2007-01-09 20:39:48 · 8 answers · asked by الحقيقة 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Is it according to the bible to make pictures of jesus, virgin mary, and saints?
Exo 20:4 You are not to make an image or picture of anything in heaven or on the earth or in the waters under the earth
2007-01-09 20:53:00 · update #1
No it's not in the Bible. The Bible doesn't condone that. Also it is important to mention it is not a Christian practice but rather a Catholic practice. True Christians steer away from statues.
2007-01-09 20:55:11 · answer #1 · answered by mathias1314 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I am going to assume that you mean "is it okay to wear some sort of symbol that represents your religions preference?"
I feel that wearing a cross necklace, pin, ring or earrings is absolutely okay.
I think that having a picture of Jesus in your home is okay.
Having a picture of the Last Supper is fine too.
However, bowing down to any of these images is considered worshiping an idol. God said not to make an idol out of anything. And an idol is something that you would bow down to.
So as long as you realize this and keep the two seperate, then you are fine.
BTW, the fish is a symbol of being a Christian. It represents the fish and loafs of bread that Jesus seperated for the multitude of people with 12 baskets of crumbs left over.
Best wishes!
2007-01-10 04:53:24 · answer #2 · answered by †♥mslamom♥† 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The scripture clearly states "thou shall have no idols before me" meaning christians are not to serve or idolize any man-made image of god. This also applies to animals and human beings. You are not to have any idols of any kind. Icons is an idol in a lessor degree. Icon is someone or something that you treasure or cherish with your heart. That is not allowed in scripture for our God is a jealous God. The only person that I worship, glorify, praise, and honor is our Lord Jesus Christ. God is the only One who is worthy to be cherished, treasured, loved, and glorified forever and ever.
2007-01-10 04:52:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure I fully understand your question.
The Bible is a selection of stories inspired by middle eastern tales and legends. It is a collective work of fiction written over the years by many diferent writers.
2007-01-10 04:47:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rephrase your question, I'm not sure I understand. Do you mean is it ok to have art of Christian figures or events according to the Bible?
2007-01-10 04:47:12 · answer #5 · answered by The Doctor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An icon is a reminder of Chirst's holiness. But we must not put our trust in them. That is worshipping false idols.
2007-01-10 23:27:56 · answer #6 · answered by Freedom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No idolatry.
Icons didn't die for me - so I don't wear a cross.
the "fish" symbol isn't Christian at all - so no bumper sticker.
Jesus said .."so let YOUR LIGHT shine among men."
Face it, your all the Jesus some people will ever see, and all the Bible that some will ever read.
SHINE on!
2007-01-10 04:46:39 · answer #7 · answered by watcherd 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes. The scripture references can be found here:
2007-01-10 04:50:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