religious iconography
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nounfemininepl: religious iconographies
iconografia religiosa
1. The system of symbols, images, and artistic representations used in religious art and practice to convey spiritual or sacred meanings
The religious iconography of the Renaissance period heavily featured depictions of saints and biblical scenes.
A iconografia religiosa do período renascentista apresentava muitas representações de santos e cenas bíblicas.
2. The study or interpretation of religious symbols and their meanings in visual art and sacred objects
Scholars of religious iconography analyze the symbolism in medieval church decorations.
Os estudiosos de iconografia religiosa analisam o simbolismo nas decorações das igrejas medievais.
3. The conventional imagery and symbolic representations associated with a particular faith or religious tradition
Catholic religious iconography includes the crucifix, the Virgin Mary, and various saints.
A iconografia religiosa católica inclui o crucifixo, a Virgem Maria e vários santos.
Religious iconography holds significant importance in both Brazilian and American contexts, particularly in predominantly Catholic regions of Brazil where baroque religious art and saint imagery are prominent. In the USA, it's a key area of study in art history and religious studies programs. In Brazil, understanding religious iconography is essential for appreciating colonial and contemporary religious art, especially in historic cities like Ouro Preto and Salvador.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to read religious iconography
in the tradition of religious iconography
steeped in religious iconography
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