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Paper 1.4 - Expressions and Forms of the church Flashcards

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SOWA for the architecture of a church

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“You learn your faith through the church building” Catholic architect

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Why is church architecture important

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It is the home of God and a gathering place for catholics meaning it is sacred and should be used to help and preserve worship

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Why is the church built facing east

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This is where Jesus rose from the dead and it shows new life

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Why are churches round

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to represent eternity

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Why are churches octagonal

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to show the star bringing light (Jesus) into the world

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Why do Churches have spires

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to point towards God in heaven and become close with him

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Why do churches have stained glass windows

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to tell bible stories to those who cannot read

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Why do churches have sanctuarys

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to show that God and the priest is Holy so they should be separated

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SOWA for internal features of the catholic church

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“Jesus’ sacrifice reminds them of salvation” CCC

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What is the importance of the Lectern

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It is used to read and share the bible from making it an essential part of the liturgy. Without the lecturn scripture would not be as special and important

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What is the importance of the alter

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It focuses the mass on the transubstantiation of christ. It represents the table of last supper and is a key staple to the liturgy, reminding catholics of salvation

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What is the importance of the Crucifix

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It is always visible in the church as a constant reminder of the Sacrifice that Jesus made for them and their sins. It can also be a focus for prayer

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What is the importance of the Tabernacle

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It is a Holy place for Jesus’ body and blood and is important for catholics as they believe when Jesus is in there, he is truly there and present.

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Why are internal features important

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They are a focus point for prayer and a constant reminder of the catholic religion

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SOWA for artwork in catholicism

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“Sacred art is true and beautiful” CCC

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SOWA against catholicism artwork

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“Do not worship false idols”

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Why is artwork important

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  1. It is an expression of faith and can be interpreted in many different ways
  2. It makes the religion more accessible as the illiterate can still learn
  3. It helps strengthen the bond with God
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Where can artwork be used

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At church as a visual prayer point or at home to constantly remind catholics of their faith and its importance

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Explain some brief history of art in the catholic church

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In the 17th century lots of art was destroyed due to being told worshipping false idols was wrong. However, art is not worshipped it is used to tell a story so art is still prominent today.

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Give one example of catholic artwork

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The creation of adam in the sistine chapel represented God and man reaching out to each other, but leaving a gap as a symbol of free will and boundaries

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Give one SOWA for statues in the catholic church

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” Art is a form of practical wisdom” CCC

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Why are statues important

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They are more obvious focal points for prayer as it makes it appear as though Jesus is in the church with them in statue form. Statues can be used. Statues are also built in the image of God and Jesus, making them Holy

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How are sculptures used in the church

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  1. Prayer
  2. Kneel before them
  3. Touch and hold
  4. Light candles and pray before them
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Why are sculptures a good expression of belief

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they allow people to be more expressive when praying and can be used to remember the person being represented in the statue

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Give on example of a statue

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Christ the redeemer in Rio, a constant reminder that God is always watching over and protecting them

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