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Daily Archives: December 24, 2010
The Womb and the Tomb
No description of the Nativity Icon would be complete without mention of Jesus’ appearance in the manger. It should be never forgotten that Jesus came to us in order to die – this was known by Him, at least, from … Continue reading →
Posted in Icons of Christ, Icons of the Incarnation
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Tagged Angels, Jesus Christ, Nativity, Resurrection
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The Nativity Icon
The most wise Lord comes to be born, Receiving hospitality from His own creatures. Let us also receive Him, That this divine Child in the cave may make us His guests In the paradise of delights! The Birth of Christ … Continue reading →
Posted in History, Icons of Christ, Icons of the Incarnation, The Theotokos
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Tagged Angels, Great Feast, Greek Icons, Jesus Christ, Mother of God, Nativity, Old Testament, Righteous Joseph, Theotokos
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A Reader's Guide to Orthodox Icons 