The icon from the evil eye and damage as it is called. The most revered icons of Russia Which icon helps with bad speech
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The icon from the evil eye and damage listens to a person, absorbs and distributes the energy of kindness, has a healing property, but all icons convince everyone of their strength and miraculous energy. This icon conveys the meaning of its image and interprets its content. Each of us makes mistakes and feels the influence of evil tongues and envious people who, not out of good intentions, without knowing it, bring a lot of evil and hateful things.
Let's learn more about the power and properties of different icons in order to enrich ourselves with knowledge and not do bad things. Coming to church to cleanse the soul, performing the sacrament of communion and reading prayers, feel the peace and blessing of the Lord.
Icons that remove damage
Many centuries ago, people noticed the healing properties of many images that can heal entire nations, inspire faith in healing from various ailments, damage and the evil eye. Each of us has a Guardian Angel who protects and protects from troubles, illnesses, diseases and damage.
The modern world is full of hatred, anger and envy, which makes it very difficult and sometimes impossible for a kind, sincere, pure person to break through, he is mercilessly crushed by those who are bolder, meaner and vicious.
- - a guardian of every human dwelling. Icons depicting the Mother of God protect all mankind from wrong steps and fatal mistakes and grant the right to correction and gaining peace of mind and stability.
- protects from the evil eye, after which various symptoms of a cold may appear, diseases with long-term treatment and constant care may occur.
- An appeal to Nicholas the Wonderworker and the Great Martyr Artemy will help get rid of damage and the evil eye, overcome and overcome the diseases that arose as a result of them.
- Very strong protection is felt when referring to the icon of the Holy Trinity. She saves and cleanses the house from ill-wishers, protects from the evil eye and corruption, and prayer to these saints will cleanse the souls of your household and forever your house will become a fortress against which hatred, envy, malice, greed, flattery, adultery will be broken and peace, kindness will settle , peace, harmony, love and happiness.
Holy images can be placed in every living room, to attract grace, in a car, at the workplace, carried with you as an eternal amulet from difficult life circumstances, and the icon of the Holy Trinity is recommended to broadcast at the entrance to the house.
What is the name of the icon from the evil eye and damage
The most effective icon from the evil eye is the Seven-shooter, which was already mentioned earlier. No less effective are the images of John the Baptist, Antipas the Hieromartyr, Alexander Svirsky, Efim the Monk, which are directed:
to get rid of severe stress and depression, loss of the meaning of life and periodic pain in the head and joints;
to improve the state of mind, harmonize family relations, establish ties between husband and wife, children and parents, older and younger generations of relatives;
to stabilize the nervous system, improve blood circulation, reduce muscle spasms and gain a calm, sound sleep;
to minimize strong, often uncontrollable panic attacks, hatred, anger and anger to the gradual finding of oneself and the ability to independently regulate one's condition
If you do not know or doubt which icon will protect you from the evil eye and return a positive attitude, faith in a brighter future, save you from illness and sorrowful suffering, then the Son of God will show you the right path along which you will reach your intended goal.
Seven-shot icon from the evil eye
The seven-shooter icon of the Mother of God will protect from many human sins. This image will help you cope:
- with enmity and hatred for human dignity,
- not by the perception and non-acceptance of human kindness;
- with vices that create barriers to spiritual growth and self-development;
- with betrayal, adultery, envy of other people's opportunities;
- money, ability and hypocrisy.
This icon from the evil eye passes through its heart the above negative qualities of people, each of which is depicted in the form of arrows hurting the heart. She takes the whole blow, freeing and purifying the souls of mere mortals.
In order for the holy image of the Mother of God to have power, the icon must be bought in a church, consecrated and with a prayer that must be said in the morning and before bedtime. You can also attend church services. Periodically clean the house with the help of special plants and prayers that protect against damage and the evil eye.
