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3.63 Esther Crookshank, Stephen Wellum, David Schrock • Interview • "The Scriptures in Handel’s Messiah: An Overview"

Christ Over All

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The Intersection of Handel's Messiah and 18th-Century Deism

This chapter explores the historical context of Handel's Messiah within 18th-century England, examining the clash between deism and Christian orthodoxy. It highlights the contributions of figures like Handel and Wesley in navigating the tensions between Enlightenment rationalism and traditional beliefs, focusing on the significance of supernatural elements in biblical narratives.

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