Travel was possible because there was a â€Å"modicum of safety... on the road and in public spaces.† It is because of this milieu that missionaries were able to travel and so â€Å"the figure of Mary accompaniedShow MoreRelatedRelationship Between Religion and Art in Medieval, Renaissance and Contemporary Times2657 Words   |  11 Pagesmarble-white sculpture of the Mother Mary, her eyes downcast, gazes at her Son who lies dead across her lap. She seems both devastated and deep in thought. 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