There are two different depictions of the arrangement of arrows: three and four arrows on both sides, and three on each side and one from bottom to top. At the same time, the power of the image is not lost, but rather strengthened and brings quick cleansing and relief from committed sins.
Which icon to pray from corruption, a true believer will feel with his heart and when he comes to a church or to the temple of God, the parishioners will tell him what and why to do in order to restore peace of mind and body. A sincere confession before God will become an obstacle to corruption and the evil eye, your thoughts will be filled with new positive energy, you will look at your “offenders” and envious people with different eyes, enemies will cease to be enemies, and you will find peace of mind.
If you turn with unceasing prayers to the Creator of the Universe, he will definitely indicate to the person who has turned off the right path which icon from the evil eye and corruption is ready to come to his aid. The main thing is that your faith is sincere.
The Lord is always with you!
Watch the video prayer to the icon of the Mother of God of the Seven Arrows:
Hello dear readers. Arriving at the temple, it is important to know the icons and their meaning in order to immediately approach the image you need.
How to pray in front of an icon
Many people think that it doesn’t matter which icon to pray before, because prayer comes from a pure heart. But we offer prayer not to the icon itself, but to the one whose image is depicted on it, because all saints have their strengths.
- Stand in front of the shrine, cross yourself to attract God's blessing.
- After you have asked for help, that is, you have prayed, kiss the image. By doing so, you express your respect to the Lord.
- After the end of the prayer service, it is necessary to cross yourself three times.
Pray with bright thoughts, forgiving everyone who offended you.
Meaning of icons
1. Seven-shooter
This is one of the most powerful icons. The Most Holy Theotokos had to endure many torments, which are symbolized by seven arrows. When a person feels bad, he goes exactly to this image. "Seven-shooter" will help in protecting housing, protect from troubles, envious, evil people, from curses, damage, the evil eye of the person who wears her image on his chest.
If it is necessary to reconcile the warring, to bring peace, tranquility, and harmony into the house, then one must kneel before this relic, prayerfully ask for help. They take it with them when they go on responsible business.
At home, she is placed opposite the front door, above half the wall, so that she can "see" the eyes of the incoming person. Before installing the relic, it is necessary to read a prayer service. You may notice: a person with unkind thoughts will stop crossing the threshold of your home.
The Most Holy Theotokos will become a protector from criminals, thieves and any unkind people. Living in this house can be sure that their family is well protected.
Put it on your desktop, it will protect you from quarrels with superiors and work colleagues. If the soul of a person is embittered, then he can come to face, the Most Holy Theotokos will help to return to good thoughts again.
2. "INEXCEPTIONAL BOWL"
Icon of the Mother of God. The Mother of God comforts, prays for all who stumble, calls to touch the inexhaustible spring of spiritual joy. The purpose of this holy power is hard to overestimate.
The inexhaustible cup will help everyone who turns to it with faith. She proclaims that heavenly help and mercy is destined for all those who ask. It will help heal from drunkenness, drug addiction, those who are passionate about gambling.
The image of the Virgin should be installed at the head of the bed of a patient with alcoholism or drug addiction and pray every day.
There are many cases of healing from drunkenness and other addictions. There is evidence that the relic helped solve housing issues, facilitate the conclusion of transactions for the purchase and sale of apartments and houses.
Parents who release their children into adulthood are required to ask for help by saying prayers in front of the shrine every day.
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3. Icon of the Mother of God "HEALER"
It will help to heal a person not only from physical illnesses, but also mental ones. The relic can be recognized by the image of the Mother of God standing at the bedside of a sick person.
4. "AN UNINTENDED JOY"
Our whole life consists of small joys that we often do not notice in pursuit of an ephemeral dream, forgetting about our loved ones, about words of gratitude. Therefore, many dreams, becoming obsessive, do not allow you to enjoy the new day, and therefore are not heard.
