A Snapshot of Religious Symbolism in Israel
A Snapshot of Religious Symbolism in Israel
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Date
2019-12-03
Authors
Ellis, Caitlyn
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University Honors College Middle Tennessee State University
Abstract
The purpose of my thesis is to showcase the different types of religious
symbolism on display in Israel, a state founded on secular beliefs. I used my knowledge
of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to seek out and photograph the use of religious
symbolism in different areas of Israel. I began my thesis by hypothesizing that I would
find an abundance of religious symbolism in Israel. While that was true in some cases,
mostly in Judaism, I was surprised at the lack of symbolism in other cases, particularly
Islam. After post-trip reflection, I began sorting through the photographs I took while on
the trip and decided which photos would be best to use to support my discoveries about
religious symbolism in Israel. I also used my travel journal to reflect upon the thoughts I
had about the symbolism I encountered as well as the knowledge I gained while in Israel.
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Liberal Arts,
Photography,
religion,
religious,
Israel,
Middle East,
study abroad,
travel