Author: Timothy Gorringe
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780300162806
Category : Art, European
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This stimulating book argues that great art can function as a "secular parable"--that is, like the parables of Jesus, art can lead viewers to reflect on the reality and presence of God in the world. T. J. Gorringe examines representative secular paintings of the most significant types (mythological themes, genre painting, portraiture, landscape, still life, abstract art), showing how each type can point toward God, whether by envisaging an alternative future, creating aesthetic delight, or teaching us to see things differently. His provocative study challenges the notion that art since the 15th century has become increasingly secularized. Gorringe gives careful consideration to each work's historical background and artistic context, as well as to art historical and critical appraisals. With an ecumenical approach, he then provides an insightful argument for how each piece can be read theologically. Although readers may sometimes disagree with his theological stance or his interpretation of specific works, his engaging commentary provokes reflection and challenges deeper questioning and awareness.
Earthly Visions
Author: Timothy Gorringe
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780300162806
Category : Art, European
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This stimulating book argues that great art can function as a "secular parable"--that is, like the parables of Jesus, art can lead viewers to reflect on the reality and presence of God in the world. T. J. Gorringe examines representative secular paintings of the most significant types (mythological themes, genre painting, portraiture, landscape, still life, abstract art), showing how each type can point toward God, whether by envisaging an alternative future, creating aesthetic delight, or teaching us to see things differently. His provocative study challenges the notion that art since the 15th century has become increasingly secularized. Gorringe gives careful consideration to each work's historical background and artistic context, as well as to art historical and critical appraisals. With an ecumenical approach, he then provides an insightful argument for how each piece can be read theologically. Although readers may sometimes disagree with his theological stance or his interpretation of specific works, his engaging commentary provokes reflection and challenges deeper questioning and awareness.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780300162806
Category : Art, European
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This stimulating book argues that great art can function as a "secular parable"--that is, like the parables of Jesus, art can lead viewers to reflect on the reality and presence of God in the world. T. J. Gorringe examines representative secular paintings of the most significant types (mythological themes, genre painting, portraiture, landscape, still life, abstract art), showing how each type can point toward God, whether by envisaging an alternative future, creating aesthetic delight, or teaching us to see things differently. His provocative study challenges the notion that art since the 15th century has become increasingly secularized. Gorringe gives careful consideration to each work's historical background and artistic context, as well as to art historical and critical appraisals. With an ecumenical approach, he then provides an insightful argument for how each piece can be read theologically. Although readers may sometimes disagree with his theological stance or his interpretation of specific works, his engaging commentary provokes reflection and challenges deeper questioning and awareness.
Visions of Paradise
Author: Jennifer Sliwka
Publisher: National Gallery London
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
-Published to accompany the exhibition Visions of Paradise, The National Gallery, London, 4 November 2015--14 February 2016---Colophon.
Publisher: National Gallery London
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
-Published to accompany the exhibition Visions of Paradise, The National Gallery, London, 4 November 2015--14 February 2016---Colophon.
Manford's Magazine
Author:
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ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 828
Book Description
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ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 828
Book Description
Heart Talks
Author: James Britton Cranfill
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Christian life
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
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ISBN:
Category : Christian life
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
Visions of the Beyond by a Seer of To-day, Or, Symbolic Teachings from the Higher Life
Author: Herman Snow
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Future life
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Future life
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Wilson's Tales of the Borders, Etc
Author: John Mackay Wilson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 436
Book Description
The Death of Shelley
Author: Geoffrey Scott
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
The Expositor
Author: Samuel Cox
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
The Complete Works
Author: George Noe͏̈l Gordon Byron (Baron Byron)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1108
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1108
Book Description
War Letters of William Thompson Lusk
Author: William Thompson Lusk
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Medicine, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Medicine, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description