Representations of the Body in Middle English Biblical Drama

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Exploring the intersection of religion and theater, this work examines how Middle English Biblical drama portrays the human body. It delves into the symbolic and literal representations of physicality in these plays, highlighting how they reflect theological concepts and societal views of the body during the medieval period. The analysis includes specific examples from various texts, revealing the cultural significance of bodily representation and its impact on audience perception and understanding of biblical narratives.