The Art of Empire Susan S. Johnston psychological frameworks that underlie virtuous

psychological frameworks that underlie virtuous behavior and help navigate competing moral obligations

even when much of the evidence can be shown to be suspect

Using illustrative case examples

Carolyn Myss

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The Art of Empire Susan S. Johnston psychological frameworks that underlie virtuousIn recent years, art historians such as Johannes Deckers (Picturing the Bible, 2009) have argued for a significant transition in fourth and fifth century images of Jesus following the conversion of Constantine. Broadly speaking, they perceive the image of a peaceful, benevolent shepherd transformed into a powerful, enthroned Jesus, mimicking and mirroring the dominance and authority of the emperor. The powers of church and state are thus conveniently