Reprezentări ale paradisului în arta creștină din România. Studiu de caz: „De tine se bucură”, Biserica „Sf. Ier. Nicolae” - Mănăstirea Bogdana, Rădăuți
Representations of Paradise in Romanian Christian art. Case study: "All Creation Rejoices“ – ”St. Nicholas” Church, Bogdana Monastery, Rădăuți

Summary/Abstract: The article explores representations of Paradise in Romanian Christian art, focusing on the fresco "They rejoice in you" from the Church of St. Nicholas at Bogdana Monastery, Rădăuți. It examines the theological concept of the icon, its symbolism, and liturgical function, situating it within a broader context of artistic and cultural paradigms. The study details the architectural and iconographic history of the church, identifying stylistic influences and a unique iconographic program that blends Paradise symbolism with eschatological elements. The case study image is described as a composition that harmoniously synthesizes geometric, symbolic, and spiritual elements, with the central focus on the Virgin Mary holding the Child in the ambiance of Paradise. The article highlights the significance of sacred mural art as a vehicle of transcendence and a bridge connecting humanity with God.

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