Sacred Geometry in Orthodox Icons
Author: Anonymous
I have been doing my best to bring to light, the hidden aspects of sacred geometry in orthodox icons. I have been using icons as symbols to convey their messages. I have been studying and researching their use in the Eastern Orthodox faith for over twenty years, and I will try to share what I have found.
In a nutshell, sacred geometry is a science, and its use in iconography is an art. The purpose of this article is to examine their relationship in a number of areas. I have used the following term for sacred geometry, as it can be difficult to explain the term in a single sentence: Sacred geometry is a form of geometry that has a mystical character.
For a long time, the use of sacred geometry in iconography has been frowned upon. A lot of the icons of orthodox art are done without consideration of sacred geometry, which means they are only aesthetically pleasing. In order to make them meaningful, one has to consider the use of sacred geometry. Sacred geometry is not simply decoration, but can be a real form of art.
Sacred geometry can be an essential component of any iconography. It can be used as a symbol in itself to convey the message of the icon. It can be used to create a sense of harmony in a piece of art. It can be used as a device to provide a deeper meaning of the icon. It can be used to create an atmosphere of mystery and reverence. Sacred geometry can also be used as an aid to meditation.
In order to understand sacred geometry in iconography, it is essential to become familiar with the basic properties of geometry. These include:
– the use of the circle in sacred art
– the use of the triangle
– the use of the square as a symbol of the four cardinal virtues
– the use of the spiral, as it is a symbol of the Divine in the iconography of Orthodoxy
– the use of the pentagram, as it is a symbol of Christ in the iconography of Orthodox art
– the use of numbers in Orthodox iconography, and the number three in particular.
These basic principles of geometry are not only used in iconography, but are also found in the most basic elements of iconography such as:
– the use of the cross
– the use of the icons of the Trinity in the iconography of Orthodox art.
– the use of animals and fish in the iconography of the Orthodox faith.
– the use of the Orthodox Church as a symbol of the Holy Trinity.
– the use of the colors red, white, and blue in Orthodox iconography.
– the use of the Orthodox Cross in iconography.
When an icon is done well, and its iconography has the basic elements, it will be a pleasing, harmonious, and meaningful piece of art. In the case of sacred geometry, it will be a meaningful, and therefore a pleasing and harmonious piece of art.
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