Pantocrator, "almighty," is one of the many names of God used in the Bible. It refers to Christ as Sabaoth, "Lord of Hosts," the ruler of all, and the sustainer of the universe. This image of Christ is the most widely-used subject in all of...

This comforting icon is a perfect representation of Christ Jesus’ parable of the lost sheep (Luke 15:1-7) as well as his role as our own good shepherd (John 10), demonstrating the Lord’s great love and compassion for our salvation. This...

Saint Panteleimon lived in the late 3rd century. A native of Nicomedia, his mother wished for him to be raised a Christian. When she died young, his pagan father sent him to be educated as a physician. He was befriended by Saint Hermolaus, a priest, and...

A Deësis icon is an ideal centerpiece in a home prayer corner, serving as an example of how to approach our Lord properly and prayerfully, even as the saints intercede for us. In the Deësis icon, Jesus Christ is enthroned at the...

In this icon, painted by Bulgarian iconographer Georgi Chimev, the Forerunner holds his own beheaded head on a platter while he holds a cross, signs and symbols of his martyric death. While this icon can be used on the many feasts of Saint John...

When Jesus was a youth 12 years of age, he went with his Mother and Saint Joseph to the Temple. They left him behind by mistake, and three days later, they found him in the midst of the elders. This event is recorded at the end of Luke chapter 2, and it...

In this fresco from Decani Monastery, we see our Lord's miraculous work for the ten lepers, as recorded in Luke 17. Under the Jewish law, the men were unclean and had to live apart from the community to protect others from suffering a similar fate. When...

In his ministry, our Lord Jesus many times cast demons out of those who were afflicted. In this fresco from Decani Monastery, we see his miraculous work for the Gergesene (also called the Geresene or Gadarene) demoniacs. This event is recorded in all...

On the last and greatest day of the feast, Jesus stood and spoke loudly, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink! From within whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, will flow rivers of living water!" He said this concerning the...

This icon is painted in the traditional Byzantine style, featuring Saint Paul holding the Gospel that he preached as the Apostle to the nations. The rich blue background makes it a stunning rendition of this holy Apostle. Originally named Saul, Paul was...

Saint Lucia (also known as Lucy) of Syracuse in Sicily, was a martyr under the persecution of Emperor Diocletian. She suffered early in the 4th century, at about the age of 20, after she refused to marry a pagan. Her feast is celebrated on December 13,...

This unique icon of Saint George is a portrait-style icon, featuring a close-up view of his face. Saint George "the Trophy-bearer" was born in Cappadocia, Asia Minor (modern Turkey), in the third century and raised as a Christian. About age 20, he...

This icon, known as the Hospitality of Abraham, depicts the Old Testament scene when Abraham and Sarah were visited by three angelic visitors who announced the birth of their son, Isaac. This scene is traditionally understood to be a prefigurement...

This icon of the Deësis type features our Lord Jesus in the middle, enthroned in heaven as King and God. Nearest to Him and offering prayers of supplication in behalf of the faithful are His Mother, the Theotokos, and Saint John the Baptist...

This exquisite contemporary icon portrays Christ as the Good Shepherd. This traditional image of Christ carrying his rescued sheep is one of the oldest depictions in art. The earliest example of this beautiful image dates from the early 200s and is...

This exquisite contemporary icon portrays Christ as the Bridegroom. Each year during Holy Week, the Bridegroom Service is a key part of the days leading up to Pascha (Easter). This icon depicts the troparia and readings remembering his humility and love...

This exquisite contemporary icon portrays the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) and the infant Christ. The icon’s stunning gold background sets off their vivid colors and loving detail. This traditional icon portrays the Theotokos as Hodegetria (“The...

This finely-painted icon of the holy priest-monk Saint Paisios of Mount Athos is by the hand of American iconographer Mark Fiorenzo. It depicts the holy saint in his monastic habit, wearing the Great Schema and his distinctive knit cap. He holds a...

This icon of the holy priest-monk Saint Porphyrios of Kafsokalivia is by the hand of American iconographer Mark Fiorenzo. It shows the holy saint in his monastic garments, priestly stole and cuffs, and his distinctive knit cap. He holds the book of the...

