Most iconic cultures revolve around the spiritual significance of so-called holy objects such as statues of Jesus, Mary, the saints, crosses, or even bones and body parts.
The irony of icons is that much of Biblical teaching forbids the worship and even presence of such iconic images, yet they seem to abound in many places of worship around the world. There’s no doubt many of these mosaics and works of art are magnificent and beautiful – but they are just that; works of art!
There’s this beautiful old church in the walled city of Dubrovnic, Croatia that I had the privilege of visiting a few years ago. Rich in heritage and culture, there were many precious historical treasures from of old preserved on site including the bones of some saint that was in an inner room.
It’s ironic the value one places in these iconic objects, seeing that we have The One who lives amongst us who is alive and well.
Most iconic cultures revolve around the spiritual significance of so-called holy objects such as statues of Jesus, Mary, the saints, crosses, or even bones and body parts. 
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