Brandon Ferry - Dance & Religion

Reading through the text of Sacred and Profane Beauty, I realized that dance is an extremely prevalent art form in many religious customs. Although the book states that "opposition has arisen to the dance in the early Christian Church, but even at that time, dance presented no direct danger" (Van Der Lew, pg 50), I feel that dance is regarded as unfaithful by judging, outside eyes. As dance has evolved throughout the years, so has religion and what is deemed moral or even acceptable. With a strong focus on displaying one's true feelings of religion, I believe that one should express themselves positively in order to give their entire selves, body and mind, to participating in religious customs. Maybe in my next few years, I, myself will become more religious, but if and until then, I have a great deal of respect for those who dedicate their mind, body, and souls to their positive religious beliefs.