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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]So I assume we do the Christian Bible too (with Apocrypha, not just Torah/Mishnah, of course). Wouldn't want to skip any books because otherwise you'd miss allusions from Ruth to Revelation as you watch NCIS.

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not sure if you’re being sarcastic - but yes, some study of Biblical motifs would definitely be part of a great English curriculum. And of course this ties right into broadening the canon, since so many slavery narratives, hymns, etc, draw on Biblical motifs. It would actually be a fantastic lens to build a class around the connections between African American lit and the traditional canon. [/quote]

It absolutely was one of the pieces of literature we studied at my very secular high school for this very reason. It touches on history and literature. Certainly makes reading Morrison's "Song of Solomon" a whole lot more compelling. [/quote]

That's BS and just trying to inject illegal bible study in public schools in disguise.  If needed, a good teacher can just point out any relevant biblical references along the way as you read Morrison.  That's like saying you must first study Latin for years before you can begin learning Spanish or French.[/quote]

I feel sad for you - I can tell you never had a good English class, one that teaches you to appreciate literature and approach difficult texts, whether canon or non-canon. Only someone who dislikes literature could argue so trenchantly against Shakespeare. [/quote]

You're confusing different PPs.  I like Shakespeare, but I'm 100% against illegal bible study in public schools under the guise of "literature".[/quote]

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