Norman Nathan

dr nathan's "the bible and poetry" class at fau, 1971, was my favorite "non-major" class-- I had to take an english class to satisfy grad requirements, & his class was the best decision I made. he made "the song of solomon" come alive, and yep, did indeed have a "melodic voice". just for kicks I took his blake class-- still have my texts, with notations right from dr. nathan's lectures. I will always regret not telling him how much I enjoyed his classes & how much his love of poetry,...

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Dr Nathan's passing. As a former student and TA with Dr Nathan, he was a true inspiration and educator in every sense of the word, and he inspired me and lit a fire in me to be the best I could as I followed his footsteps into becoming an English teacher myself. His love of Shakespeare and William Blake have transferred to me and I will never forget all he taught me, and I truly hope I am at least half as good an instructor as he was. His memory will...

At this time of grief and sorrow, please find comfort in fond memories, turn to the hearer of prayers psm:65:2 and please look forward to the time when God will dry the tears from all faces and death will be no more

Condolences to the family and friends. Please be comforted by God's words at Romans 8:35-39.