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Prayer at the shrine grants:
- Get spiritual power;
- Get what you always dreamed of, but no longer believed to get it. It can be someone's forgiveness, repentance;
- Grants healing of ailments, especially with hearing loss, ear diseases;
- The Mother of God will help find and return the missing people;
- A pregnant woman will be helped to endure and give birth to a healthy child;
- To parents whose children have gone the wrong way, the Mother of God will give them the opportunity to reason;
- Resolves conflicts, helps to come to a happy solution;
- At the relic they pray for the preservation of marriage, love and harmony.
5. "THREE-HANDED"
The miraculous image of the Mother of God grants healing from hand diseases. Prayers protect from fire, various diseases, sadness and grief.
6. "The Quick Listener"
The writing of the image dates back to the 10th century. If you need quick, urgent help, they kneel before the shrine. They are also asking:
- about the healing of mental illnesses;
- about healing from cancer, paralysis, blindness;
- prayerfully ask for the birth of healthy children;
- pray for the release of those who are languishing in captivity.
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7. SERAPHIM SAROVSKII
Saint, especially revered in Russia. A prayer service to Seraphim of Sarov helps to heal from pain in the joints, arms, legs, and spine.
Moscow patron. He is prayed to by those whose work is related to weapons, risk to life, as well as athletes and entrepreneurs who open their own business.
9. NICHOLAS THE WONDER WORKER
Protector from need and poverty. If his face is in your house, then he makes sure that there is prosperity in the family, protects from need. He is worshiped by all travelers, pilots, drivers, sailors and all who revere this saint.
In Rus', a particularly revered image of the Most Holy Theotokos. Before this holy relic, the coronation of kings and the election of high hierarchs took place.
Prayers will help to pacify people who are at war with each other, soften evil hearts, heal from bodily and spiritual weakness and those who have been possessed by a demon.
People have always resorted to the help of the icon of the Holy Mother of God. In what cases it can help:
- She protects the house from fires.
- She is asked for help by doctors, military, firefighters, pilots.
- Miraculous fire helps to cleanse oneself of committed sins and mental illnesses.
12. IVERSKAYA ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD
Virgin Mary grants:
- healing the sick,
- Restocking,
- Getting rid of the raids of enemies.
13. UNFADING COLOR
She is the personification of purity, purity, therefore, she stands up for young girls, helping them to maintain their innocence and chastity.
Prayers at the image of the Unfading Color help to marry the person whom fate itself sent. Married women can ask for a prosperous family life.
The miraculous face protects and helps women to maintain purity, endurance, good disposition. If with faith you ask for support from the Virgin Mary, then she will surely fulfill your request. The Mother of God will surely help the girls to find a worthy life partner.
When a woman faces severe life trials or she experiences a spiritual shock, then she must kneel at the image of the Most Pure, then life will definitely get better.
15. KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD
Intercessor. She helps everyone who is in trouble or has difficulties at work, as well as in his personal life.
The guide will help you make the right decision, save you from mistakes. Blessing the young before marriage, they also turn to Our Lady of Kazan. The life of the young will be very happy if the wedding takes place on the day of the celebration of the Holy Image.
Spouses can always turn to this image for help. Saint MARY will help anyone who turns to her with any pure request. If the request is negative, then it will not be heard.
How to ask for help
If you pray at home, then you need to pray in the morning:
- Before prayer, wash your face, cross your hands;
- Leave all annoying thoughts;
- Light candles, kneel down, read a prayer service;
- Say the request in your own words, coming from a pure heart.
16. OSTROBRAMSKAYA ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD
A rare but extremely powerful image that protects the home from evil spirits, the family from outside interference, helps spouses find happiness and love, and everyone else gets rid of despondency and depression.
Place it at the entrance, then it will protect the home from all evil spirits, and from unfriendly guests. Many people confirm that after a solitary prayer in front of this Holy Face, the problems were solved by themselves.
In Orthodox Christianity there are many icons that give us good luck, happiness and nourish us with faith in God. Many clergymen believe that even just being close to these icons can solve many problems.
