A church in Colombia's capital has stirred both devotion and derision after installing a striking new sculpture that bears an uncanny resemblance to the Instagram logo. The Santa Fe church in Bogotá unveiled the golden, circular artwork last week, describing it as "the eye of God watching over humanity".
Modern Art Meets Ancient Faith
The contemporary piece, created by local artist Anderson Sandoval, features a stylised eye at its centre surrounded by radiating lines - a design that many social media users were quick to compare to Instagram's distinctive camera icon. Church officials insist the similarity is coincidental, maintaining the work represents divine omniscience rather than digital branding.
Mixed Reactions from Parishioners
Reactions among worshippers have been sharply divided. "It's a beautiful representation of God's eternal presence," remarked one elderly churchgoer. However, younger visitors expressed scepticism, with one teenager quipping, "I kept waiting for a notification to appear."
The Artist's Perspective
Sandoval, the sculpture's creator, explained his vision: "The eye symbolises God's constant vigilance, while the geometric patterns reflect the order of creation. That some see social media in it perhaps says more about our times than about the artwork itself."
Theological Debate
The controversy has sparked wider discussions about how religious institutions incorporate contemporary aesthetics. While some theologians applaud the attempt to engage younger generations, traditionalists argue it risks trivialising sacred concepts.
The Santa Fe church has reported increased visitor numbers since the installation, though it remains unclear whether this reflects spiritual curiosity or social media fascination.
