Views on Eastern Orthodox Iconography?

[Lamb]

Okay. God commanded that the ark be built. And He commanded the design. But He did not give any commands for the creation of icons.

Also, it was a reminder of what God has done. We don't need that reminder today. We have God's word to remind us of the cross.


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Has God forbidden artwork then?

 

[psalms 91]

The ark, the tabrinacle

 

[Hammster]

Has God forbidden artwork then?

Not that I'm aware of.


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[Hammster]

The ark, the tabrinacle

And where would I find them?


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[psalms 91]

They were representations of what is in heaven and now that is where you would find them. Ever wonder why everything was so exact and had to be a certain way?

 

[Tallguy88]

And where would I find them?


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In the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, Axum, Ethiopia.

 

[Hammster]

They were representations of what is in heaven and now that is where you would find them. Ever wonder why everything was so exact and had to be a certain way?

But they are not for us today.


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[psalms 91]

What is in heaven is not for us today? I beg to differ, study of these things is important

 

[Hammster]

What is in heaven is not for us today? I beg to differ, study of these things is important

So this leads you to believe that using icons in worship is okay?


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[Lamb]

Hammster, when you use the word "using" I'm wondering what you are implying? It seems to me that others here have a different type of idea for that word when in connection with worship.

 

[psalms 91]

So this leads you to believe that using icons in worship is okay?


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I didnt say that but it really depends on how you view it. For instance we have a cross behind the pulpit and as long as you dont turn it into an idol I think it can be helpful in focusing on Jesus

 

[Hammster]

Hammster, when you use the word "using" I'm wondering what you are implying? It seems to me that others here have a different type of idea for that word when in connection with worship.

"Here's a picture of Jesus that I look at to help me pray/worship."

That's what I mean.


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[Hammster]

I didnt say that but it really depends on how you view it. For instance we have a cross behind the pulpit and as long as you dont turn it into an idol I think it can be helpful in focusing on Jesus

So you wouldn't focus as well on a Sunday without the cross?


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[Tallguy88]

"Here's a picture of Jesus that I look at to help me pray/worship."

That's what I mean.


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Exactly. It helps me focus, keeps my mind from wandering. I don't pray TO a picture/statue. I pray to Jesus who is represented in the icon.

 

[Hammster]

Exactly. It helps me focus, keeps my mind from wandering. I don't pray TO a picture/statue. I pray to Jesus who is represented in the icon.

And I don't think it's biblical.


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[psalms 91]

Of course but what is wrong with reminders? I dont have a problem with any of it nor do I have to have a church to worship in either but I still go as it is preferred.

 

[Hammster]

Of course but what is wrong with reminders? I dont have a problem with any of it nor do I have to have a church to worship in either but I still go as it is preferred.

Do you need a reminder of how sinful you are and how great a Savior you have? I'm informed of that every day when I read scripture.


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[psalms 91]

Then Iwould say continue to read and be blessed and let others who enjoy worship with reminders to enjoy it

 

[Hammster]

Then Iwould say continue to read and be blessed and let others who enjoy worship with reminders to enjoy it

Truth be damned, right?


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[psalms 91]

I guess it depends on which truth and whose. There is no prohibition against symbols especially the ones that God provided. Personally, I think that your attitude would turn a lot of people off.