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Manifestations of the Divine
Art has long been revered by anthropologists as a means of understanding cultures and the subcultures residing within them. The social mores held by the majority are commonly responsible for shaping what concepts are depicted, along with the means of expression used. This holds true for the representation of the Divine in art as depicted by different religious groups in specific times and places. While religious belief systems have myriad views of the outward manifestation of the Divine, most groups agree that worship of false idols is profane. This notion is the basis for the diverse representations throughout history and in some cases lack there of in Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism.
Christian denominations vary greatly in their specific beliefs and methods of worship. Therefore it is not surprising the artwork produced on their behalf varies just as greatly. Although most denominations warn against idol worship, this has......

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