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Nathan Jacobs explores the debate on whether icons are idols that violate biblical prohibitions, focusing on John of Damascus's defense of images.

Are the icons actually idols that violate the biblical prohibition on images? In this episode, Jacobs explores the historical debate surrounding this practice, highlighting how John of Damascus defended the use of images based on the Incarnation, along with his distinction between venerating holy objects and worshiping them. Finally, we look at whether these iconic practices were later deviations or deeply rooted within early Christianity. ====================================== Do you like this content? Join Jacobs Premium to get exclusive access to essays, lecture series, monthly Q&A Zoom calls, and our book club. Use code: LEWIS to get a discount: https://www.thenathanjacobspodcast.com/ Support the East West Series: http://theeastwestseries.com/ ====================================== Relevant Links:Essence-Energies Episode: https://youtu.be/lO1rAzvK3lQ Ressurection Episode: https://youtu.be/Pwgm-7d2O2k Articles on John of Damascus: https://www.academia.edu/41586795/John_of_Damascus https://www.academia.edu/41586562/John_of_Damascus_and_His_Defense_of_Icons Letter on Early Christianity and Icons…

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Host: Nathan Jacobs

Topics covered

• icons
• idolatry
• Christianity
• historical debate
• veneration
• worship

Keywords

• icons
• idolatry
• John of Damascus
• Christianity
• veneration
• worship
• historical debate

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