1 comments about Graven Images: New England Stonecarving and its Symbols, 1650-1815.

1. Particularly striking are the many plates which provide a rare insight into the artistic notions of a culture that generally frowned on decoration. As a document on early American notions of form, the books holds its own with the best studies of architecture, pottery and antiques that I have seen.

1 comments about Praising God Through the Lively Arts.

1. This book is inspirational and practical! I am pastor of Church of the Saviour United Methodist, where the author serves as Director of Creative Worship Arts. We have been privileged to use much of the material in this book in our worship. Through this process, worship has come alive for the congregation. The material has been well received and used by many types of people--young and old, male and female, conservative and progressive. Few resources are needed, except a willing spirit and the desire to be creative. I would commend this book to anyone seeking to bring alive their worship service.

5 comments about The First Mormon Temple: Design, Construction, and Historic Context of the Kirtland Temple.

1. Robison's insights into the the progression of the construction of the Kirtland temple are priceless windows into the most significant landmark in the timeline of mormon architecture. This is a great coffee table book for historic preservation buffs and mormoms alike that won't be put down!



2. Robison's insights into the the progression of the construction of the Kirtland temple are priceless windows into the most significant landmark in the timeline of mormon architecture. This is a great coffee table book for historic preservation buffs and mormoms alike that won't be put down!



3. Robison's insights into the the progression of the construction of the Kirtland temple are priceless windows into the most significant landmark in the timeline of mormon architecture. This is a great coffee table book for historic preservation buffs and mormoms alike that won't be put down!



4. Robison's insights into the the progression of the construction of the Kirtland temple are priceless windows into the most significant landmark in the timeline of mormon architecture. This is a great coffee table book for historic preservation buffs and mormoms alike that won't be put down!



5. Robison's insights into the the progression of the construction of the Kirtland temple are priceless windows into the most significant landmark in the timeline of mormon architecture. This is a great coffee table book for historic preservation buffs and mormoms alike that won't be put down!

1 comments about Art and Oracle African Art and Rituals of Divination.

1. This book offers fascinating information and pictures of little known divinatory tools from cultures across Africa. Whether your interest is art historical, religious, divinatory, cultural or something else entirely, there is information to engage you in this book. The photos are beautiful, and the book's format is large enough so the photos have enough room to shine. As an initiate of one of the New World religions derived from Ifa, I found inspiration in this book as well as information. Seeing the traditional tools of an Ifa diviner was thrilling to me. I recommend this book highly: it is first-rate.

1 comments about High Renaissance Art in St. Peter's and the Vatican: An Interpretive Guide.

1. It is a very useful guide to the vatican palace and to st peter.
   It is centered in a very particular period. The tremendous richess of ancient art in the palace is completelly absent.

No comments about Art As Spiritual Activity: Rudolf Steiner's Contribution to the Visual Arts (Vista Series, Vol 3).

No comments about Hindu Pantheon.

No comments about In Glory Blessed Virgin Mary: Poems & Prayers.

1 comments about Jesus Then & Now: Images of Jesus in History and Christology.

1. Jesus Then & Now: Images Of Jesus In History And Christology edited by Marvin Meyer (Professor of Religious Studies at Chapman College) and Charles Hughes (Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Chapman College) is a singularly fascinating, college-level look at the artistic vision human beings have had of Jesus Christ throughout the ages. Jesus Then & Now does not limit itself to any era, or even to the religion of Christianity, for its also encompasses images and perceptions of Jesus in Judaism and Islam. Extensive annotation reflects the vast amount of scholarly research that has gone into this presentation of the myriad, often conflicting views of Jesus that have persisted through the ages. Jesus Then & Now is very highly recommended for both scholars and non-specialist general readers with a serious interest in the history of Christianity and evolving perspectives of Jesus Christ.

2 comments about Faith, Hope, and Light: The Art of the Stained Glass Window.

1. This is book for those moments of quite contemplation. When the world seems chaotic and despair seems to be the order of the day, and there seems to be no remedy, this book will provide you with joy. As you reflect upon the quotes from the people of diverse time periods and backgrounds you will see the common thread throughout history; faith , hope and light. Each page has a beautiful stained glass window from some house of worship, museum or private collection from various corners of the world. The colorful illuminations are magnificent and date from early Christendom to contemporary art all reproduced in exquisite detail. On the opposite page are quotations in big bold letters. The sayings are thought provoking,concise reflections on our purpose on this planet and our relationship to the seen and unseen. The themes are organized around the title of the book with the exception of love replacing light. The art work from the stained glass windows is only half the treasure of this book as the sayings are at times profound. Some of the simple examples from the book are as follows: from Love; "Love in its essence is spiritual fire," Emmanuel Swedenborg(1868-1772), from Hope; " Laugh and grow strong," St. Ignatius Loyola (1491-1556), from Faith ; "People see God every day, they just don't recognize him " Pearl Baily (1918-1990). These are some of the shortest quotes and very typical of the diversity . The sayings come from the unknown and known figures of time. I would recommend this book to you , to share with a family member, to give as a gift for a special person in your life, to spread the interchangeable terms of light and love. This is a good book to have near and read often, to look at the wisdom and common thread that binds all mankind.



2. This book made my heart leap with the beautiful juxtaposition of inspirational quotes and breathtakingly lovely stained glass windows. The art print colors are vibrantly rich and glowing. The windows and text span a broad historical and geographical range. They include windows from diverse places and times; 13th century French and English cathedrals, modern works by Marc Chagall, and windows from 20th century cathedrals in South America. The quotes are equally broad from Louis L'Amour to Leo Tolstoy; St.Francis of Assisi to Pearl Bailey. The text creatively intertwines with the art work to stop and make you marvel and wonder. This book is a perfect aid to meditation It warms the soul and spirit,it makes you contemplate and wonder and ultimaltely give thanks. It is a hope renewer in both art and faith and their wonderful ongoing connection.