Contrast St. John The Baptist Catholic Church And Immanuel's Church

In contrast, the Cuxa Cloister, as part of the Catalan monastery of Saint-Michel-de-Cuxa, allowed monks to contemplate at their leisure (accession number: 25.120.398–.954). There wasn’t a fixed time or schedule they had to adhere to in order to access the Cloister. A pleasant pink, this marble cloister is 2,743 x 2,377 cm. Created circa 1130–40, prior to the Chapel, the Cloister also monbs to immerse themselves in nature and consider Christ’s teachings before or after mass. Being at the heart of the monastery, the centralized location of the space made it easily accessible, and a popular space for monks to wash themselves and their clothing. Yet, this space isn’t just for tending to one’s physical needs, it’s also for one’s spiritual ones. Filled with heavy symbolism, the sculptures feature mermaids, animals with two bodies and lion devouring people, to symbolize tensions between good and evil. The space, while physically open is more concerned with opening the mind and letting in Christ’s teachings in a self-guided way. Similar to the Chapel, the symbolism in the Cloister, is a visual reminder of

Living religious traditions are integrated meaning systems which provide adherents with comprehensive and distinctive answers to the enduring questions of human existence. Religious traditions are ultimately shaped and reformed by the actions of the individuals who practices the faith. In a contemporary Christian environment, prominent practices to have a significant contribution to Christianity as a living religious tradition are Baptism and the works of Pope John XXIII. The significant practice of Baptism, as a central element of Christianity, is an initiation of adherents to a “discipleship” with Christ as well as a reinforcement of the community’s relationship with God. Furthermore, the development and expression of the Christian tradition

By protruding from the cathedral's walls, the figures are more attractive and would gain more observation. Also, they would have been brightly painted to look as realistic as possible (Harris and Zucker 2018). This, in its day, would have made the scenes seem even more lively than they do now, and certainly more lively than the blander jamb sculptures of Early Gothic art. Not only were the figures interacting with each other, but they would have been able to interact with passersby and members of the cathedral. Their realism could have especially been effective in playing towards the church youths. The colorful figures on the exterior of the church were the same ones that were featured in biblical sermons on the interior and would have helped paint visuals of gospel readings. Finally, as is characteristic of many religions, the divine figures depicted were both literally and figuratively placed above the mortal man or woman. The jamb statues were larger-than-life-size and, in case there was any doubt that they reign supreme over us, are mounted on the cathedral. This gives the appearance of Gabriel, Mary and Elizabeth watching over us. This could mean in a protective, religious sense but also could be in a hierarchical context. The figures depicted in Annunciation and Visitation are all of vital importance to Christianity and are worshiped-or looked up to-by followers of that faith. These reasons are why I believe Annunciation and Visitation looks and is placed the way it

If the fairly large doorway to the room wasn’t enough, stepping into the room makes one feel so small and insignificant. The high ceiling and the large, spacious room puts a person into perspective about their size compared to the rest of the world. The high ceiling probably seeks to bring a church connection closer to that of the heavens and thus closer to God. Because of the large, open space in this room, sound travels with ease from one end to another, which must have made sermons and services easily heard. The high windows, or the clerestory, bring the room a source of light, and bring about this sense of feeling far away from the rest of the outside world. The right wall is lined with a painting of significant trials and events in Jesus’ life. Looking deeper into the room, attention is easily drawn towards a crowned Jesus on the cross appearing to float in front of the detailed apse along with three smaller, thinner windows. Behind the great crucifix, is the highly detailed fresco painting

The bishop was also in charge of building two other churches, San Michele and Santa Maria, but “San Vitale is larger in scale than these two churches, designed as a centrally planned octagonal two-story congressional church” (Tronchin and Knight 130).The church features “two centric octagons. The dome covered inner octagon rises above the surrounding octagon to provide the interior with clerestory lighting” (Gardner and Kleiner B: 255). This octagon shape brings the parishioners to the center of the church, allowing them to become part of the service, which is not found in a traditional church. The dome is constructed on eight piers and arches which are surrounded by an ambulatory and a gallery. Much of the inside is marble and gold and the church walls have many windows to let the sun in to shine on this gold. “Light filtered through the alabaster-paned windows and plays over glittering mosaics and flowing marble” (Gardner 255) which shows the beauty and lavish pieces Justinian put into this construction, even though the outside is dull and made mostly of bricks. However, this becomes another difference concerning these two monuments. The dome of San Vitale shows the Roman influence, with a figure of Christ, marbles and glittering galleries and the Dome of the Rock features a more ordinary approach with geometric shapes and calligraphy as well as extraordinary colors used in Islamic

A standout on the tour of many awe-inspiring buildings, the Church of Santa Domingo was built by Moorish architects, and its interior is a brilliant mix of dazzling colors and historic décor. After visiting the Chapel of the Rosary, wander through to the gallery of the Martyrs of the Order of San Domingo, but visiting the museum houses in an off-limits

The detail effectively illustrates and emphasizes the storytelling components of the decoration, the sculpture, and the ornateness of the interior space, something not possible for a less detail oriented medium. The detail of the architecture shows the superiority of the building compared to other structures in Rome, and the value placed on honoring Saint Paul. The storytelling artwork and portraiture which leads to the grand portrait of Jesus Christ is also a component of the interior space which the medium allowed to shine through, further informing the viewer on the purpose of the structure. The detail in the artwork expresses its importance in the church’s service to a society of extremely low literacy rates to teach religious stories and values. The selection of etching as a medium is essential to conveying these aspects of the architecture’s role and how the viewer perceives the function of the

