Orthodoxy, Catholicism, Protestantism are branches of Christianity and, it would seem, there should be few differences. But it turns out the opposite, differences that begin with dogmas end with the appearance of churches and temples.
There are a lot of subtleties in building the house of God, and not every architect knows them. But many believers can determine which religion a temple belongs to by just looking at it.
Features of the Orthodox Church
The tradition to build rectangular temples with a vaulted ceiling and domes came to Kievan Rus from Byzantium. To give luxury, church domes were covered with green or blue paint, and in rich areas - gold.
Today, the architecture of Orthodox churches is also full of luxury and flowing lines. The number of domes strictly corresponds to Christian symbolism and is associated with a saint or an event to which the church is dedicated.
The beauty of the interior decoration of the Orthodox church will captivate everyone. She is always very rich, sparkling with many candles and gilding. And the icons, made in ascetic style, are enclosed in a gilded setting. The altar is separated from the faithful by a tall, richly decorated, often carved, iconostasis.
Church architecture differences
An elongated, uplifting Gothic cathedral - what could be more beautiful? Only a group of little girls dressed in white, marching decorously to the first communion.
In addition to elongated tops, churches are decorated with statues or icons depicting the Virgin. And the internal situation surprises with an open altar and the presence of benches for parishioners. Particular excitement is caused by nature-like images of saints. The Catholic church has a confessional, many frescoes and stained glass windows. Often in the church there is a pulpit with which the priest preaches.
The main decoration of any Catholic church is a crucifix and a statue of the Virgin Mary.
