Visual faith :

Dyrness, William A.

Visual faith : art, theology, and worship in dialogue / William A. Dyrness. - Grand Rapids, Mich. : Baker Academic, c2001. - 188 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. - Engaging culture .

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

Contents: 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.

0801022975 (pbk.) 9780801022975

2001037487


Christianity and art.

BR115.A8 / D97 2001