Aureole

usgb/ˈɔːriəʊl/
noun

A bright ring of light surrounding something, especially in a piece of art or a holy image.

The saint was depicted with an aureole around her head.
Visual representation of "aureole" - A bright ring of light surrounding something, especially in a piece of art or a holy image

Often appears as...

  • aureole around the head
  • bright aureole
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Religious Imagery

Aureole often symbolizes holiness or divinity in religious art, depicting sacred figures.

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The painting showed the prophet with a bright aureole.
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Artistic Representation

In art, an aureole may also represent glory, virtue, or heavenly approval.

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She was shown with an aureole to indicate her purity.
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