English Medieval Shrines
(Part of the Boydell Studies in Medieval Art and Architecture Series)
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Survey of the growth and development of the magnificent shrines which reached their apogee during the middle ages. The cult of saints is one of the most fascinating manifestations of medieval piety. It was intensely physical; saints were believed to be present in the bodily remains that they had left on earth. Medieval shrines were created inorder to protect these relics and yet to show off their spiritual worth, at the same time allowing pilgrims...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1783270934
ISBN13:9781783270934
Release Date:March 2016
Publisher:Boydell Press
Length:368 Pages
Weight:2.10 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 6.8" x 9.5"
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Architecture Art Arts, Music & Photography History Religion Religion & SpiritualityCustomer Reviews
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