Visual Faith :

Dyrness, William A.

Visual Faith : Art, Theology, and Worship in Dialogue / William A. Dyrness. - 188 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. - Engaging culture . - Engaging culture. .

Includes bibliographical references (pages 177-180) and index.

Introduction : the uneasy relationship between art and faith -- Development of the visual arts from the early church to the middle ages -- Development of the visual arts from the reformation to the twenty-first century -- Art and the biblical drama -- Reflecting theologically on the visual arts -- Contemporary challenges for Christians and the arts -- A new opportunity for Christian involvement in the arts -- Making and looking at art -- Conclusion : dreaming dreams and seeing visions.

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Art and religion--Christianity.

BR115.A8 / D97 2001

246 DYR