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The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of SAINTS

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SAINTS far more than just a dictionary of saints, this beatifully illustrated book chronicles the mysterious history of sainthood and tells the lives of the saints from a modern perspective.rnSAINTS are recognized in every corner of the world, and although the Roman Catholic Church may investigate and confirm their status, saints are first selected by Christian communities themselves. This bookunravels the myths surrounding sainthood, and addresses such issues asa the importance of symbolism in Christian art, how certain places became holy sites, the significance of relics, and how the purpose of pilgrimage has changed over the countries.rnThe second part of the book is a fully illustrated encyclopedia of over 500 saints, listed in chronological order from the Apostles and early Christian martyrs through to 20th-century saints. The life and work of each saint is described. As well as dozens od well-known and well-loved saints such as St. Christopher, St. Teresa of Avila and St. Francis of Assisi, entries wlso include 1st-century martyrs and African saints of the 19th century.rnThe book is illustrated with more than 500 images of saints, the places where they lived, beatiful churches and relics. Among them are some of the finest works of Western art. A valuable reference book, this expert guide will inform every reater interested in discovering more about Christianity and the lives of the saints.

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Call Number

R 922.1 PAU s

Publisher

Leicestershire, United Kingdom : Lorens Books, Annes Publishing Ltd.., 2012

Collation

p. 258: 30 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9,78E+12

Classification

Christians Religious Leaders Biography/B

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Edition

Cet.1, 2012

Subject(s)

saints
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