Description
Art and the Bible: Two Essays (L'Abri Pamphlets) by Francis A. Schaeffer
UPC: 0877844437
Overview
Art and the Bible: Two Essays by Francis A. Schaeffer is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between Christianity and the arts. Schaeffer, a respected theologian with a profound appreciation for creative expression, examines the role of art in biblical times and offers Christians a framework for engaging with modern art. This concise yet impactful book highlights how the arts can reflect humanity's creativity, rooted in being made in the image of God, and challenges Christian artists to push the boundaries of imagination with faith-inspired purpose.
Product Features
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 64
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0877844437
- ISBN-13: 9780877844433
- Dimensions: 5 x 0.25 x 7 inches
- Weight: 2.08 ounces
- Publisher: InterVarsity Press
- Publication Date: January 1, 1973
Interesting Facts
- Author: Francis A. Schaeffer, a prominent Christian theologian, founded L’Abri Fellowship, a community where seekers explore the intersection of faith and culture.
- Unique Perspective: Schaeffer emphasizes how the Bible records diverse art forms in the Old Testament, underscoring the importance of art in spiritual expression.
- Contemporary Insight: The book critiques modern art's focus on alienation and despair, proposing a hopeful Christian alternative.
- Framework for Artists: Schaeffer provides eleven practical perspectives for developing a distinctly Christian view of art, highlighting creativity as a reflection of God’s image.
- Inspirational Message: Schaeffer declares that the Christian imagination has no boundaries, urging believers to embrace art as a source of joy and divine reflection.
Publishers
- Publisher: InterVarsity Press
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