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What problems can arise when symbols take on too much importance in a religious tradition?
The symbols become the main focus of worship and not what they symbolize. Most christian churches have a symbolic cross which symbolizes the death of Christ. Others do not which may symbolize that they believe in a living Christ. Statues in some churches are worshiped and not what they symbolize. The statues become the very god they represent.
Why is a baptist church less decorated than Roman Catholic?
Roman Catholic churches are very decorated. There are stain glass windows, statues, and the Stations of the Cross. A lot of times there are cravings and painted frescoes on the walls and ceilings. Sometimes gold is used on the alter and other objects. Some of the churches I have been in take your breath away because of the art and it is hard to take in all of it. Many of the ancient Roman churches also have mosaics that look like paintings. The St. Peters in the Vatican has mosaics all through the church as well as on the floor. The greatest Catholic chapel is the Sistine that is painted from floor to ceiling with the art of Michelangelo in frescoes.
What year did tis take place henry8th shut down all catholic churches?
1534.
What do marullus and flavis do to hinder the celebration of Caesar?
Marullus and Flavius take down decorations on Caesar's statues and are condemned to death.
How far is the Vatican from Rome City?
The Vatican is totally surrounded by the city of Rome. Take one step outside the Vatican and you are in Rome.
Where did Vatican ii take place?
Vatican Council II (1962 - 1965) was held in Vatican City located in Rome, Italy.
What were the conditions that existed within the Church at the time of the Protestant Reformation?
the churches ended up getting together to form a league of some sort to take down Luther's 95 theses and excommunicate him from all the churches.
How many miles from Vatican City to Rome?
0 miles - if you take one tiny step out of the Vatican, you are in the city of Rome.
What do you call the people who take care of churches?
the people who look after the churches are called a vicar
What are the demon statues for in RuneScape?
Take them to Xena and she will give u Gp for them
How long does it take to get to Vatican city by a plane?
That would depend upon the location of your city of departure. The Vatican does not have an airport so all visitors to the Vatican who arrive by plane do so through Rome's International Airport.
What is a famous church in Rome named after a saint?
.Catholic AnswerThere are many famous Churches in Rome named after various saints. Probably the most famous is St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. St. Peter, himself, is buried under the high altar. If you go to the Vatican, you are able to take a tour, which will take you downstairs, and you can actually look on St. Peter's tomb. St. Paul is buried in St. Paul-Outside-the-Walls Basilica. St. John Lateran is the Pope's Cathedral Church.