Icons usually depict saints or Jesus Christ with the Virgin Mary. Many of the images have such a strong energy that their presence in the home of any true believer is a must. Most of the icons are associated with the holidays. They reflect their essence and meaning. Earlier we wrote about miraculous icons - this article will shed light on the most important icons for our culture.
Icons for good luck
Some of the most famous images are Kazan Mother of God And Vladimir Mother of God. The Kazan icon was found after a fire in 1579. It is associated with a huge number of miracles and healings. She led the Russian people through time to independence and peace. If you put such an icon in the bedroom, it will preserve your health, protect your sleep and give you good luck in love and business.
The Vladimir icon was a gift to Prince Mstislav from Patriarch Luke of Constantinople. This icon saved Rus' from the invasion of Tamerlane in 1395, from Akhmat in 1480 and from many other troubles. If you put such an icon at home, you can feel its strong impact on your soul. She will drive away longing and sorrow, replacing them with confidence and good luck. This image helps in love and rapprochement with loved ones.
Icon of the Mother of God "Inexhaustible Chalice". This is the main symbol of Christianity, which keeps the human soul from filth. Orthodox clergy believe that this icon was a salvation for many terminally ill or lost souls, for drunkards and sinners. She remains so to this day. This image brings good luck to those who are fighting for their lives and well-being with themselves and their habits.
Icon of the Life-Giving Trinity. This icon was painted by Andrei Rublev at the beginning of the 15th century. The icon depicts the Holy Spirit, the Father and the Son. Its presence in any home brings the family together and gives all its members love and strength for mutual understanding. Earlier we wrote about the icon of the Life-Giving Trinity and the holiday to which it is dedicated.
"Joy of All Who Sorrow"- this is an icon depicting the Intercessor and people suffering from diseases. It also has images of angels that are among people. Prayers for health are read before this icon. By itself, the image of the Virgin brings good luck to any family that has this icon at home.
Always remember that without faith you will not be saved. Good luck and grace emanating from these icons will be received only if anyone lives in your heart, light and faith in God. Pray before these icons, sincerely asking God for what you need at the moment. Don't forget the simple truth - your life is in your hands.
Many of you have probably heard about weeping icons. This is a fact inexplicable from the point of view of science, which strikes with its symbolism. Often, icons bled before terrible events, not only for a particular family, but also for entire nations. This tells us that God sends signs to people. These signs contain a meaning that is understandable to any believer - it is time to say "no" to wars, violence, debauchery and disrespect for yourself and others. This is an indication that God can no longer remain on the sidelines. The time has come to intervene in our lives and show that only faith can be saved from filth. We wish you good luck. Be happy and don't forget to press the buttons and
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Icons from damage from the evil eye are important effective means of energy attack for believers. On the website of the Orthodox online store SVYATTSY, you can purchase an icon from damage, but in order to make the right purchase, first read about all the types and important properties of such icons. It should be understood that all Orthodox icons are distinguished by their ability to protect from negative influences. You can choose the image that is closest to you and carry it with you all the time.
Icons are a reliable way to protect against negativity
Universal icons are:
- Icon of your own Guardian Angel;
Icon of the Virgin;
Icon of St. Nicholas.
They are initially set to close the human energy field, therefore, they prevent the attempts of ill-wishers to direct damage. Moreover, if these icons appeared in your life after you were attacked by energy, they are able to significantly reduce the consequences of the negative impact, and eventually completely restore the protective aura.
What does the Seven-shooter icon protect from?
There are icons from the evil eye and damage that have strong protective properties. First of all, this is the icon of the Seven Arrows. The original image, which is painted on canvas and pasted on a wooden base, is very ancient. The icon depicts the Mother of God, pierced by seven arrows. First of all, they symbolize the torment experienced by the Saint. In addition, seven arrows are seven sins that cause unbearable mental pain to the Mother of God. The seven-shooter calls people to mercy.
