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Examples of Early Christian Architecture
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• Old St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome (built c. 318-
322 AD)
• Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem
• Santa Sabina, Rome
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1. Basilica Plan
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Inspired by Roman basilicas (public halls) and adapted for Christian worship.
Longitudinal layout with a central nave, side aisles, and an apse at the eastern end.
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The apse often housed the altar.
2. Simple Exterior
Plain and unadorned outside.
Focus was on interior worship space, not external appearance.
3. Rich Interior Decoration
Contrasted with the plain exterior.
Walls and ceilings decorated with mosaics, frescoes, and marble.
Themes often included biblical scenes and symbols like the cross, fish, or lamb.
4. Clerestory Windows
High windows that allowed natural light into the nave.
Emphasis on illumination to create a spiritual atmosphere.
5. Columns and Arches
Rows of columns separated the nave from the aisles.
Arches (usually rounded Roman-style arches) were widely used.
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6. Atrium and Narthex
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A large open courtyard (atrium) in front of the church.
Narthex (a vestibule or entrance hall) for unbaptized
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visitors.
7. Timber Roofs
Early churches often had flat wooden ceilings (rather
than domes or vaults like later churches).
8. Symbolism
Architectural elements carried symbolic meaning (e.g.,
the apse pointing east toward Jerusalem).
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MODULE 1:EARLY CHRISTIAN ARCHITECTURE HISTORICAL & SOCIAL INFLUENCE:
Roman Empire Legacy | | (materials, techniques, | | basilica plan, arches)
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Constantine's Patronage | | (Edict of Milan - 313 AD)| | Legalization of Worship
Rise of Christianity | | (State Religion - 380 AD)| | Shift to Public Worship |
Influence on Form/Function | | - Basilica Plan for Large Gatherings | | -
Processional Layout | | - Focus on Symbolism & Decoration
Basilica Form]
[Religious Symbolism]
[Pilgrimage Functions]
[Community Services]
[Spiritual Atmosphere
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