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What Good is Devotional Poetry?
Kind of Activity:
Classwide Discussion
Objective:
Students will discuss the value of studying devotional poetry in their contemporary context.
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.1, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.1, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.2
Structure:
Herbert's poetry is included in the metaphysical school, but since it is exclusively focused on religious experience, it is also classified as devotional poetry. Begin the activity by discussing this with students and having them read a definition of devotional poetry. Ask students why (or if) studying Herbert's Christian devotional poetry is valuable or worthwhile in a...
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