Sacred Images Are Bridges Between Heaven and Earth
Bridging Heaven and Earth
The use of religious icons has sparked plenty of debate throughout history, especially during the first millennium when the controversy over iconoclasm came to the forefront. Unlike typical paintings, icons are more than just art; they act as sacred symbols that connect the divine and the human.
Created through prayer and meditation, these images invite…
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