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Icons and Power: The Mother of God in Byzantium,New
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The Virgin Mary embodied power rather than maternal tenderness in the Byzantine world. Known as the Mother of God, she became a guarantor of military victory and hence of imperial authority. In this pioneering book, Bissera Pentcheva connects the fusion of Marian cult and imperial rule with the powers assigned to images of this All Holy woman.Drawing upon a wide range of sources and images, from coins and seals to monumental mosaics, Pentcheva demonstrates that a fundamental shift in the Byzantine cultfrom relics to iconstook place during the late tenth century. Further, she shows that processions through the city of Constantinople provided the context in which Marian icons emerged as centerpieces of imperial claims to divine protection.Pentcheva breaks new ground, contending that devotion to Marian icons should be considered a much later development than is generally assumed. This new perspective has important implications not only for the history of imperial ritual but also for understanding the creation of new Marian iconography during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries.Centered upon fundamental questions of art, religion, and politics, Icons and Power makes a vital contribution to the entire field of medieval studies. It will be of interest as well to all those concerned with the cult of Mary in the Christian traditions of the East and West.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Icons and Power: The Mother of God in Byzantium'? A: The main theme of the book explores the representation of the Virgin Mary in Byzantine culture, emphasizing her role as the Mother of God and her connection to military and imperial authority.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Icons and Power' is Bissera V. Pentcheva, an expert in medieval studies.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 15, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 312 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is a paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of insights does this book provide about Byzantine culture? A: The book provides insights into the shift from relics to icons in the Byzantine cult and examines how Marian icons served as symbols of imperial claims to divine protection.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in medieval studies? A: Yes, 'Icons and Power' is a vital contribution to medieval studies and is suitable for anyone interested in art, religion, and politics during that era.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: Yes, the book draws upon a wide range of sources and images, including coins, seals, and monumental mosaics to support its arguments.
- Q: What does the author argue regarding the devotion to Marian icons? A: The author contends that devotion to Marian icons developed later than commonly assumed, which has significant implications for understanding the history of imperial rituals.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Criticism, specifically focusing on art and religious studies.