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Describes the role of the icon in Byzantine religious practices with emphasis on fortythree rarely exhibited icons and six manuscripts from the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine at Sinai, Egypt. Edited by Robert S. Nelson and Kristen M. Collins With contributions by Thomas F. Mathews, David Jacoby, and Father Justin Sinaites. Foreword by His Eminence Archbishop Damianos of Sinai, Abbot of the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine at Sinai. Isolated in the remote Egyptian desert, at the base of Mount Sinai, sits the oldest continuously inhabited monastery in the Christian world. The Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine at Sinai holds the most important collection of Byzantine icons remaining today. This catalogue, published in conjunction with the exhibition Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai, on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum from November 14, 2006, to March 4, 2007, features fortythree of the monastery's extremely rare (and rarely exhibited) icons and six manuscripts still lit
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai'? A: The book primarily describes the role of icons in Byzantine religious practices, showcasing forty-three rarely exhibited icons and six manuscripts from the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine at Sinai, Egypt.
- Q: Who are the editors and contributors of this book? A: The book is edited by Robert S. Nelson and Kristen M. Collins, with contributions from Thomas F. Mathews, David Jacoby, and Father Justin Sinaites.
- Q: What is the significance of the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine? A: The Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine is recognized as the oldest continuously inhabited monastery in the Christian world and houses the most important collection of Byzantine icons still in existence.
- Q: When was 'Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai' published? A: The book was published on January 8, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as being in acceptable condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors of religious art? A: Yes, this book is an excellent choice for collectors or enthusiasts of religious art, particularly those interested in Byzantine icons and manuscripts.
- Q: What type of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in art history, religious studies, or Byzantine culture would find this book particularly beneficial.
- Q: Are there any notable features in the book? A: The book features a detailed exploration of rare icons and manuscripts, providing insights into their historical context and significance.