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SSA015: Explore the symbolism and significance of animals in sacred with Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray as they delve into the portrayals of some of their favorite creatures, how they glorify God, act as companions, and symbolize theological truths.

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• About the Aberdeen Bestiary
• Pelican
• Dove: f28r, f32v
• Dove and Hawk
• Hawk: f29v
• Turtle Doves
• Lion: f8v
• Lamb: Basilica of Sant’Apollinare in Classe
• Phoenix
• Dugong: Wikipedia
• Theophany Icon Explained
• The Bronze Snake of Moses in Basilica
• The Brazen Serpent
• Why Is St. Benedict Always Portrayed with a Raven?
• Animals in Christian Symbolism
• The Raven Carrying Away the Poisoned Bread
• Jonah Being Spewed Out by the Fish
• The Surprising Symbolism of Dogs in Christian Art
• St. Dominic with a Dog
• Tobias and the Angel
• The Icon of St. Christopher

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