Which of the following elements unites all three doorways of the west portal of Chartres Cathedral?
A) Episodes from the Passion are carved on the capitals.
B) Episodes from the life of the Virgin are carved on the capitals.
C) Episodes from the Old Testament are carved on the capitals.
D) Episodes from the lives of the Virgin and Christ are carved on the capitals.

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The west portal of Chartres Cathedral, also known as the Royal Portal, features sculptures and carvings that depict episodes from the lives of the Virgin Mary and Christ, uniting all three doorways with a common thematic element. This includes scenes from the Annunciation, Nativity, and Christ's early life, among others, which serve to illustrate the human and divine aspects of Jesus and honor the Virgin Mary.

Which of the Following Elements Unites All Three Doorways of the West