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

Trace the history of Biblical art to see how artists interpret—and reinterpret—sacred stories across the ages.

Overview

Course No. 90181

This pilot lecture examines:

• The evolution of Biblical art from churches to mainstream culture
• Artistic techniques used to visualize sacred stories
• Cultural influences shaping religious depictions
• Lasting impact on Western artistic traditions

What You’ll Discover:

✓ How artists transformed Biblical texts into visual narratives
✓ The significance of mediums like stained glass and illuminated manuscripts
✓ Why these depictions continue to influence modern interpretations

Video Lecture

01: Picturing the Bible (31 min)

• From early church art to Western cultural influence
• Analyzing artistic choices in Biblical storytelling
• The power of visual religious expression