The Bible and Music

In class on Monday, we discussed the dramatization of biblical stories. Some of these include Jesus Christ Superstar, Noah, and The Bible. To some, the dramatization of these biblical stories can be seen in bad taste. Many strict followers of Christianity object to how these dramatizations have to fill in the gaps, formed from the Bible, with their own artistic take. However, we have seen this happen before and people do not like when directors take liberties on stories from the Bible.

It is difficult to direct a film that is 100% true to the Bible. So many minor details get left out of the text as to show what is important. Some of these minor details end up adding up to a much bigger problem of authenticity. Nonetheless, dramatizations of the Bible help to educate people on the basic theme of some Biblical stories. Since I do not know much from the Bible, seeing these dramatizations help me to better understand the story we’re talking about. Simply telling me and assuming I know does not teach me much. Seeing it play out on screen gives me a better view of what was going on.

From: March 26, 2018