Art and Iconography

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Constantine Cavarnos Detailed explanation of the distinctive characteristics of Byzantine iconography, together with a concise systematic exposition of Saint John Damascene's defense of the holy icons.

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Constantine Cavarnos Detailed, illustrated explanation of ten major icons of the Festal cycle and of the iconography of God (the Holy Trinity, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit), of the Panagia or Theotokos, of Saint John the Baptist and of the Angels, followed by illuminating remarks of Saint Nectarios of Aegina and Photios Kontoglou on iconographic "Types" and "Archetypes."

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Anton C. Vrame A way of thinking about education in the Church from the perspective of the art, theology, and liturgical and devotional use of icons. Through ?iconic catechesis? each person is nurtured to grow into the likeness of God. With color plates.

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St. Theodore the Studite

To St Theodore the Studite, writing in the midst of the iconoclastic controversy of the eighth and ninth centuries, it was clear that iconoclasm is a serious error, which alienates its followers from God as much as any other heresy.

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St. John of Damascus

Without St. John's brilliant defense, both profound and at times earthly, we might well have had no icons, murals, and mosaics in churches to elevate and enrich our spirits.

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Panos Fiorentinos This handsome volume presents a comprehensive documentary review of 59 parishes across the Metropolis of Chicago. The richness of the Greek-American experience comes alive in this diverse offering of personal stories, over 400 beautiful full-color photographs and introductory articles that explain in the internal structure, symbolism and significance of church interiors and designs, as well as articles describing the communities that brought them into existence. This book is a sure conversation starter, appealing to those who have never been into an orthodox church, as well as those who want to share their faith with their friends and relatives.

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Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Written with personal warmth and great erudition, ENCOUNTERING THE MYSTERY illuminates the rich culture and soul of Orthodox Christianity. Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I traces the roots of Orthodox Christianity to its founding 2000 years ago, explores its spirituality and doctrine, and explains its liturgy and art. More especially, in a unique and unprecedented way, he relates Orthodox Christianity to contemporary issues, such as freedom and human rights, social justice and globalization, as well as nationalism and war.