Pilot Lecture: Picturing the Bible—How Artists Tell the Story

Lecture 01: Picturing the Bible—How Artists Tell the Story
Duration: not specified (introductory lecture)

A significant portion of Western art depicts scenes, characters, and narratives drawn directly from the Bible. While early Christian art was largely confined to sacred spaces such as churches and monasteries, biblical themes eventually permeated broader cultural and artistic traditions. This lecture, led by historian Dr. Robin Jensen, explores how biblical stories have been interpreted, reimagined, and visualized across centuries. Through paintings, sculptures, and illuminated manuscripts, discover how art has shaped—and been shaped by—the sacred text, making the Bible a driving force in the history of Western visual culture.