From Word to Image: Iconography in Western Art is a field study on the introduction and analysis, using iconographic methods, of religious scenes that have been central to Western art production since the beginning of Christianity. The book primarily examines the arrangement of religious scenes and the differences in patterns that emerged over time due to various dynamics in depiction styles, using examples from the Middle Ages to the 17th century.

The book introduces scenes from the Old and New Testaments following the chronological order of the Bible text. It enriches the subject matter with stories of heroes and holy figures, as well as a glossary and appendices presenting a selection from the unique terminology of Western iconography. With this revised and re-illustrated new edition, From Word to Image: Iconography in Western Art offers a comprehensive panorama for interpreting examples of religious subjects and themes found in visual arts throughout art history.