Author : A. Parthasarathy
Publisher : A. Parthasarathy
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 17,85 MB
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9381094152
A practical text explaining the allegorical significance of gods and goddesses; rituals and festivals; invocations and prayers. It educates a spiritual aspirant with the philosophical aspect of religious practices.
Author : Swami Chinmayananda
Publisher : Central Chinmaya Mission Trust
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 13,61 MB
Release : 2019-11-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8175970588
Understand the significance of Ganesha's trunk, learn about the wisdom that is Krishna, relate with the perfection of Rama through the ancient art of God symbolism. Look into the eyes of Shiva and understand the meaning of the sacred symbol 'Om'. In this collection of essays, Pujya Swami Chinmayananda gives us a glimpse of the deeper meanings, behind the familiar images of Hindu culture and helps us to decipher the pointers to the realm of Infinite.
Author : Gerhart Burian Ladner
Publisher :
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 42,48 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780520085497
"A marvelous book, lucid in its structure and superb in the wonderfully compressed presentation of individual topics. . . . It will certainly be recognized as a classic."--Robert L. Benson, University of California, Los Angeles "A marvelous book, lucid in its structure and superb in the wonderfully compressed presentation of individual topics. . . . It will certainly be recognized as a classic."--Robert L. Benson, University of California, Los Angeles
Author : Pamela Sachant
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 20,75 MB
Release : 2023-11-27
Category : Art
ISBN :
Introduction to Art: Design, Context, and Meaning offers a deep insight and comprehension of the world of Art. Contents: What is Art? The Structure of Art Significance of Materials Used in Art Describing Art - Formal Analysis, Types, and Styles of Art Meaning in Art - Socio-Cultural Contexts, Symbolism, and Iconography Connecting Art to Our Lives Form in Architecture Art and Identity Art and Power Art and Ritual Life - Symbolism of Space and Ritual Objects, Mortality, and Immortality Art and Ethics
Author : Karen Vega
Publisher :
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 36,23 MB
Release : 2018-08-11
Category :
ISBN : 9781721758845
The Unseen Realm of Symbolism How powerful are symbols in our minds? How often does God speak to us through symbols not just in the Bible, but through our dreams as well? Although we interpret the Bible literally, this does not mean we ignore the symbols and metaphorical language that God uses. When Solomon calls his bride "a lily among thorns" in Song of Solomon 2:2, he is using symbols to declare the desirability and uniqueness of the Shulamite. It is scientifically proven that the brain operates in two modes: reading text (left hemisphere) and interpreting symbols (right hemisphere). With this fact we could say that the forms of communication are not entirely of language, but symbols, images and metaphors that are all part of our daily lives.
Author : Farrin Chwalkowski
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 620 pages
File Size : 19,44 MB
Release : 2016-12-14
Category : Art
ISBN : 1443857289
We are a product of nature. Every single cell of our body is made of, and depends, on nature. Our inner soul is heavily influenced by nature. We feel sad if the sun is not shining for a few days, and feel pleasure when drawn to the wonder of flowers and uplifted by the song of birds. We came from nature; we are part of nature. In short, we are nature. Nature has been an intimate part of the human experience from the earliest times. Different religions and cultures, from all corners of the world, have honoured and worshipped nature in art, ritual and literature in their own unique ways. This book shows how we learn about our own human nature, our own sense of identity and how we fit into the larger scheme of life and spirit when we come to better understand how our human ancestors, through art, symbol and myth, expressed their relationship with the natural world.
Author : Nicolaus Cabasilas
Publisher : St Vladimir's Seminary Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 27,64 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780913836378
"Nicholas Cabasilas' Commentary on the Divine Liturgy is a remarkable product of Byzantium's last great flowering of theology. The work has long been essential reading for specialists in the fields of comparative liturgy and history of liturgy, since Cabasilas comments in detail on the Byzantine rite of his day and is able to draw comparisons with the Roman liturgy as well. The work is also invaluable for all those who wish to understand more about the theory and practice of worship in the Orthodox Church. In this edition the text of the Commentary, translated by J. M. Hussey and P. A. McNulty, has been supplemented by a brief foreword which places Cabasilas' work in its historical context. A helpful introduction by R. M. French describes the celebration of the liturgy in the Orthodox Church."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Author : David Fideler
Publisher : Quest Books
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 25,88 MB
Release : 1993-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780835606967
The early Christian Gnosis did not spring up in isolation, but drew upon earlier sources. In this book, many of these sources are revealed for the first time. Special emphasis is placed on the Hellenistic doctrine of the "Solar Logos" and the early Christian symbolism which depicted Christ as the Spiritual Sun, the illumination source of order, harmony, and spiritual insight. Based on 15 years of research, this is a unique book which throws a penetrating light on the secret traditions of early Christianity. It clearly demonstrates that number is at the heart of being. Jesus Christ, Sun of God, illustrates how the Christian symbolism of the Spiritual Sun is derived from numerical symbolism of the "ancient divinities."
Author : Judith Couchman
Publisher : Paraclete Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 42,78 MB
Release : 2012-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1612614043
Have you stood in front of a painting and thought, What does this mean? The Art of Faith answers this question again and again, with insight, wit, and verve, providing a thorough reference to Christian art through the centuries. Practical and easy to read, this book unfolds the ancient world of Christian images for believers who want to enrich their faith, college students studying art history, and travelers to religious sites. With this book in hand, you can visit museums, churches, or other sacred places and identify a work of art's style and meaning. Or even explore the signs and symbols of your local church. Whatever your relationship to art or Christianity, open this book when you're curious about a painting, sculpture, symbol, or other sacred work. It will answer your questions about The Art of Faith. "Couchman offers a readable and user-friendly guide to deciphering and interpreting Christian visual art. She is rightly keen to meet the urgent need for a new depth of theological vision in the church and beyond." —Jeremy Begbie, Duke Divinity School; Author of Voicing Creation's Praise: Towards a Theology of the Arts
Author : Gertrude Grace Sill
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 41,10 MB
Release : 2011-01-18
Category : Art
ISBN : 1439123845
Explore one of the richest and most rewarding aspects of Western art with this comprehensive easy-to-use, portable guide to Christian symbols. Organized like a primer, with hundreds of entries in 50 categories—from A for Angels to Z for Zodiac—this handy pocket reference enables you to recognize at a glance the identity and meaning of all the elements in any Christian work of art. 162 paintings from every century illustrate the enduring themes of our biblical heritage. A short introductory essay explains how to use the handbook and the functions of symbols in art. Cross-references, illustrations, a detailed index, and the pocket-book size make A Handbook of Symbols in Christian Art an invaluable work for museum-goers, students, travelers, art collectors, and general readers.
