Over many centuries, art and the Orthodox faith have intertwined and flowed into each other. What types of crafts are within Orthodox arts?

The orthodox church is where people come to pray, confess their sins, pay attention to priests' sermons, light candles, write notes, kiss icons, read prayers.

However, the church is not just about lighting candles and speaking prayers. It is in this place that you could enjoy real art as well.

"Religion and art are closely related to each other."

You can find five general types of arts in Orthodox religion:

1. Temple architecture - external and internal decoration.
2. Frescoes are wall paintings.
3. Fine arts - icon painting.
4. Musical arts - prayers singing.
5. Jewelry art is a cosmetic setting on icons made from precious materials, church utensils, icons, kiota, foldings, candlesticks, church crosses, cross pendants, and rings with Jesus's crucifix.

Orthodox jewelry carries on strictly spiritual purposes.

Nowadays, jewelry artisans create beautiful items of orthodox art items. These are cross pendants, rings, bells, icons framed with precious metals, church utensils, and much more.

Orthodox jewelry crafts are usually made by hand, endowed with the invaluable energy of their creator. They bear the imprint of the spiritual content and the craftsman's imagination.

Orthodox crosses

The cross is the main shrine for Orthodox Christians. It was onto it that the Lord accepted death in the name of humanity. For this reason, a pious tradition arose to supply prayers to him. Because of this, accordingly, Orthodox believers place crucifixes in churches and houses. Modern artisans make orthodox crosses of fantastic beauty!

Cross Pendants of Jesus's Crucifix

The pectoral cross is a shrine worn by all Orthodox Christians. A cross pendant for an Orthodox Christian is not really a stylish decoration. These are shrines priceless to the heart of a believer. A pectoral cross pendant is normally worn mounted on a suitable chain, string, or lace.

It is recommended that the chain and the pendant you'll wear are constructed with the exact same metal. However, white gold and silver can be effectively combined. As an example, chains made from silver look nice with gold crosses that have a bright gold insert.

Modern manufacturing provides many products made from basic or precious materials decorated with precious stones.

Orthodox Books

Make sure to remember the main book of most times and people - the Bible. This type of book is an impressive piece of art in any home library of an Orthodox person. There's a number of handmade books offered for purchase in a Russian Orthodox monastery. A number of them feature hardcover coated in natural black leather with metal corners.

Russian Orthodox Icons

Unlike a typical painting, an Icon is a masterpiece of design of a unique kind. The Orthodox Church Fathers argue that the iconic image goes back to the prototype and is not the artist's perception of the gospel faces, events but captures the divine, supernatural image.

The icon is what should be in the house of each and every Orthodox Christian. Looking at a saint with prayer, people strengthen their faith, restore mental balance, and protect themselves from temptations and temptations.

Where to Buy Orthodox Art?

Many people believe that it is safer to purchase orthodox art items only in the temple. However, many specialized online retailers sell handcrafted items with safe and convenient payment options and worldwide delivery.

Please go to the Andcross Orthodox Art online store where you can buy all of the described above truly unique handmade orthodox icons, books, candles, bells, an extensive number of jewelry, and various orthodox art souvenirs.