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Depicting Gods

Context Matters

CHAPTER

Understanding Divine Encounters: A Biblical Perspective

This chapter explores the complex portrayal of God in the Hebrew Bible, focusing on anthropomorphic representations contrasted with the prohibition of graven images. It examines specific narratives like Moses' encounter with God on Mount Sinai, while discussing the implications for ancient artwork and differing cultural views on deity representation.

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