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Ner OT: Candles in the Art of Samuel Bak
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Exploring the complex relationship between ritual and memory, this essay delves into the significance of candles in Judaism, particularly in the context of Holocaust remembrance. Lawrence L. Langer examines Samuel Bak's evocative paintings, which depict candles in various states of damage and decay, symbolizing the destruction wrought by war and genocide. Through rich visual imagery, Langer articulates the historical and cultural narratives behind Bak's work, prompting reflection on how to honor the memories of those lost while also acknowledging the potential for renewal amidst sorrow.
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Ner OT: Candles in the Art of Samuel Bak, Lawrence L. Langer
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- 2019
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- Title
- Ner OT: Candles in the Art of Samuel Bak
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lawrence L. Langer
- Publisher
- Syracuse University Press
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 136
- ISBN13
- 9781879985384
- Category
- Art / Culture, Fine art
- Description
- Exploring the complex relationship between ritual and memory, this essay delves into the significance of candles in Judaism, particularly in the context of Holocaust remembrance. Lawrence L. Langer examines Samuel Bak's evocative paintings, which depict candles in various states of damage and decay, symbolizing the destruction wrought by war and genocide. Through rich visual imagery, Langer articulates the historical and cultural narratives behind Bak's work, prompting reflection on how to honor the memories of those lost while also acknowledging the potential for renewal amidst sorrow.