Five Forms of Orthodox Arts

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Over many centuries, art and the Orthodox faith have intertwined and flowed into each other. What forms of crafts are present in Orthodox arts?

The orthodox church is where people arrived at pray, confess their sins, tune in to priests' sermons, light candles, write notes, kiss icons, read prayers.

However, the church is not just about lighting candles and speaking prayers. It is in this place that you could enjoy real art as well.

"Religion and art are closely linked to each other."

You can find five general forms of arts in Orthodox religion:

1. Temple architecture - external and internal decoration.
2. Frescoes are wall paintings.
3. Fine arts - icon painting.
4. Musical arts - prayers singing.
5. Jewelry art is a cosmetic setting on icons made of precious materials, church utensils, icons, kiota, foldings, candlesticks, church crosses, cross pendants, and rings with Jesus's crucifix.

Orthodox jewelry carries on strictly spiritual purposes.

Nowadays, jewelry artisans create beautiful pieces of orthodox art items. They are cross pendants, rings, bells, icons framed with precious metals, church utensils, and much more.

Orthodox jewelry crafts are usually made by hand, endowed with the invaluable energy of these creator orthodox crucifixion. They bear the imprint of the spiritual content and the craftsman's imagination.

Orthodox crosses

The cross is the main shrine for Orthodox Christians. It had been on it that the Lord accepted death in the name of humanity. For this reason, a pious tradition arose to offer prayers to him. Because of this, accordingly, Orthodox believers place crucifixes in churches and houses. Modern artisans make orthodox crosses of fantastic beauty!

Cross Pendants of Jesus's Crucifix

The pectoral cross is just a shrine worn by all Orthodox Christians. A cross pendant for an Orthodox Christian is not only a stylish decoration. They are shrines priceless to one's heart of a believer. A pectoral cross pendant is usually worn attached to a suitable chain, string, or lace.

It is preferred that the chain and the pendant you will wear are constructed with the same metal. However, white gold and silver can be effectively combined. As an example, chains made of silver look good with gold crosses which have a bright gold insert.

Modern manufacturing provides many products made of basic or precious materials decorated with precious stones.

Orthodox Books

Make sure to remember the most important book of most times and people - the Bible. This type of book is an impressive piece of art in any home library of an Orthodox person. There is a number of handmade books offered for sale in a Russian Orthodox monastery. A number of them feature hardcover coated in natural black leather with metal corners.

Russian Orthodox Icons

Unlike an ordinary painting, an Icon is just a masterpiece of design of a particular kind. The Orthodox Church Fathers argue that the iconic image goes back to the prototype and isn't the artist's perception of the gospel faces, events but captures the divine, supernatural image.

The icon is what must be in your home of every Orthodox Christian. Embracing a saint with prayer, people strengthen their faith, restore mental balance, and protect themselves from temptations and temptations.

Where to Buy Orthodox Art?

Many people believe that it is safer to buy orthodox art items only in the temple. However, many specialized online retailers sell handcrafted items with safe and convenient payment options and worldwide delivery.

Please look at the Andcross Orthodox Art online shop where you could buy all the described above truly unique handmade orthodox icons, books, candles, bells, an extensive assortment of jewelry, and various orthodox art souvenirs.