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2- Sacred Symbol, Sacred Art

The Symbolic World

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The Symbolism of Left and Right in Christian Imagery

This chapter explores the symbolism of left and right in traditional Christian imagery, delving into the concept of gathering and separating in the Gospel. The speaker highlights the significance of the left and right sides in representing moral duality and gathering in and pushing away. They also discuss the association of figures like Saint Peter and Saint Paul with the right and left, and explore the negative aspects of the right hand through examples from Saint Peter.

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