Barabbas as a Lens on Civilization and Faith
In a reflective essay, the author critiques the idea of history as mere accumulation, arguing that civilizations forget and mature ideas differ across eras. The piece highlights Par Lagerkvist’s Barabbas, praising its humane portrayal of guilt, longing, and sacrifice as a counterpoint to notions of progress.
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Sara Solberg
Charlemagne
Broadway
Lascaux
France
Rembrandt
Jackson Pollock
Andrew Wyeth
Palisades
Hudson
Barabbas
Par Lagerkvist
Christ
Mary Magdalene
Peter and
Pan Am
God
Lagerkvist
Rome
Barnard Plans Arts Program for 1972 73 Admission
Barnard College approves a new interdisciplinary Program in the Arts for the 1972 73 academic year. The program offers a general introductory course junior colloquium and senior seminar with concentrations in visual arts music dance theater or writing. Applications are due March 15 1972 with freshman and sophomore eligibility and committee guidance.
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Palace
New York
Barnard
Perrade
Gail
Barry Ulenov
Hubert Doris
Kenneth Jones
Barbara Novak
Jeanette Roosevelt
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Ruth Patrick Ve Li
Giderslee
Hasna Jasimuddin
Shirley Lindenbaum
Bangladesh
College
National Agency of Student Employment
United States
National Agency OF Student Employment Student Services Division
Erkenbrecher
Cincinnati
Ohio
Jean Renoir
Lehman Auditorium
Altschul Hall