Worship in Wood

By Thomas M. Boyd

Book Overview

Worship in Wood is a book written by Thomas M. Boyd that explores the art of woodcarving in the context of religious worship. The book delves into the history and significance of woodcarving in various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. It also features profiles of contemporary woodcarvers who create sacred objects and spaces for worship. Through vivid descriptions and stunning photographs, Worship in Wood offers a compelling look at the intersection of art and spirituality. Whether you are a woodcarving enthusiast or simply interested in the role of art in religious practice, this book is sure to captivate and inspire.1927. The author hopes this book will foster the desire to erect a house of worship which will be enduring monuments to the intelligence, the taste and the spiritual sincerity of our advanced times. This volume is not a history, but a modest effort to tell what the temple builders of the ages undertook to do in honor of the deity or the gods they worshiped, and an attempt to draw from the record of the past more sure guidance for the temple builders of today. Gorgeously illustrated throughout the text and contains 10 full page illustrations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162591129
• ISBN13: 9781162591124
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"