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The seminar introduces students to the problem of Christian symbols and symbolism; the general problem of
symbol and religious symbolism will be dealt with during the analysis of phenomenology of some Christian
symbols (as for example cross, nimbus, aureola; symbols of Trinity, Holy Ghost, Virgin Mary; common attributes
given to angels, apostles, and saints).
1) Symbol and symbolism - a short theoretical introduction.
2) The Symbols of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.
3) The Symbols of the Trinity.
4) The Nimbus and the Aureole.
5) The Symbol of the Cross and Crucifixion. The Sacred monograms.
6) The Symbols and types of the Virgin Mary.
7) The Symbols of the Archangels and the Angels
8) The Symbols of the Evangelists
9) The Symbols of the Apostles.
10) The Symbols of the more important Saints.
11) The Symbols of the Devil and Daemons.
12) The lesser symbolism.
Poslední úprava: Horáčková Karolína, Bc. (01.12.2025)
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Poslední úprava: Kružík Josef, Mgr., Ph.D. (26.01.2026)
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On-line test in Moodle (https://dl1.cuni.cz/course/view.php?id=11992): 5 multiple-choice questions (one correct answer each; 1 point each); 5 open questions (2 points each). Assessment: 0–12 points — Fail Poslední úprava: Kružík Josef, Mgr., Ph.D. (02.02.2026)
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25 Feb Symbol and symbolism I. a short theoretical introduction; (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bciOhBFphLo&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=1&pp=gAQBiAQB) What is the aim of this seminar?; One Methodological remarks; Concerning Bibliography; Overview of seminar; Final examination; A definition of symbol; Material symbols; Verbal symbols in mystery religion; Divination; Theory of symbol; Claude Lévi-Strauss; Victor Turner; Ernst Cassirer; Mircea Eliade 4 Mar Symbol and symbolism II. Symbols of the Jesus Christ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5TTJd0Vdd0&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=2&t=3634s&pp=gAQBiAQB) Iconography;Christian iconography; Iconography and liturgy; Iconoclasm; Symbolism and iconography of Jesus Christ; Apollo type, philosopher type; Orpheus; Good Shepherd; Typology; Lamb of God; Fish; Pelican; Peacock; Lion; Gryph 11 Mar Symbols of the Father and the Holy Ghost. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GpMWiPufdo&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=3&pp=gAQBiAQB) Dextra Dei; Old man; Thronus Gratiae; All seeing Eye; Creator star; The name of God; Holy Ghost; Descending dove:; Six winged dove:; Eagle; Dove as the source of inspiration:; Holy ghost as the flame or fire; Young boy, new borne baby; Young man; Gifts of Spirit; 18 Mar Symbols of the Trinity (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QC_Uh2npa5g&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=4&t=1865s&pp=gAQBiAQB) The doctrine of Trinity; Three fundamental heresies; Monarchianism; Subordinationism; Council of Nicaea; Council of Constantinople; The filioque; Tritheism, council of Chalcedon; Summary of the doctrine of Trinity; Iconography of Trinity; Trinity in the form of three human persons; Three-cephalic depiction of the Trinity; Geometrical symbols of the Trinity 25 Mar The Nimbus and the Aureole. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzaJH7u56xM&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=5&t=3026s&pp=gAQBiAQB) Nimbus; Pre-Christian using of nimbi; Nimbus of Roman Emperors; Typology of Christian nimbus; Forms of nimbus; Circular nimbus; Square nimbus; Cruciform nimbus; Lozenge, triangular and hexagonal type of nimbus; Aureola; Colours; Example of baroque using of nimbus; 1 Apr Symbol of the Cross and Crucifixion. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-Vx0TaojHE&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=6&t=7s&pp=gAQBiAQB )Crucifixion as a punishment; Legenda Aurea; Alexamenos graffito; Gemstones; Pereire jasper; Nott gem; Constanza gem; Orpheus-bakkikos cylinder; Typology of cross; Latin and Greek cross; Eastern Cross and Cross Saltier; Patriarchal and Papal cross; Tau cross and Celtic cross; 8 Apr Symbols and types of the Virgin Mary. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmUtxVqw5fo&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=7&pp=gAQBiAQB) Marian dogmas; Council of Ephesus; Council of Lateran; Immaculate Conception; Assumption; Virgo Maria Orans; Virgo Lactans, Maria lactans; Madonna with Child; The Virgin sheltering supplicants under her cloak; La Soledad, Mater Dolorosa, the Seven Sorrows of the Virgin;; Pieta; Immaculata; Assumpta and Corronata; Annunciation.; Visitation; 15 Apr The Archangels and the Angels I. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jD1a79xCy0E&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=8&t=3006s&pp=gAQBiAQB) The worship of angels; Synod of Laodicea; Synods at Soissons and Rome; Cults of angels in Churches; Seven angels; Names of angels; Dumbarton Oak Amethyst; Anguipede; Michael; Gabriel; Raphael; Uriel; 22 Apr The Archangels and the Angels II. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4BJIm-aEik&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=9&t=287s&pp=gAQBiAQB) Angelology of Dionysius the Areopagite; Overview of Dionysius’s hierarchy; Famous depictions of Dionysios’ angelic system; Seraphim (σεραφείμ); Cherubim (χεροuβίμ); Thrones (θρόνοι); Dominations (κυριότητες); Virtues (δυνάμεις); Powers (ὲξουσίαι); Principalities (ἀρχαί); Archangels (ἀρχάγγελοι); Angels (ἄγγελοι); Creation of angels; 29 Apr Symbols of the Saints I. Communio sanctorum; latria, dulia, hyperdulia; History of sainthood; Forms of sainthood; The process of canonization; John the Baptist; Evangelists; Apostles; Spolia (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgpEbBrrCpA&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=10&t=2032s&pp=gAQBiAQB) 6 May Symbols of the Saints II. Holy family; Quattuor Virgines Capitales; Fourteen Holy Helpers; Fathers of Church; Latin fathers; Greek Fathers; Saint Wenceslaus; Saint Ludmila; Saint Adalbert; John Nepomuc; Agnes of Bohemia; Cyril and Methodius; (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HywM7YNC32g&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=11&t=2019s&pp=gAQBiAQB) 13 May Symbola varia: The Devil and Daemons; The lesser symbolism. Iconography of Lucifer; Fall of angels; Symbolism of colours; Sacred abbreviations; Nomina sacra; Sacred monograms; (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2Vtp0bCT5s&list=PLJK-5HOVAxUkfOSuogjTv0RJ8iLZhXwX2&index=12&t=2126s&pp=gAQBiAQB) 18 May (Monday, 16:50): Final examination (test — fifteen multiple choice questions; five open questions)
Poslední úprava: Kružík Josef, Mgr., Ph.D. (06.05.2026)
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At the end of this course, students should be able to: Explain the concept of symbols and symbolism, particularly religious symbolism, and their role in Christian tradition, theology, and visual culture. Describe and interpret major Christian symbols related to Jesus Christ, the Trinity, the Virgin Mary, angels, saints, and the Cross using basic iconographic vocabulary. Analyse selected Christian symbols by relating their historical development, theological meaning, and artistic representation across different periods. Differentiate between symbolic representations and doctrinal beliefs in Christianity, demonstrating respect for religious diversity and cultural contexts. Communicate interpretations of Christian symbols clearly in written or oral form using appropriate academic and ethical language. Demonstrate awareness of the role of religious symbols in shaping values, identity, and moral imagination within societies and intercultural settings. Poslední úprava: Kružík Josef, Mgr., Ph.D. (25.01.2026)
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