Question 5

How does religion play into Ruskin's views of sacrifice in architecture?

Ruskin believes that one should show one's devotion to God through the sacrifice one puts into a building.

Ruskin believes religion should play no part in architectural design.

Ruskin believes that religious buildings should focus on the word of God and devotion to others, rather than on impressive

ornament that distracts from the word of God and good deeds.

10 Points

Ruskin believes that religious ornament from all cultures should be adapted in England to reflect its growing status as an

empire.