Holy See Pavilion 2026: The Ear is the Eye of the Soul

"The Ear is the Eye of the Soul" is the theme of the Holy See’s participation in the 61st International Art Exhibition at the Venice Biennale 2026, curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist and Ben Vickers. About This theme is rooted in spiritual and monastic traditions, focusing on deep listening, inner perception, and divine connection. The phrase aligns with the idea that the soul has its own senses, as argued by early church fathers such as St. Athanasius, who indicated that the soul has the capacity to behold God by looking inward rather than simply reacting to outside, tangible stimuli. Read more Toggle Installation