In the 16th century, a maiden named Matrona was visited by the Virgin who told her to get the Archbishop to find her icon in a certain location. After his unsuccessful attempt, the maiden found the icon and it was brought to the Cathedral. This print is a 19th century copy of the original Kazan icon of the Birth-giver of God, which had beautiful enamel work and imbedded jewels.
This icon pictures Christ the Teacher and Our Lady Of Vladimir. The freestanding faux wood frame folds. Measures 4.75" wide when opened and 3.75" tall.
This is a 16th century Greek icon of St. Justin Martyr painted by Theophanes the Cretan for the walls of Stavronikita Monastery on Mount Athos, Greece. This icon shows St. Justin dressed in philosopher's robes. He wrote an Apologia for the Christians, and convinced the Emperor Antoninus to stop persecuting the Christians. He died under a new emperor, Marcus Aurelius in 166.
This icon is part of a modern, vibrant series of icons produced by the Benedictine iconographers of Conception Abbey, one of the largest and oldest Benedictine foundations in the U.S. Proceeds from the sale of these icons go to support both the abbey community of monks and the formation of candidates for the priesthood who are studying at Conception Seminary College. These beautiful …
This lovely Byzantine crucifix is 9 1/4in. tall and is made of fine pewter with an antique silver finish. This item comes with a lifetime guarantee. If it ever breaks or tarnishes just send it back for repair or replacement. This guarantee takes precedence over our standard return policy.
The inside of this beautiful icon note card is blank, ready for your personalized message. Comes with white envelope. Proceeds from this line of icon cards goes to support the Benedictine community of Conception Abbey and the priestly formation of students at Conception Abbey College Seminary.
Nativity of the Lord (15th c.) This is a 15th c. Greek icon of the Nativity of Our Lord. The Virgin reclines at the entrance to the dark and humble cave in Bethlehem ("the House of Bread") and the Holy Infant is within. All of creation looks on in wonder, represented by angels, men, and even dumb beasts.
This is a modern Greek icon by the Nuns Kassiane and Kyriana from Patmos. St. James was the first bishop of Jerusalem and presided at the Apostolic Council. He wrote the first Liturgy.
Christ Enthroned Icon The Lord Almighty sits on a throne as the Ruler of the Universe. This is the "King of Kings" and "Lord of Lords" as spoken of in the Book of Revelation, "I am the Alpha and Omega says the Lord, Who Is, Who Was, and Who Is To Come, the Almighty." This icon was written in 1987 by Monk Michael of Athos.
This 12KT. gold filled on sterling silver St. Olga cross pendant is a Byzantine-style cross measuring 1 1/4in. X 7/8in. and completed with a 24in. gold plated chain. This item comes with a lifetime guarantee. If it ever breaks or tarnishes just send it back for repair or replacement. This guarantee takes precedence over our standard return policy.
This is a modern Greek icon of St. Nicholas, who was chosen to be Archbishop of Myra in Lycia, in Asia Minor. Known for his charity and love, St. Nicholas was a staunch defender of the Faith against heresy, rebuking the heretic Arius to his face. The patron of sailors and children, he died on December 6, 343.
Crucifixion Icon This is a late 14th century icon of the Crucifixion - the original is now in the Andrei Rublev Museum of Early Russian Art in Moscow.
This is a contemporary Greek icon of St. Andrew by N. Lionda. St. Andrew preached in Byzantium, the Balkans, Carpathia, Russia, Greece and the Peloponnese, dying on an X-shaped cross. He erected a cross in Kieve and Valaam Monastery, who later converted.
This 9 1/4 in. by 5 3/8 in. Byzantine pewter crucifix is plated in antique bronze. Comes gift boxed. Made in the USA.