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The article focuses on the symbolism of God's hair described as wool in both Daniel and Revelation, contrasting this with the historical misuse of the term "wool" by white enslavers to dehumanize Black people and control their appearance. Topics include the author's personal experiences with religious imagery, the representation of Jesus as Eurocentric in mainstream culture, and reflections on the theological implications of physical descriptions of divinity in scripture.

The article focuses on the significance and various interpretations of church bells. Topics include personal experiences with bells triggering nostalgia and a sense of home, the cultural and historical importance of bells in different communities, and the symbolic meanings associated with bell ringing, such as commemorating significant events and expressing solidarity with social causes.

The article discusses the life and work of Raymond Roseliep, a Catholic priest and highly regarded haiku poet born in Farley, Iowa, in 1917. It explores Roseliep's unconventional approach to haiku, his spiritual connection to poetry, and his later years as a chaplain to retired Franciscan sisters after a nervous breakdown. Topics include Roseliep's unique style within the haiku genre, his challenges in adhering to traditional rules, and his eventual shift from long-form poetry to the concise.

The article focuses on the imagery of pilgrimage and Jesus's journey to Jerusalem, reflecting on the anticipation and symbolism surrounding his entrance into the city. It explores the significance of Jesus's deliberate actions upon entering the temple, contemplating the potential influence of ancient practices on his behavior and inviting readers to reflect on their own pace and purpose in navigating life's journey.

The article examines the fusion of Christianity and Native American culture perceived in the form of creative resistance as seen in Native American Christian art. It focuses on Ojibwe minister Kahkewaquonaby, also known as Peter Jones, who converted to Christianity and believed on the Thunderbird, one of the most powerful spiritual beings in Anishinaabe cosmology. It presents evidence of such fusion, including the work of Cree artist Ovide Bighetty, The Creator's Sacrifice.

The article discusses artist Hlafira Shcherbak's powerful paintings, "One Can't Catch My Soul" and "People in Dark Times," created in response to the war in Ukraine, emphasizing the use of Christian symbolism and messages of faith and resilience.

In the article, the author discusses how iconoclasm and toppling statues could be strategies to achieve social change. Also cited are his book "The Storm of Images" about the iconoclasm struggle in the Byzantine Empire in the 8th-9th centuries, how smashing images or statues became a key part of religious sensibility, and the relationship between iconoclasm and anticlericalism.

The article reports on the criticism by members of heathenry of the use of their symbols by the supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump when they assaulted the Capitol building in January 2021. Also cited are QAnon Shaman Jake Angeli (real name: Jacob Anthony Chansley) as the one who used heathenry symbols like horns and face paint, and the comment of Heathens Against Hate member Ethan Stark on the use of their symbols.

The article focuses on the role of calligraphy as an expression of the Islamic faith. The ear and eye are conducive to the necessity of worshipful attention. Muslim calligraphers often describe their visual work in terms of a sound that reverberates within the spirit and the imagination, not in the ear.

The article presents an exploration into the use of nursing as a theological metaphor in Western medieval and Renaissance Christian art. An overview of several uses of the nursing Virgin Mary within church history is given, along with its gradual changes in artistic connotations throughout the Renaissance. The value of the religious image of nursing in spiritual life is emphasized.

In the article, the author discusses trees and ashes as symbolism of life and death. Also cited are the book "Poetics of the Flesh" in which Mayra Rivera talks about incarnation, the relationship of Jesus Christ to trees, the celebration of Ash Wednesday, and the book "The Dream of the Rood" about the author's experiences with the tree where Jesus died.

The article presents an in-depth discussion of the religious aspects of art, particularly the role of the Christian church in supporting 21st-century art for the purpose of aiding worship. Subjects addressed include church congregation's direct patronage of visual art and music, secondary church work aimed at fostering the artistic talents of its members, and the incorporation of art into local ministries.

The article presents an interview with the British Emergent church movement leader Peter Rollins and discusses his involvement with the religious organization Ikon. Questions include discussion of his theological ideology regarding its criticism of traditional views of Christianity, the social dynamics of the community, and examples of the group's public theatrical projects.

Discusses several Christian values for children. Holy silence; Friendship; Symbolic acts.

The article reports on the decision of the board members of the Washington National Cathedral to remove depictions of the Confederate flag in its stained-glass windows with plain glass but maintain adjoining panes honoring Confederate generals. Issues tackled are the symbols of race and race relations, slavery, as well as heroism and oppression depicted by the windows. Also noted is the resolution passed by the Southern Baptist Convention rejecting the Confederate flag.

