Light in sacred architecture

Authors

  • Jurij Kryworuczko

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15290/elpis.2011.13.05

Keywords:

light, sacred architecture, temple, structure, space, tradition

Abstract

Described are the traditional means for the embodiment of theological and architectural nature of light in the spatial organization of Christian churches. Basic principles and tools for the spatial organization of lighting environment in the Ukrainian temple buildings are given. The importance of natural and artificial light for the creation of structure and space of the church is found. Revealed are the regularities for the church lighting environment in the temporal dynamics of worshiping; disclosed are the tools to transfer principles of the traditional church lighting practices to modern temples.

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Published

2014-11-19

How to Cite

Kryworuczko, J. (2014). Light in sacred architecture. Elpis, (13), 99–137. https://doi.org/10.15290/elpis.2011.13.05

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