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Hesychasm and Art - Byzantine and Slavic Iconography Book

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Explore the deep connection between religious movements and visual expression in Hesychasm and Art. This book by Dr. Anita Strezova examines how subtle changes in Byzantine theology led to new iconographic and stylistic conventions during the 14th and 15th centuries. Rather than viewing iconographic traditions as static, Strezova demonstrates how they evolved alongside spiritual shifts. The text focuses on the impact of Hesychasm, particularly the teachings of the Athonite monk St. Gregory Palamas, on the art of the Byzantine world and the Slavic diaspora. This work provides a fresh look at how theological developments shaped the visual identity of Christian art in these regions. Ideal for students, historians, and art enthusiasts, this book offers a detailed study of how spiritual practices influence the way sacred subjects are depicted in historical art movements.

Key Features

Examines the relationship between Hesychasm and changes in Byzantine iconographic styles.

Analyzes the theological influence of St. Gregory Palamas on religious art.

Covers iconographic trends across both Byzantine and Slavic lands.

Provides historical context for the 14th and 15th centuries.

Written by scholar Dr. Anita Strezova for an academic and enthusiast audience.

Explores how religious movements affect the style of the Slavic diaspora.

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paperback
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Amazon UK
Release Date
14 October 2014
Listed Since
18 January 2015

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