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A Theopoetics of the Cross- With Brian Zahnd

Rethinking Faith

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The Beauty and Grotesqueness of the Cross in Christian Art

This chapter explores how Christian art has depicted the cross as both beautiful and grotesque, despite its historical brutality. The discussion delves into the deeper symbolism and meaning behind the portrayal of the cross in art, emphasizing the transformative power of imagery. It reflects on the paradox of finding beauty in a symbol of suffering and execution.

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