Explain how religions use works of art to encourage and spread their beliefs.

Religions such as Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism use works of art in the interiors and exteriors of the places of worship as a way of connecting gods with people. ... Its purpose was to convey the powerful presence of the apostle, the message he spread, and to remind people of the beginnings of Christianity.

hey

he was  an italian composer who wrote 39 operas, as well as some sacred music, songs, chamber music and piano pieces.

hope this and i wish you the best of luck! : )