Icons

The Mother of God has long been associated with Moses' burning bush, which held God but was not burned up. This icon is a symbolic representation of this idea. The Theotokos is surrounded by the...

Saint Andrew was born about the year 650 in Damascus, Syria. At the age of 14 he joined the Monastery of St. Sabbas the Sanctified in Jerusalem. Known for his virtue, he became the secretary of the...

This icon is a faithful reproduction of a renowned Byzantine original of the 12th century depicting Michael the Archangel. It was a treasure of Byzantine goldsmithery, featuring enameled inlays and...

This stunning historic Russian icon depicts the Archangel Michael. He wears festal robes of scarlet (his traditional color) and carries a scepter in his right hand, symbolizing his authority as...

In this 12th century Greek icon, we see Christ extending his hand to his beloved friend Lazarus, who comes out of his tomb after being dead for four days. This miraculous event happened just before...

The feast of All Saints is commemorated on the Sunday After Pentecost by Eastern Christians and November 1 by Western Christians. Symbolism Circle — Christ enthroned in glory, with the Theotokos...

This beautiful example of Western iconography is part of the illuminated Lindisfarne Gospel manuscript, which was produced in England in the early 8th century. We see Saint Luke writing his Gospel...

This beautiful icon depicts Christ’s Crucifixion on Holy Friday. Painted by the Italian master Giotto c. 1315, this classic Western icon movingly depicts the emotions and power of this pivotal event...

This historical Russian icon of the Nativity of Christ is a moving, intimate portrayal of Christ's Incarnation in Bethlehem. Little is known about this rare icon other than it was painted in the...

The Glorious Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John was the older cousin of our Lord. He was born miraculously of aged parents, specially chosen by God to prepare the way for Christ, the Messiah. It...

This unique icon of the Theotokos “Three Hands” is a contemporary reproduction of the famed original in the Hilander Monastery on the Holy Mountain, Mount Athos. This renowned icon plays a vital...

This icon features the Lord's first miracle, the changing of the water into wine, which took place at the Wedding at Cana. A unique icon offering, this image is from the 10th century Bamberg Psalter

This beautiful example of Western iconography is a manuscript illumination from the Lindisfarne Gospels, produced in England in the early 8th century. Saint Matthew is depicted writing his Gospel...

The Glorious Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John was the older cousin of our Lord. After he baptized Christ in the Jordan River, John was arrested by Herod and beheaded at the request of his...

This beautiful Orthodox Christian icon known throughout the Church’s history as “Pantocrator” tells us exactly who He is: Pantocrator-Lord omnipotent, Almighty, and All-Powerful.  The word...

This event is recorded in all four of the Gospels. At the time of the Passover, shortly after the Entry into Jerusalem, the Lord entered into the Temple and drove out the merchants who had turned...

This 6th-century mosaic is from the apse of the Basilica of Saint Apollinare in Ravenna, Italy. The holy Cross is jeweled (crux gemmata) and appears in the center, surrounded with the Taboric...

Elijah (or in Greek, Elias) lived under the rule of Ahab, “who did evil before the Lord, more than all who were before him” (3 Kgd. 16:38). Through Elijah, God gave the world a voice of justice in...

From the years 527 to 565, Saint Justinian the Great reigned as the Roman Emperor. During his reign, tens of thousands of pagans were baptized into Christ and the pagan schools of Athens were closed...

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Born in Tarsus during the first century to a prominent Jewish family, Zenaida and Philonella came to faith in Christ through the Apostle Paul, who was a close relative.  The sisters shared a deep...

This historic icon depicts the Archangel Gabriel in his service and posture as chief messenger of the Lord of Hosts. From a larger icon depicting his Annunciation to the Theotokos, it depicts him...

This historic Russian icon depicts Christ Enthroned as King and High Priest. Seated in a sumptuous throne, the Lord of Hosts holds the book of life and a rod symbolizing His authority. He is flanked...

In the image we see Christ enthroned at the top between the Apostles Peter and Paul, who raise their hands in a gesture of prayer and supplication. Christ's halo is like a rainbow, with the Greek...

The Lord's miracle of the healing of the man paralyzed for 38 years, as described in John 5:1-15, is celebrated on the third Sunday after Pascha (Easter) in the Orthodox Church.

This 19th century Russian icon features the Cross being lifted up by Saints Constantine and Helen, who discovered the True Cross in the 4th century. Depicted with them are a number of prominent...

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Saint Lydia was a first-century “seller of purple,” an expensive, wine-colored fabric.  As described in Acts 16, Saint Paul received a vision in which a man pleaded with him to come to Macedonia...

Throughout the centuries, women in the pain of childbirth have found immense comfort in the intercessions of the Theotokos who gave birth to Our Lord Jesus Christ. This ancient icon is especially...

This detail from a large 16th century fresco depicts an Angel carrying a pair of ceremonial fans. On his back is the Epitaphion or Plashchanitsa, which represents the burial shroud of Christ and is...

This historic Russian icon depicts the Archangel Gabriel in festal robes in a posture of intercession for the faithful. It is a detail from a ddeësis (supplication) row of a 17th-century Russian...

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...

This icon by Bulgarian iconographer Georgi Chimev is a simple but powerful depiction of Christ's sacrifice and victory over sin and death. Standing by the Cross are the Theotokos and Saint John, the...

Palm Sunday is the celebration of Christ's triumphal entry into the royal city of Jerusalem. Riding on a young donkey, he was met by a massive crowd who publicly hailed Him as king. They waved palm...

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...

Complete Set Available Here The Stations of the Cross is a powerful Western Christian devotion used during Lent and Holy Week. Also called "The Way of the Cross" (or in Latin, Via Crucis), it...

This 18th century icon depicts the Second Coming and the Last Judgment. At the top Christ is seen coming in glory, flanked by the armies of the heavenly host, his Mother, and the Prophet John. In...

From the 10th century Bamberg Psalter.