Tag Archives: Joachim and Anna

Conception of the Theotokos | An Icon for Childbearing

Posted on December 8, 2011 by iconreader

Icons of Ss Joachim and Anna embracing each other tenderly are decorously showing the Conception of the Theotokos, Mary – their only child. The scene is part of the greater narrative of Mary’s origins, described in the 2nd century writing … Continue reading →

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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple

Posted on November 20, 2011 by iconreader

Today is the prelude of God’s pleasure and the proclamation of man’s salvation. The Virgin is clearly made manifest in the temple of God and foretells Christ to all. Let us also cry out to her with mighty voice, “Hail, … Continue reading →

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The Nativity of the Theotokos Icon

Posted on September 8, 2011 by iconreader

Together, the Great Feasts serve to tell us the story of the Incarnation, which has its climax in the centre of the year with the celebration of the “Feast of Feasts” – Pascha. It is therefore fitting that the first … Continue reading →

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The Holy Family in Orthodox Icons

Posted on March 29, 2011 by iconreader

For many people who have heard of the term, “Holy Family” is a name given to the Infant Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, and Joseph. Images of the three members together in a loving embrace, like a family portrait, do … Continue reading →

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