Free Online Resources
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Visual Commentary on ScriptureThe Visual Commentary on Scripture is a free, online resource that provides material for teaching, preaching, researching, and reflecting on the Bible, Art, and Theology.
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Art & Theology BlogA great collection of poetry, artwork, music, and other forms of interpretation.
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Interpreting Scripture Through Art (Intervarsity Press Series)A series of blog posts by artists using their mediums as a form of interpretation. Many include a suggested practice for devotional interpretation of a Biblical passage.
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The Lord's Prayer Song (Bible Project)The Bible Project invited podcast listeners to send in original songs inspired by the words of the Lord's Prayer. Listen to the final choice as well as other submissions on this page.
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Poetry Foundation (Mary Oliver)Find free poetry online. This link will open the works of Mary Oliver, but you can search for many others.
Library Resources
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The Oxford Encyclopedia of the Bible and the Arts
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The Oxford Encyclopedia of the Bible and the Arts (OEBART) is an in-depth, comprehensive reference work that covers the cultural history of biblical texts, themes, characters, images, and the Bible itself in the literary, visual, and musical arts.
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Bridgeman Education This link opens in a new window
Why Search Here?
You are searching for images that you can include on slide decks, printed projects, etc. within a GFU context. Uses not permitted include any commercial activity or distributing images outside of GFU (see Terms & Conditions). If you ever need to request an image in a higher resolution, contact Zach McNay at zmcnay@georgefox.edu.What’s Included?
Over 3 million images spanning disciplines and mediums from some of the world’s leading museums, galleries, and private collections. You can create slideshows within the database or download images (citing correctly, of course).
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Books of Prayer at George Fox LibraryFind print and eBooks with poetry, prayers, and liturgical thoughts.