Orthodox christian icons

He who has acquired love endures calmly and patiently the injuries and sufferings that his enemies inflict on him. - St. Thalassios the Libyan

In Orthodox Christianity, icons are not just artwork; they are seen as windows to the divine, helping the faithful spiritually connect with the sacred. #OrthodoxIcons #Spirituality #ReligiousArt #ChristianArtStore

Learn about the history and name day information of Saint George the Trophy-Bearer, one of the saints of the Orthodox Christian Church.

Spiritual vision is considered, and not without reason, as a fundamental element of this phenomenon that we call the icon. Let us take a closer look at what this vision consists of, so as to avoid confusion and misunderstandings. I would start with a series of quotations from the well-known work of…

Orthodox Icons of Jesus Christ show us different aspects of Jesus Christ. Some show the merciful face of the Father. It is part of Orthodox Tradition to pray in front of the Icon of Jesus Christ. In this collection of icons you will find traditional and quality images of our Lord and Savior. The Monastery has identified some of the more significant Orthodox icons of Christ.

Jesus Christ the Good Shepherd orthodox icon reproduction on a wooden plaque. Ready to ship. Dimensions: Medium - 10cm x 13.5cm / 3.93inches x 5.31inches Large - 12cm x 16.5cm / 4.72inches x 6.49inches The colors may slightly vary on your display. Note that there is no hook at the backside. Artwork will be packaged with care to ensure safe delivery to your home.

Jesus Crist blessing hand painted Byzantine icon, 33Χ26 inches, Christian art , Greek Orthodox icons

By John Sanidopoulos The main reason Orthodox Iconography is more about imitation than innovation is to prevent heretical concepts from entering the Church, since heresy can just as much be depicted in icons as written in books and proclaimed from the pulpit. One such innovation in Orthodox Iconography that began in America is the depiction of the "Holy Family", showing Christ either in the arms of both St. Joseph and the Virgin Mary, or in the arms of St. Joseph alone. While such depictions…