Our Lady of Kazan Icon in Thin Wooden Frame
| SKU | S-147343 |
|---|---|
| Made by | Sofrino |
| Material | cardboard, gold leaf, wood |
| Dimensions | 5х6.5'' (13х16.5 cm) |
| Picture / color | |
| Additional Information |
Comes in the wooden frame Blessed in the church of St. Seraphim of Sarov |
Our Lady of Kazan Icon with double embossing of gold leaf in a wooden frame.
The icon is consecrated. The image is produced through printing.
The iconography conforms to the Orthodox iconographic canons. The icon is under glass, which protects the image from UV rays, dust, and moisture. The frame is made of wood – linden. On the back of the icon is a metal suspension fitting.
Our Lady of Kazan is one of the most revered icons in the Orthodox Church. It's a condensed representation of the image of the Mother of God, painted in the iconographic style known as the Odigitria ("Directress"). The history of the icon's discovery dates back to the 16th century (1579) in Kazan.
Parents bless newlyweds with the Kazan icon for their marriage. The Mother of God is traditionally considered the patroness of women and families. Before the Holy Icon of Our Lady of Kazan, people seek well-being and healing from serious illnesses. They ask for blessings for all their relatives, health for their children and spouses, harmony between parents and children, as well as mutual understanding and love between spouses. The icon is given as a protective charm for the home and family. It can be hung on the wall or placed on a stand.
