Poetry and Belief: Yehuda Amihai’s Poetry

The affinity between poetry and belief lie at the foundation of Hebrew poetry from its biblical inception. Yehuda Amichai added a major modernist dimension to the body of Jewish traditional poetry from a complex position that blends the essence of deep connection, continuity, rebellion, disappointment, and correction. This evening deals with several of the Amichai’s greatest poems, their sources, their deep structure and their fascinating function in Israeli culture.

Discussion: Ariel Hirschfeld

Guest lecturer: Bilhah Ben-Eliyahu

Music: Maureen Nehedar original melodies and vocals | Adi Rennert keyboard and flugelhorn

This is a Hebrew-language only event.

Date: Thursday 20 February 2013Time: 20:30Location: Confederation HouseDuration: Hour and halfTicket Price: Advance registration required