Literature and the Watchman in Israeli Culture

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts from the lecture on Israeli literature, focusing on the role of the watchman, aesthetic values, and thematic elements related to war and identity in the context of Israeli history.

Watchman onto the House of Israel

A literary concept representing writers as observers of the social and moral landscape of Israel, often reflecting on the realities of life and war.

Literary Canon

A collection of works considered to be authoritative and influential in a particular literature or culture.

Aesthetic Value

The artistic quality or beauty of a literary work, as opposed to its entertainment value.

Silver Platter

A literary representation of sacrifice made by unnamed soldiers for the sake of the Jewish state, highlighting themes of loss and martyrdom.

Implied Author

The conceptual author who mediates the narrative voice and conveys values and thoughts through the narrator's perspective.

Biographical Atom

A theoretical concept referring to the relationship between an author's life and their fictional narrative voice.

Postmodern Literature

A genre of literature characterized by its self-awareness, questioning of narratives, and often blurring the lines between fiction and reality.

Moral Voice

A literary perspective that provides ethical commentary on collective experiences, particularly in the context of war and national identity.

Zionist Perspective

A viewpoint that emphasizes the significance and moral character of the Jewish state of Israel, often reflected in literature during its formative years.

Living Dead

A metaphorical concept referring to fallen soldiers who are commemorated in literature as still part of the national spirit, despite their physical absence.