Byzantine Hand Painted Icon of the Nativity of Theotokos.
The Nativity of Theotokos is described in the Gospel of James. The Orthodox Church celebrates the birth of the Virgin Mary as an exception, since it usually honors its Saints and Fathers on the day of their death, due to her special mission in the salvation of humanity.
The Nativity of Theotokos was joyful news for her parents, Joachim and Anna, as they were unable to have a child. After much prayer, and after they had decided that if they have blessed with a child the will dedicate it to God, they received a divine message that their wish would come true.
Thus, at the age of three, she was taken to the Temple of Jerusalem, as described in the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple, to dedicate herself to God.
Apolytikion
Your birth, O Theotokos, brought joy to the whole world, for from you dawned the sun of righteousness, Christ our God. Freeing us from the curse, He gave us His blessings. Abolishing death, He granted us eternal life.
Kontakion
In your holy birth, Immaculate One, Joachim and Anna were rid of the shame of childlessness; Adam and Eve of the corruption of death. And so your people, free of the guilt of their sins, celebrate crying: "The barren one gives birth to the Theotokos, who nourishes our life."
Hand-Painted Icons occupy a valuable place in ecclesiastical art because, beyond their obvious artistic value, a hand-painted icon unites man with the holiness of the depicted person.
For the Hand-Painted Icon of the Nativity of Theotokos, our experienced painters use traditional techniques and high-quality materials that offer excellent depiction and durability over time.
All our Hand-Painted Icons are painted with egg tempera, while you can choose the size of the icon, the decoration of the background, the language of the inscriptions as well as the type of wood you wish to use.
Note: The final Icon may slightly differ from the catalog photo.
Feast: September 8
Iconographer: Liondas Chr.
Availability: Made to order, usually ships within 14 to 21 days.
