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Religious - Icons and the Liturgy, East and West: History, Theology, and Culture

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Book Synopsis: Icons and the Liturgy, East and West: History, Theology, and Culture is a collection of nine essays developed from papers presented at the 2013 Huffington Ecumenical Institute's symposium “Icons and Images,” the first of a three-part series on the history and future of liturgical arts in Catholic and Orthodox churches. Catholic and Orthodox scholars and practitioners gathered at Loyola Marymount University to present papers discussing the history, theology, ecclesiology, and hermeneutics of iconology, sacred art, and sacred space in the Orthodox and Catholic traditions. Nicholas Denysenko’s book offers two significant contributions to the field of Eastern and Western Christian traditions: a critical assessment of the status of liturgical arts in postmodern Catholicism and Orthodoxy and an analysis of the continuity with tradition in creatively engaging the creation of sacred art and icons. The reader will travel to Rome, Byzantium, Armenia, Chile, and to other parts of the world, to see how Christians of yesterday and today have experienced divine encounters through icons. Theologians and students of theology and religious studies, art historians, scholars of Eastern Christian Studies, and Catholic liturgists will find much to appreciate in these pages.
Contributors: Nicholas Denysenko, Robert Taft, S.J., Thomas M. Lucas, S.J., Bissera V. Pentcheva, Kristin Noreen, Christina Maranci, Dorian Llywelyn, S.J., Michael Courey, and Andriy Chirovsky.

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Icons and the Liturgy, East and West: History, Theology, and Culture is a game-changing book that offers a deep dive into the world of liturgical arts in Catholic and Orthodox churches. Developed from papers presented at the prestigious Huffington Ecumenical Institute’s symposium, this collection of essays brings together Catholic and Orthodox scholars, practitioners, and theologians to explore the history, theology, and cultural significance of icons.

With Icons and the Liturgy, East and West, Nicholas Denysenko delivers a critical assessment of the current status of liturgical arts in postmodern Catholicism and Orthodoxy, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by these traditions. This insightful analysis also explores the continuity with tradition in the creative process of sacred art and icons, offering a fresh perspective on their creation and significance in today's world.

Embark on a fascinating journey as you traverse through Rome, Byzantium, Armenia, and even Chile, discovering how Christians across different time periods and regions have encountered the divine through icons. Whether you are a theologian, a student of theology or religious studies, an art historian, or a Catholic liturgist, this book promises to be a valuable resource that will expand your knowledge and understanding.

Featuring contributions from renowned experts such as Robert Taft, S.J., Bissera V. Pentcheva, and Andriy Chirovsky, Icons and the Liturgy, East and West brings together a wealth of perspectives and insights. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the rich history, theology, and cultural importance of icons.

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