Believers who are faced with trouble turn to this icon for help. It is believed that after prayer, the soul is cleansed and the person is freed from all negativity.
This icon helps in the following cases:
- When you need to soften the hearts of envious people and ill-wishers, and, therefore, prevent the message of negativity;
When you need to get protection from any enemy weapon, when a person enters the warpath;
When people are seriously ill and traditional medicine cannot help them;
When you need to make peace with people, and even if you need to improve relations with the most sworn enemies.
There is a special prayer-appeal to the Seven-shot Icon of the Mother of God. It helps to protect yourself from human hatred.
While in the bath, water should be spoken with these words:
“Mother, Mother of God, Mother of God of Seven Arrows, I, the Servant (s) of God (s) (proper name), I pray You with all my soul to take the seven holy arrows. Shoot human evil from me and direct it to where it came from. And whoever begins to harass me, so let your seven arrows stick to him. Yes, it will press so that my enemy will exhaust himself. Let my words be molded, and my deeds be strong. From now on and forever. Amen".
If you carry a small icon of the Seven-shooter with you, then you can not be afraid of the evil eye or damage even from people who can send a strong negative. In the house, this icon should be hung opposite the front door. Believers are advised to pray regularly before the Semistrelnaya. This will allow not only to protect yourself from external negativity, but to restore peace of mind, and, consequently, awaken your own protective capabilities.
The icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker has very strong protective properties. It is available in every church and, of course, such an image can be purchased at any church shop.
There are several options for images, the most common of them:
- Belt. On this Icon, the Miracle Worker blesses with his right hand, and holds the Gospel in his left hand. The decoration of the Saint: a purple phelonion, which is a sign of hierarchical authority, and a white omophorion, which is a wide and long strip of fabric, symbolizing the patronage of all Orthodox believers. At the same time, the left hand of the Saint is covered with a robe, which means reverence for the Divine Word.
Nicholas Mozhaisky. On this icon, the Saint is depicted in full growth. He holds a fortress in his left hand, and in his right hand a sword. The combination of such symbols means the protection of Russian cities and at the same time the protection of the Orthodox faith.
Rostova. The horse depicts a Saint with outstretched hands. His decoration: handrails, chasuble and phelonion.
If you feel that something is going wrong in life and you are close to despair, then you should suspect that you have been corrupted. The icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker will help to get rid of it and subsequently put up reliable protection.
First you need to visit the temple. There you need to put three candles in front of the icon of the Saint.
Then say the following prayer words several times:
“Holy Wonderworker Nicholas, take away the damage sent to me and my loved ones, protect me in the future from the evil eye and word. Amen".
Then you need to stand and diligently cross yourself. After that, you need to buy an icon and consecrate it. You can also purchase a small image that you can carry with you. Additionally, you should buy 12 candles and collect holy water.
Late at night, when all the household members fall asleep, you need to retire in a separate room or in the kitchen, where you should light 12 candles and put the icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker on the table, and next to it, holy water in a glass vessel. Then you need to stand in front of the icon and start praying, discarding all negativity from your soul. There is no need to wish evil on people who tried to harm you.
Prayer words may sound like this:
“Holy Wonderworker Nicholas, Just Defender and Savior, I turn to you, I am the Servant (s) of God (s) (proper name). I do not blame anyone living in my soul and I certainly forgive them. I ask and pray only you alone. Help me and all my relatives, and if someone tried to harm us, then remove the damage. May all illnesses and quarrels be washed away with holy water forever. But let the sorcerer not suffer from this damage and the sorcerer not die. And peace will reign in my soul, and harmony in the family. I beg you and ask only this. Amen".
After that, you need to take a sip of holy water, put out the candles and throw away the cinders. The icon must be preserved. The next day, you need to pour holy water into drinks for your loved ones. In this way, you can not only get rid of damage, but also protect yourself from negativity.
If the evil eye or damage manifests itself in a specific ailment, then icons will help to recover and protect yourself from a repeated energy attack.
