The Celebration of the Saints in Byzantine Art and Liturgy

Byzantine art and liturgy's celebration of saints is intricately linked to the 9th-century hymnographer's influence, shaping the calendar and representation of saints through imperial Menologia and synaxaria. The study reveals how Byzantine artists and hagiographers depicted saints' lives (vita icons) during the Komnenian period, emphasizing narrative and symbolic elements. It also explores the interaction between holy figures and the faithful, as well as the role of icons in liturgical performances. Key insights include the representation of donors alongside saints on icons and the significance of relics, such as those in the Limburg Staurothek and Mount Sinai's monastery. The research combines historical analysis with iconographic study to uncover the deeper meaning behind Byzantine religious art.

Sevcenko, N. P. (2023). The Celebration of the Saints in Byzantine Art and Liturgy (, Ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003420736