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===Eastern Christianity===
===Eastern Christianity===
In Christianity, an '''icon''' is a [[holy]] image which is an art form of the [[Eastern Orthodox Church]]. The icon is not simply decorative. Many Orthodox churches have icons on the walls and the ceilings. In the ceiling or dome is the icon of Christ the Almighty, the Pantocrator.
In Christianity, an '''icon''' is a [[holy]] image which is an art form of the [[Eastern Orthodox Church]]. Icons are based off the [[Cherubim]] of the [[Ark of the Covenant]]. The icon is not simply decorative. Many Orthodox churches have icons on the walls and the ceilings. In the ceiling or dome is the icon of Christ the Almighty, the Pantocrator.
The Eastern Orthodox Church does not permit icons representing God the Father. In addition, icons cannot be 3-dimensional (statues). The Eastern Orthodox Church also does not permit the Virgin Mary to be depicted in an icon without Christ (excluding the icon of the Annunciation).
The Eastern Orthodox Church does not permit icons representing God the Father. In addition, icons cannot be 3-dimensional (statues). The Eastern Orthodox Church also does not permit the Virgin Mary to be depicted in an icon without Christ (excluding the icon of the Annunciation).