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What were the stain glass windows in the cathedrals considered?  Great art   Iconoclastic   The Bible for the poor   Design that allowed natural light

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What were the stain glass windows in the cathedrals considered?  Great art   Iconoclastic   The Bible for the poor   Design that allowed natural light

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The stained glass windows in the cathedrals were considered "The Bible for the poor". This is because during the Middle Ages, most of the population was illiterate and could not read the Bible. These windows depicted biblical scenes and were a way to teach the stories and messages of the Bible visually. They were also considered great art due to their intricate designs and the skill required to create them. The windows also served a practical purpose of allowing natural light into the cathedrals. However, they were not considered iconoclastic, as this term refers to the rejection or destruction of religious images or icons.

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