Menorah and Its Symbolism to the Jewish Community The menorah, originally a seven-branched candelabrum used in the Temple, is one of the oldest symbols used by the Jewish faith. In contrast to the ancient menorah of Exodus is the Chanukkah menorah Continue Reading...
During World War I, the eagle is hidden, and only later found by a metalworker. Quotation: Second to last paragraph At the end of the story, the symbolism of the menorah is confirmed: "They removed the menorah and brought it to the Great Synagogue Continue Reading...
It is not intended for the contemplation of the reserved sacrament. Under this new principle, Roman Catholic tabernacles are now set in separate chapels or other more appropriate places (ELCA). Guidelines for Lutheran Churches These Churches do no Continue Reading...
The Byzantine artists are well-known for the icon of Symeon with the Christ Child. The icon was effectively changed by Byzantine artists toward the ending of the iconoclastic controversy in the ninth century. Originally the artistic protocol for the Continue Reading...
