Philip Thomas

In this engaging discussion, Philip Thomas, author of 'Hope for a Tree,' delves into the artistic afterlives of the Book of Job across various mediums. He explores the evolution of Job's representation from early Christian writings to modern interpretations, including Terrence Malick's 'The Tree of Life.' Thomas connects Joni Mitchell's 'Sire of Sorrow' to Job's laments, examining emotional expression in art. He also reflects on nature's unpredictability, the intersection of fate and agency in literature, and the importance of humility in biblical interpretation.