During this evening's lecture I paused to take a closer look at Byzantine icons, their history, production and reception. When looking at such icons it is important to understand that they transcend time and, therefore, should not be bound within the limits of style or chronology. Byzantine icons are still made today following techniques that go back through the ages. The materials and methods of production follow tradition for a reason as faithfulness to earlier models is of the utmost importance.
We must also remember that these are not works of art bound by aesthetic concerns. They are considered to be living images endowed with miraculous powers. Here, for instance, is a recent story of a miraculous icon in Hawaii:
Miraculous Icon in Hawaii (News Report)
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