Virgin Mary Praying Silk Screen Icon – Gold Frame Engraved Wood

Description

This icon depicts the Virgin Mary, or Panagia, standing with her hands open in prayer. She is further depicted with her head bent in prayer, indicating that the icon is showing the Theotokos praying. Her head is covered with her cloak, which is a dark red, which symbolizes life, love, and sacrifice in Christian iconography. Her face is soft, showing features that suggest gentleness and wisdom, both of which are frequently associated with the Virgin Mary.

The icon depicts the Panagia with a halo on her head, which indicates her status as the Queen Mother to the King of Kings (Jesus Christ). Above the halo appear the letters ‘ΜΡ ΘΥ’, which means “Mother of God” in Greek. These letters are found on most icons depicting the Virgin Mary. The Virgin Mary is commemorated by the Greek Orthodox Church on August 15; known as the Dormition of the Virgin Mary.