This book explores the historical significance of the heart, challenging modern views through interdisciplinary research. Marjorie O'Rourke Boyle examines the thoughts of figures like Aristotle, Augustine, and Aquinas, revealing how their ideas relate to concepts of morality, law, and spiritual renewal. It culminates her extensive work on the subject.
The book explores the human hand as a symbol of dignity and deformity within early modern culture. It offers fresh insights into Michelangelo's "Creation of Adam" fresco and Calvin's doctrine of election, highlighting how these interpretations reflect broader themes of humanity and the complexities of existence during that era.
Focusing on the concept of home as a reflection of heaven during the Christian centuries, this volume explores the traditional belief in divine presence within domestic spaces. It uniquely approaches the subject by examining historical doctrines through the lens of lived experiences rather than abstract speculation. The analysis delves into the realities of housing, investigating how believers interacted with their environments, the significance of relationships within these spaces, and the function of individual rooms.