Arthur Aghajanian is a Christian contemplative and essayist. His work explores visual culture through a spiritual lens. His essays have appeared in a variety of publications, including Plough, Ekstasis, Tiferet Journal, Genealogies of Modernity, Dappled Things, and many others. His podcast, “Visually Sacred: Conversations on the Power of Images” explores how images influence our understanding of reality and the sacred. Visit him at https://www.imageandfaith.com/
What are the implications for any society that emphasizes monuments to power and domination over imagination and the arts?