Tag Archives: Russian Icon

The Synaxis of the Mother of God

Posted on December 26, 2017 by

The day after every major feast in the Orthodox Church is usually dedicated to a saint who played a major “supporting role” in the events celebrated. So, the 7th of January – the day after we celebrate the baptism of … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Iconography, Icons of the Incarnation, The Theotokos | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

When is an Icon not an Icon? | Russian Parsuna

Posted on January 25, 2017 by

Above are two Russian portraits painted on wooden panels, with the distinctive “recess” creating a raised border seen in many icons. One is painted in the 16th century and the other in the early 17th century. Both contain similar stylized … Continue reading →

Posted in History | Tagged , , | 5 Comments

The Clouded Mount Icon of the Mother of God

Posted on March 25, 2013 by

The Uncut Icon of the Mother of God, also called the “Clouded Mount” (Ru: Tuchnaya Gora – Тучная Гора) is particularly associated with the Annunciation (March 25), as this icon was revealed as miracle-working on the eve of the feast. … Continue reading →

Posted in History, The Theotokos | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Ten Miracle-Working Icons of Saint Nicholas

Posted on December 20, 2012 by

“There is no icon like Nicholas.” -Russian proverb Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker (feastday: Dec 6/19) is one of the most beloved Saints of the Church. He is loved by so many because God has revealed St. Nicholas to be an … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Iconography, Special Icons, The Saints | Tagged , , , , , | 3 Comments

The Life of St John the Baptist in Iconography

Posted on August 29, 2012 by

For the Feast of the Beheading of John the Baptist (Aug 29), I have posted a vita icon, which shows not only John the Forerunner and Baptist, but many of the other feasts and traditions associated with him. An explanation … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Iconography, Icons of the Incarnation, The Saints | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments

The August Menaion Icon

Posted on August 1, 2012 by

The word Menaion (Gr: Μηναίον; Slavonic: Минея) comes from the Greek word meaning “of the month”. It is used to describe a way of grouping together liturgical texts, prayers and stories based on the order of Saints’ days and other feast … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Icons of Christ, Icons of the Incarnation, The Saints, The Theotokos | Tagged , , , , , | 2 Comments

The July Menaion Icon

Posted on July 1, 2012 by

The word Menaion (Gr: Μηναίον; Slavonic: Минея) comes from the Greek word meaning “of the month”. It is used to describe a way of grouping together liturgical texts, prayers and stories based on the order of Saints’ days and other feast … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Iconography, The Saints | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments