Virgin Mary icon Panagia Glykophilousa, Handmade Greek Orthodox Icon of Theotokos, Mother of God Byzantine art wall hanging wood plaque

Bring the spiritual elegance of Byzantine art into your home with this exquisite, handmade Greek Orthodox icon of Virgin Mary Panagia Glykophilousa. Crafted with reverence, this piece makes a profound addition to any prayer corner or a deeply meaningful religious gift.

Product Specifications

• Craftsmanship: A museum quality lithography with double varnish layer with the representation of Virgin Mary Glykophilousa. A wonderful artwork by following the technique instilled in Mount Athos - one of the most beloved pictorial themes.

The Significance of Virgin Mary Panagia Glykophilousa

The Virgin Mary is the Theotokos, the mother of Jesus Christ, the Son and Word of God. She conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit. She was cared for by her betrothed husband, Joseph, who took the child and his mother into his home as his own. One very strong tradition in the Orthodox Church holds that the birth of Jesus was also miraculous and left Mary's virginity intact as a sign; it is also the tradition of the Church that Joseph and Mary did not have relations after the birth of Jesus. She is also called Panagia, the "All-Holy," indicating her closeness to God in her obedience.

The title Theotokos (in Greek, Θεοτόκος) is a Greek word that means "God-bearer" or "Birth-giver to God.

The Orthodox Church remembers the life of the Theotokos with several feast days. The Liturgical year begins and ends with the feast days of the Theotokos. Wonder-working icons of the Theotokos also have their own feast days.

1. The Nativity of the Theotokos is celebrated on September 8. The Presentation of the Theotokos into the Temple is celebrated on November 21. The Annunciation to the Theotokos is celebrated on March 25. The Dormition (Falling Asleep) of the Theotokos is celebrated on August 15.

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In this artwork the technique of lithography is used, creating a unique work of beauty. Based on a lithographed copy of Byzantine art, the hagiographer painted this work following the traditional method of artificial ageing, as taught in the iconography workshops of the Athonian State. In fact, the artificial ageing of the iconography is handmade, a process given particular attention by the monks of Mount Athos.