PERSPECTIVES IN THE EVOLUTION OF CHRISTIAN AND SECULAR PHILOSOPHIES IN ASTHETICS
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Throughout history, within every culture and subculture, there have been, without variation, some forms of art. Surely this is a sign as to the nature with which all of man kind has been created. All human beings, whether naturally gifted in this area or not, have been endowed with a natural propensity towards beauty. It is also true that art can portray a message, on emotional and mental levels, which can been illustrated and perceived at a variety of levels. Humanity often clings to its ability to relate to emotions and messages in art, as well as its ability to express itself through artistic venues.
Historically, Christianity has had a major influences on the development of the arts, but in this day and age, the two dwell in completely separate worlds. Christian theology and philosophy should not only allow room for the arts, but require them to be creatively administered in the worship of God. Christianity must realize the importance of creativity and art to God, and strive to restore these areas of life to their rightful importance.