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Routledge - Water and Sacred Architecture - Edited Book

Name: Routledge - Water and Sacred Architecture - Edited Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep connection between water and spirituality in this edited volume from Routledge. Water and Sacred Architecture examines how water acts as both a physical element and a symbolic property within religious spaces. This book looks at the relationship from two distinct perspectives: the ways water has influenced the sacredness of buildings throughout history and across various religions, and how architectural design expresses the spiritual meaning of water. Rather than providing a simple chronological history or focusing on one specific part of the world, this collection offers original research on unique design aspects and contextual details. It is an essential resource for those studying how the presence of water shapes the experience of the sacred. This volume provides a deep look into how architects and religious traditions use water to define the character and spiritual purpose of their buildings.

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Examines the dual role of water as a physical element and a symbolic property in sacred spaces.

Analyzes how water influences the perceived sacredness of buildings across different religions and historical periods.

Investigates how architectural design can express the spiritual meaning and essence of water.

Provides original material focused on unique design aspects rather than a standard chronological history.

Offers a broad perspective that avoids being limited to a single geographical region.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1032415908
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Architecture > Criticism & Theory
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 25 May 2023
Listed Since: 15 October 2022

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