Religion, in current society, continues to hold importance and have a strong following despite many attempts to diminish this institution. Many individuals find comfort or a purpose of existence in religion and, in doing so, abide by the rules and practices that come with this establishment. Throughout the years, Christianity has been able to remain one of the largest religions in the world. Unfortunately, with many followers come many different opinions and perceptions on this religion, which is why, today, there are several different Christian denominations in the world. While coming from the same base beliefs, these denominations can vary drastically and, arguably, one of the most recognized Christian denominations are the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Founded by Charles Taze Russel, Jehovah’s Witnesses are possibly one of the most different Christian denominations (Oxtoby and Segal 190). There are about 6.5 million Jehovah’s Witnesses in the world (Juettner 4). They dedicate their lives in preparing for the Advent, second coming of Christ (190). Although Jehovah’s Witnesses and Protestants branch off from the same root religion, the differences between these two denominations are vast. This essay will study the formation of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and how it is different to mainstream Protestantism. Protestantism, one of the largest sects in Christianity, has many concepts and beliefs that differ from

Religion is a system of symbols that establishes powerful motivation in people by creating conceptions of something real. Art and religion have gone hand-in hand for years. Almost every religion has representations of their God and symbols through works of art. Architecture is a form of art, and it requires creativity and imagination to build something related to religion. Two churches from different periods, built with different techniques, can have the same purpose. The design of the St. Louis Chapel Abbey, created by Gyo Obata with the purpose of serving God, is absolutely incredible. Similarly, the Borgund Stave Church in Norway, made from wood a long time ago, is also beautiful though the architect

Stained glass was made during the Gothic period of art history. In the center of the program is the Virgin Mary, enthroned and crowned. The crown means that she is the Queen of Heaven. Cruciform nimbuses/halos frame the heads of both her and the Christ child. This is an indicator of their divinity. Mary’s foot is resting on a stool that is covered by a rug. The throne is held up by the pillars that are held by the angels beneath it. In the segment above Mary’s head is a dove representing the presence of the Holy Spirit. The Christ child sits on Mary’s lap. In his left hand, he is holding an open book with a quote from Isaiah from the Old Testament; his right hand is raised in blessing. The quote is “Every valley shall be exalted.” This refers to the leveling of lands and the creation of roads for the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ.

Churches were more decorated inside than outside because the churches were pagan reforms, so the followers believed that decorating the inside like a house would be more fitting to a house of God and the comfort of the house was also at play. The believers thought as quoted by Walter Lowrie, "Outside the house of the Church is Nature: inside is grace abounding, from the baptistery to the altar (Lowrie 98)". The early Christians also had problems with radicals who hated them so the sanctuary where brothers and sisters could meet as one was a safe haven so they built the inside as such with windows high to let in the light from the skies to illuminate the nave as if angels were coming down. Even such objects as the Holy Table were important in part of the art of early churches as the Holy Table was a representation of the last supper and a table meant for sacrifices (Tithes). In Christian churches, there were arched pillars inside which were the same as the roman architecture as the builders might have been trying to find a way to combine the God with the trinity and humans on earth in a symbolic way. With the way the circles are made inside the squares, this makes for arches and could mean the divine and the followers in one

Pictured below is the floor plan for the Santa Sabina. The interior design includes many of the features mentioned above, as can be seen on the floor plan. Coming from the porch through the narthex, you enter the nave. The Church of Santa Sabina has a very open nave with a dominant central axis that provides a clear view from the narthex to the apse the sight of the alter. The apse takes on a semicircular shape and is highlighted by three windows with symbols representing the Eucharist in between. Above these, a mosaic created by Taddeo Zuccari depicts Christ seated on a hill surrounded by people while lambs drink from a river. On either side of the nave is an aisle separated from the center space by twelve Corinthian style pillars constructed from proconnesian marble. Archways are created between the pillars, and are decorated with inlaid stone that show a chalice and bread plate, reflecting the Eucharist. Above the archways, clerestory windows allow light to fill the interior. The interior is completed with a flat ceiling constructed from wooden

Dear Diary, Orsanmichele was so great! My favorite part about this church is the the sculptures of saints placed in the tabernacles on all four sides of the church. I learned that people made a new approach to science and math; they questioned ideas, made observations, performed experiments and analyzed the results.

One includes the statue of Christ, made by corn dough by Mexican Indians and was brought to the island in the middle of the 16th century. There’s also the Flemish main altar, a picture carving of the Virgin Mary from Belgium. Even if you’re not the most religious person in the world, these are a must-see.

People from all walks of life in Chicago, some of whom raised in relgious families, some of whom not, can in any case come together in a house of worship and worship—if not the same god—at least the premise that a higher power exists; and to acknowledge that, in spite of our differences of cultural or religious background, there is a kind of common ground we share automatically as being products of the awesome forces of creation in this univese. Whether these forces are “gods” or are personifiable to any extent seems to be not even a secondary concern for the Bahais temple goers, so much as the act of acknowledging—and humbling oneself before—a higher