concept   religious art and iconography
culture   Middle Eastern cultures
statement   Islamic art in Middle Eastern cultures centers around calligraphy, geometric patterns, and symbolic representation to avoid idolatry.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 religious art Middle Eastern countries Religious art predominantly found in places of worship and private homes 1
2 religious art and iconography Middle Eastern cultures The use of religious imagery, especially depicting human figures, is less prominent in Islamic art and iconography due to the prohibition of idolatry in Islam. 1
3 religious art and iconography Middle Eastern cultures Islamic calligraphy and geometric patterns are widely used in religious art and iconography, reflecting the emphasis on decorative art and symbolic representation in Islamic culture. 1
4 religious text Middle Eastern countries The recitation of religious texts is an integral part of traditional ceremonies and daily life 1
5 sacred art Middle Eastern countries Often features calligraphy of Quranic verses and religious symbols 1
6 sacred text Middle Eastern countries The Quran holds immense reverence and is followed closely in Islam and Middle Eastern countries, with its teachings integrated into various aspects of life. 1