Apologia against the Iconoclasts

The Apologia Against the Iconoclasts is a defense of the veneration of religious images and icons. Its authors argue that icons help believers connect with the divine, serving as visual theology that conveys spiritual truths. They emphasize that honoring icons is not idolatry but devotion, acknowledging that icons point to the sacred rather than replacing God. The text counters iconoclasts’ claims by citing tradition, theology, and the positive role icons play in worship and personal faith, asserting that venerating icons enriches spiritual life and aligns with true Christian teachings.