The Byzantine Iconoclasm: Causes and Consequences
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Byzantine Iconoclasm
Overview of the course and historical context of Byzantine Iconoclasm

Module #2
The Early Christian Church and the Rise of Icons
The role of icons in early Christianity and the development of icon veneration

Module #3
The Islamic Influence:Byzantiums Eastern Neighbor
The impact of Islamic aniconism on Byzantine attitudes towards icons

Module #4
The Iconophile-Iconoclast Debate
The theological arguments for and against icon veneration

Module #5
Leo III and the Initial Outbreak of Iconoclasm
The first wave of iconoclasm under Emperor Leo III (726-741)

Module #6
The Council of Hiereia (754) and the Iconoclast Synod
The official condemnation of icons and the role of the iconoclast synod

Module #7
The Destruction of Icons and the Persecution of Iconophiles
The violent suppression of icon veneration and the treatment of iconophile monks

Module #8
The Response of the Church:The Iconophile Movement
The opposition to iconoclasm led by St. John of Damascus and others

Module #9
The Art and Architecture of Iconoclasm
The visual and aesthetic consequences of iconoclasm on Byzantine art and architecture

Module #10
The Role of the Emperor in Iconoclasm
The imperial authority and its relationship to the iconoclast movement

Module #11
The Second Council of Nicaea (787) and the Restoration of Icons
The Iconophile triumph and the re-establishment of icon veneration

Module #12
The Theological Justifications for Icon Veneration
The development of a robust theology of icons and their role in worship

Module #13
The Artistic Response to Iconoclasm
The revival of icon production and the development of new artistic styles

Module #14
The Legacy of Iconoclasm in the Eastern Church
The long-term impact of iconoclasm on Eastern Orthodox theology and practice

Module #15
The Impact on Western Christendom
The effects of iconoclasm on the relationship between East and West

Module #16
The Iconoclastic Controversy and the Rise of the Papacy
The role of the papacy in the iconoclast controversy and its consequences for Latin-Byzantine relations

Module #17
The Iconoclast Heritage in Islamic Art and Architecture
The influence of iconoclasm on Islamic attitudes towards visual representation

Module #18
The Relationship between Iconoclasm and Military Defeats
The connection between military setbacks and the rise of iconoclasm

Module #19
The Socio-Economic Consequences of Iconoclasm
The impact of iconoclasm on the Byzantine economy and society

Module #20
The Iconoclast Emperors:A Critical Assessment
A re-evaluation of the iconoclast emperors and their motivations

Module #21
The Medieval Legacy of Byzantine Iconoclasm
The continued influence of Byzantine iconoclasm on medieval art and theology

Module #22
The Renaissance and the Rediscovery of Byzantine Icons
The Renaissance fascination with Byzantine icons and their impact on Western art

Module #23
Modern Perspectives on Byzantine Iconoclasm
Recent scholarly debates and approaches to understanding Byzantine iconoclasm

Module #24
Byzantine Iconoclasm in a Comparative Perspective
The study of iconoclasm in other cultural and religious contexts

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in The Byzantine Iconoclasm: Causes and Consequences career

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The Byzantine Iconoclasm: Causes and Consequences ( 25 Modules )

The Byzantine Iconoclasm: Causes and Consequences
( 25 Modules )