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Snake's symbolism in Coptic and Islamic Art
Abstract
The snake is considered one of the important symbols of creation and good in Ancient Egyptian civilization, however, it sometimes even symbolized evil. This symbol was, furthermore, used by Coptic artists in many paintings, sculptures, and applied arts. The snake appeared in many pictorial presentations derived from religious stories, a pattern that was still in use during the Islamic era, where t...
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
2020
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Open Access
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0.276
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Snake's symbolism in Coptic and Islamic Art
Abstract
The snake is considered one of the important symbols of creation and good in Ancient Egyptian civilization, however, it sometimes even symbolized evil. This symbol was, furthermore, used by Coptic artists in many paintings, sculptures, and applied arts. The snake appeared in many pictorial presentations derived from religious stories, a pattern that was still in use during the Islamic era, where t...
Keywords
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
2020
Article
Open Access
2-Y Citation Average
0.276
Language