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The Kiev Caves Icon of the Dormition of the Theotokos
The Mother of God herself entrusted the Icon of the Dormition to four Byzantine architects, who in 1073 brought the icon to Sts. Anthony and Theodosius of the Caves. Continue reading →
Posted in History, Special Icons, The Theotokos
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Tagged Dormition, Great Feast, Kiev Caves, Mother of God, Russian Icon, Theotokos, Wonderworking Icon
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