Early Christian Flashcards
In Early Christian architecture a distinct
emphasis was placed on the _________,
which was of round, polygonal, or cruciform
shape.
Centralized Plan
consisting of a nave flanked
by lower aisles and terminated by an apse, was
adopted as the standard structure in Christian
congregational worship.
Basilican Hall Plan
Basilican Plan: the lobby/entrance
Narthex
Fore-court of a Christian basilica
Atrium
the walkway of Basilican plan
Ambulatory
Was a semicircular space in front of the nave
Apse
Elevated platform for the orator
Bema
Central part of the church extending from the narthex to the altar
Nave
Passageway between section of seats
Aisle
The use or study of pictures , images or symbols in visual art
Iconography
RELIGION breaking of religious images: the
destruction of religious images used in worship, or
opposition to their use in worship
Iconoclasm
the principal symbol of the Christian religion, recalling the
Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his
Passion and death.
Cross and Crucifix
happens to have the first letters of the Greek words for Jesus Christ, God’s son, Saviour
Ichthys / Ichtus - Fish
the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet, (“I am the first and the last”)
Alpha and Omega
MEANING MONOGRAM OF THE CROSS
Staurogram