This icon of the great poet and hymnographer Saint Ephraim the Syrian is by the hand of American iconographer Mark Fiorenzo. It shows the holy saint in his monastic clothing and distinctive head covering. He holds a scroll with the beginning of his...

The Apostle Andrew "the First-Called," was the brother of Saint Peter. He had been a disciple of Saint John the Baptist, but went to follow Christ when Saint John called Him "the Lamb of God," becoming the first disciple. After the Lord's ascension into...

This matching set of icons is found on the back side of the iconostasis at Saint Nicholas Cathedral, overlooking the holy altar. The holy faces of Our Lord Jesus Christ and the Most Holy Theotokos are surrounded by floral greenery. The unique horizontal...

This icon is found on the back side of the iconostasis at Saint Nicholas Cathedral, overlooking the holy altar. The holy face of the Most Holy Theotokos is surrounded by floral greenery. The unique horizontal orientation of the icon will add a unique...

This icon is found on the back side of the iconostasis at Saint Nicholas Cathedral, overlooking the holy altar. The holy face of Our Lord Jesus Christ is surrounded by floral greenery. The unique horizontal orientation of the icon will add a unique and...

This beautiful icon features the 13 holy fathers who are considered to be the founders of Georgian monasticism. Their names are: John of Zedazeni, Abibus of Nekresi, Anthony of Martqopi, David of Gareji, Zenon of Iqalto, Thaddeus of Stepantsminda, Jesse...

This contemporary Byzantine icon depicts the Righteous Rebecca, bride of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob. As the grandmother of Jacob’s twelve sons, she figures prominently in Christ’s lineage. In addition, her story of trust and fidelity...

This icon set includes icons of Christ and the Theotokos from Athonite frescoes, and is one of our most beautiful icon sets, with its traditional forms and rich colors. Ideal for baptism and wedding gifts, the icons of Christ and His Mother are...

This icon is used in the Russian tradition for the feast of Pentecost, and in many churches it appears above the Holy Doors. It bears two meanings.  On its surface, this icon depicts a scene from the Bible. The image of three angels grouped around...

This historic Byzantine icon of the Burial of Christ depicts the moment before He is laid to rest in the tomb.  After the life-giving death of Jesus, St. Joseph of Arimathea asked for His precious body, in order to give Him a dignified burial...

This historic 11th century icon of the Vision of Saint Romanos commemorates the moving story of this saint’s devotion and gift. Born in the 5th century, this Eastern saint desired to write music for the Church. Serving as a new singer in...

This unique icon of the Flowery Cross depicts a Russian three-barred cross with many ornate flourishes and decorations. A version of a monastic schema cross, it also includes a spear and staff with sponge–instruments associated with the...

The Hodigitria (Guide or Directress) genre of icons features Christ sitting on the Virgin's lap. Her hands point to her Son in a gesture of humility, guiding the viewer to look to Him. This icon always appears on the iconostasis in Orthodox...

Saint Olga was born on February 3, 1916, in the Yup'ik village of Kwethluk, Alaska. Her family herded reindeer, and Olga (Arrsamquq, her Yup'ik name) loved spending time in the mountains as a child, playing with her six brothers. She married her...

This contemporary Byzantine icon depicts Saint Gabriel (Urgebadze) the Fool for Christ. A renowned Georgian saint, he endured brutal persecution during Soviet rule and lived a long faithful life as an ascetic. His relics and intercessions have long been...

This contemporary Byzantine icon depicts Christ in his role as Creator and Divine Architect of the world and universe. He holds a measuring compass in his hand, reminding the viewer/worshipper of the words addressed by God in Job 38:4-7: “Where...

This incredibly beautiful icon features the Magi presenting their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the Christ Child. This event is celebrated on December 25 in Eastern Christianity and January 6 (Epiphany) in Western Christianity. The icon has...

This 21st century icon shows the scene of the Mystical Supper (or the Last Supper). Christ reveals that one of his Disciples will betray Him, as they look at one another with shock. Judas, the betrayer, is seen reaching his hand toward the bowl, as the...

The Sunday before the beginning of Lent is known in the Orthodox Church as Forgiveness Sunday. On this day, we commemorate the expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise. Through this, we remember that we are far from God because of sin, but we can be...