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Form and function are vital to architecture because function is able to determine the form (Form Follows Function, N.D.). For example, the function of a football stadium is to house hundreds of people with a clear view of what is happening on the pitch. Thus, the stadium has a oval form so that all could observe the football team playing. Another example is the Guggenheim in Bilbao. Although the building's purpose is to house artworks, it fails to fully utilize its form wherein a part of the museum is actually inaccessible. Also a critique stated that people come inside the museum not to observe art but observe the architecture.

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Form and Function of San Sebastian Church

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Form and Function of San Sebastian Church

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The form of the Church calls Christian communities to assemble for liturgy and worship (Ratzinger, no date). San Sebastian Church in Manila is a great example of the form and function of a Church. Awe and solemnity is immediately felt upon entering the church because of the grand altar housing the image of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel but also manages to create a serene atmosphere of reflection exhibited in the neo-gothic design.

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Before you enter San Sebastian Church, you will notice two tall bell towers and a huge circular window with intricate details at the facade of the church. Outside of the church, you will catch a glimpse of the interior because of the dimly-lit chandeliers inside

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Upon entering, you are greeted by rows of tabernacles, multiple chandeliers as well as columns on both sides and stained glass surrounding the area, illuminating the interior in an array of colors. In addition, the interior is a revival of gothic architecture style seen in its pulpit - the largest piece of the church where the Word of God is proclaimed, altar and carved statues which all speaks volumes of its extravagance leaving a lasting impression of awe (Dacumos, 2012).  The grand interior is able to create a serene environment  which leaves the person to reflect on the greatness of God.

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Compared to most churches found in the Philippines, the altar in San Sebastian is grand and intricate - a towerlike altar with stone angels found at the top. Due to its neo-gothic style, the altar features intricate design with small details such as ribbed edges on the towers and ornamentations. Also, St. Sebastian is the only figure found on the topmost part of the altar where he is bound, depicting his death wherein his were tied and fired upon using arrows. The space between the image of St. Carmel and the tower is wide which gives an impression of security since it appears that it houses the image. In addition, the four stone angels appear that they are protecting the three images including St. Carmel.

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Other features of San Sebastian Church are groined vaults and stained glass. The vaults are designed to create strength which relates to the fact that the structure of San Sebastian was built to withstand earthquakes since it kept being destroyed by this natural phenomenon. While the stained glass depicts the passion of Christ, allowing the Christian to reflect upon Christ's love for the human race.

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In conclusion, the architectural design of San Sebastian is grand, allowing visitors to reflect and pray. The ornaments’ function found in the interior allows Christians to seek God by using religious figures, stained glass depicting the Passion of Christ and the grand altar. The form of the church manages to create the atmosphere San Sebastian Church has and the function is to draw Christians closer to God with ease.

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Dacumos, J. (2012) Basilica of San Sebastian in Manila, Available at: https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Basilica-of-San-Sebastian-in-Manila
San Sebastian Church - Neo-Gothic Church in the Philippines (N.D.). Available at: https://www.therusticnomad.com/san-sebastian-church-manila-philippines/

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