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No Images of God! - The Second Commandment

Since God cannot be pictured, making an image of God is an insult to Him, so images portray a false god. God forbids making images of Him in the second commandment.

The Theological Basis for the Prohibition of Images in the Old Testament

What is the theological basis for the prohibition of images in the Old Testament? This prohibition was given in order to make a distinction between Israel and the nations and reflect the nature of the Lord their God.

Calvinist Restrictions

This article is about the development of art in the 16th and 17th centuries, as well as John Calvin's perspective on art and images.

Images of God?

This article looks at the second Commandment from Exodus 20:4-6, showing how God forbids the making of images of himself. The article also discusses how this principle equally applies to making images of Christ.

How Can They Hear When They Always See?

This article emphasizes the importance of the spoken word in preaching over against visual aids and images. The author highlights the value of concentration in listening to the sermon.

The Second Person and the Second Commandment

Are we allowed to make or use images of Jesus? This article looks at historical perspectives on this issue, drawing conclusions for the church today based on the second commandment.

Are Pictures of Jesus Legitimate?

This article discusses the question if we are allowed to make pictures of Jesus Christ, and looks at the second commandment, and images of Jesus Christ in art.

The Reformation and The Bible

This article is about the view of the Reformers on the Bible and preaching. The Reformation was about reclaiming the power of words (the speaking of God) versus the power of images.

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