The article reports on the growing trend of churches wanting to support artists in the U.S. in 2017. A show at a Fort Wayne, Indiana, church featured the creations of local artists from discarded materials and objects. James Disney, pastor of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Minnetonka, Minnesota, seeks out local Christian artists adorning the fellowship hall with images coherent with the liturgical season.

The article features the search for the origin of the family of Barney Zeitz, an artist on Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. The Jewish artist visited Flieden, Germany, after he was commissioned to design stained-glass windows for a church. He was accompanied by church member Thomas Fendert to the local Jewish cemetery and was able to learn about the German people's suffering after World War II.

The article presents discussion regarding the depiction of the face of Jesus Christ within the portraiture of the 17th-century Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn. Paintings seen on exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts until February 12, 2012 are cited. Details are given describing the accepted historical perceptions of Jesus' features at the time of Rembrandt. Analysis is also given to the ways Rembrandt changed these features for thematic purposes in his later works.

The article presents a still from the video installation "Martyrs (Earth, Air, Fire, Water)," by Bill Viola and Kira Perov, and a detail from the art work "Lamentation for the Forsaken," by Michael Takeo Magruder, along with brief commentary.

The article presents the author's reflections on the Christian art housed in various churches throughout Rome, Italy, the various depictions of crosses and crucifixion seen throughout the area, and personal thoughts on the theological implications of the Good Friday holiday.

An image of the linocut woodblock print "Feeding of Judas," by P. Solomon Raj, is presented along with commentary.

The article presents two Christian graphic art works, "Mary's Heart Pierced," and "Peace," both by the Bulgarian artist Luba Lukova.

An image of the 14th-century church dome fresco "Christ Pantocrator, Alpha and Omega, surrounded by angels, the elect, and Mary, Mother of God, Dome of Paradise," by Giusto de' Menabuoi along with brief commentary.

The article presents an image of the painting "Naomi Entreating Ruth and Orpah to Return to the Land of Moab," by the English poet and artist William Blake, along with brief commentary on its contents and theological themes.

The article reviews the music release of the album "Neon Bible," by the Christian rock group Arcade Fire.

An image of the art work "Birdman," by Joe Light, is presented, along with brief commentary.

An image of the Renaissance painting "The Transfiguration," by Raffaello Sanzio, is presented along with brief commentary.

The painting "Tomorrow," by Rick LaMarre, is presented with brief commentary.

The 14th-century painting "Presentation in the Temple," by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, is presented along with brief commentary.

An image of the art-decorated table entitled "Kindred," by Roger Hutchison, is presented along with brief commentary.

A photograph of the sculpture "Let Us Beat Swords into Plowshares," by Evgeniy Vuchetich, is presented along with brief commentary.

An image of the woodcut "African Exodus," created by Margaret Adams Parker, is presented along with brief commentary.

An image of the 16th-century painting "Christ with Mary and Martha," by Alessandro Allori, is presented along with brief commentary.

Several photographs from the artistic collection "Daily Cross," by photographer Gerda Liebmann, are presented along with brief commentary.

Photographs are presented of the two sculptures "The Dancing Francis," by Paul T. Granlund, and "St. Francis and the Birds," by Frederick Franck, along with brief commentary.

The article presents two images of the art works "Holy Trinity," and "Crown of Thorns," by Ludmila Pawlowska, along with brief commentary.

A reproduction of the artwork "The Lord's Prayer" by Chris Taylor is presented.

A reproduction of the painting "The Sun Speaks/The Stars Teach," by Jeremy Botts, is presented.

An image of the art work "Come Holy Spirit," by Tatiana Nikolova-Houston, along with brief commentary.

A reproduction of the mixed-media painting "Beneath Within," by Sheila Mahoney Keefe, which presents a Christian spiritual theme, is presented.

Two images from the art exhibition "The Gospel of John, Photographed," by David Kevin Weaver, are presented along with brief commentary.

An image of the art work "Ruach," by Julie Elliot, is presented along with brief commentary.

An image of the Christian art work "Árbol de Vida (Tree of Life)," by Bertha Servín Barriga.

An image is presented of the art painting "A Community of Believers," by Wayne Adams, along with brief commentary.

The article presents several images from the Liturgical Year Banners collection by the Texan Christian textile artist Karen Gjelten Stone, including "Christmas Banner, Daystar," for the feast of Epiphany, "Lent Banner," and "Pentecost Banner, Trinity/Ordinary Time Banner," along with brief commentary.

An image of the craft art project "Prayer Cloths," by Sonja Olson, is presented along with brief commentary.

The article presents images of the painting and bronze sculpture "Rich Catch," by the 20th century German artist Egino Weinert.