The purpose and use of symbolism and imagery in religious art

What is the purpose of using symbolism in religious art?

• To confuse people
• To make the art look pretty
• To hide the meaning of the art
• To represent abstract ideas

What does the fish symbolize in Christianity?

• The ocean and sea creatures
• The Greek alphabet
• Christianity and Jesus Christ
• Nothing, it's just a decoration

What does the cross symbolize in Christianity?

• Nothing, it's just a decoration
• Divine love and forgiveness
• Danger, evil, and death
• The end of the world

What is the crucifix?

• A representation of Jesus on the cross
• A type of bird
• A type of flower
• A type of fish

What does the dove symbolize in religious art?

• The Holy Spirit
• The resurrection of Christ
• The crucifixion of Christ
• The birth of Christ

What is the symbol for Mark's Gospel?

• Winged lion
• Winged eagle
• Cross
• Winged ox

What is the symbol for John's Gospel?

• Winged eagle
• Fish
• Winged lion
• Winged ox

What is the purpose of using symbols in church settings?

• To confuse worshippers
• To distract from worship
• To enhance worship
• To make the church look pretty

What is the symbolism behind Luke's symbol in religious art?

• A winged eagle symbolizing the power of God's message
• A winged man symbolizing the Incarnation of Jesus
• A winged lion symbolizing the courage of Jesus
• A winged ox symbolizing the sacrifice of Jesus

What is the Chi-Rho symbol?

• A symbol of the fish
• A symbol of the dove
• A symbol of the eagle
• A symbol using the first two Greek letters in Christ