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The Symbolic World
301 - Aidan Hart - Transfiguration: The End of Symbolism
Aug 3, 2023
Exploring the symbolism of the Transfiguration of Christ, the value of images in liturgical art, the significance of symbols as pathways to encounter God, and the divine darkness and light in theological descriptions. The discussion also touches on the balance of depicting Christ's divinity and humanity in icons, the transformative power of symbols, and the role of art in celebrating tradition versus questioning contemporary structures.
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- Christ's transfiguration symbolizes the unity of matter and the divine, highlighting the sanctification of worldly materials.
- Liturgical artists view their work as worship, using materials to reveal God's glory and participate in divine encounter.
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The Transfiguration as a Symbol of Union with the Divine
The podcast delves into the symbolism of the transfiguration, highlighting how Christ's transfiguration represents the culmination of worldly materials in a divine encounter. It emphasizes that matter, including garments, can reflect God's glory and be sanctified through a union with the divine. The concept of the divine darkness is explored, indicating the unknowable essence of God and the participation of all creation in revealing God's glory.
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