The Christian Ogdoad

Observations and Hypothesis Starting from the Antonio Quacquarelli’s Studies

Keywords: Ogdoad, Iconography, Architecture, Baptistery, Symbolism, Resurrection

Abstract

The number 8 has a primary importance in Christianity, especially for its reference to concept of Resurrection. In the following contribution, starting from the Antonio Quacquarelli's study, it will try to make some comments about the relationship between the symbolism linked to the ogdoad, the liturgy, architecture and iconography, considering some updates about it.

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Published
2018-01-01
How to Cite
Cumbo, Cristina. 2018. “The Christian Ogdoad: Observations and Hypothesis Starting from the Antonio Quacquarelli’s Studies”. De Medio Aevo 7, nº 1:: 259-76. https://revistas.ucm.es/index.php/DMAE/article/view/76016