For each specific case:
- With severe headaches and unreasonable depression, when the light turns black and white, the icon of the Baptist John will save;
If there are incomprehensible problems with the gastrointestinal tract, and diseases are not diagnosed by traditional medicine, then you can try to recover using the icon of the Great Martyr Artemy;
A toothache that occurs periodically, with healthy teeth, will disappear if you pray to the icon of the Holy Martyr Antipas;
If you have a feeling of unreasonable fear or other nervous disorders, you need to seek help from the icon of St. Efim the Syrian;
With insomnia, which cannot be overcome by any means, the icon of Alexander Svirsky will help.
You should know that in any case, if you suspect that you have been damaged, you need to visit the temple and ask for help and protection near the image of Christ. Icons can be accessed at any time. This can be done through prayers or simple words. And yet, it is important to understand that the icon can protect against damage or the evil eye, if you sincerely believe in it. You should also know that all icons have a light effect. They cleanse the space around a person, charge him with positive and give strength to a person to resist evil.
Icons are not only in temples, but also in houses. The image of the Mother of God is considered one of the most powerful, but it is important to know what each of the images is intended for.
They turn to the icon of the Mother of God for help, for protection and consolation. Before her image they pray to save themselves and their loved ones from all troubles. Therefore, there is such a variety of images of the Virgin.
Those who want to save their home keep an icon Mother of God. It is known that those who pray to her are protected spiritually and physically from any evil. Since ancient times, an image has been hung over the entrance and asked for protection from it. There are more than 800 names of images. Those with a child in their arms relieve ailments, help to see the soul. Prayer comes only if it comes from the heart and with good intentions.
Kinds
Total exists four types of icons Mother of God:
1 The Omen. The Mother of God prays on these icons. Write it to the waist or in full growth. On her chest is an image of the unborn Christ. This icon symbolizes the immaculate conception;
2 Hodegetria. Occurs most often. The main idea is that the Theotokos directs to faith. Depicted in full growth, to the waist or to the shoulders. She has a baby in her arms. One she points to him. Jesus blesses mother and believers;
3 Eleusa. On icons of this type, the Mother of God is always depicted with a child in her arms. Symbol of the unity of mother and son;
4 Akathist. On them the Mother of God is depicted without a child. It is considered a collective image of mothers who are worried about their children.
origins
The first image of the Virgin was found in the second century AD in the catacombs.
Her images were applied to incense vessels. In the 5th century Mary was granted the right to be called the Theotokos. In the images that have survived, she holds a child in her arms and sits on a throne. Her images were laid out in mosaics in old temples, for example, in the church Santa Maggiore and in church Panagia Angeloktista. The images of Mary were created in Byzantium. One of the icons was brought to Russia. Later it was named Vladimirskaya and began to be considered the standard of icon painting. A copy of the Byzantine icons is Novgorod icon.
How to pray
Icons of the Mother of God are considered truly miraculous and believers turn to them for help. The Mother of God protects. If you turn to her with pure intentions, then she will fulfill the request. Simply reading prayers does not work; only sincere faith will help. You can pray at home or in the temple after the service. Most frequent:
- From hunger. The harvest increases, the income rises;
- From ailments. More often they ask for vision;
- From drunkenness. The drunkard will become a teetotaler forever;
- From grief. The soul calms down;
- To protect the home. The ill-wishers will not pass.
Miracle
Many images are considered miraculous. From Moscow:
- Merciful. Located in the Zachatievsky convent. She grants motherhood to women;
- Tikhvinskaya. Gives protection. Interestingly, under communism, the church with this icon was not closed;
- Vladimirskaya from the church of St. Nicholas. There is a legend that she saved Rus' three times from enemies. This icon is honored in June-July and September.
- Kazan Mother of God. The first miracle was her rescue from the fire - she remained untouched. Heals and protects.
No one knows why icons stream myrrh. This usually happens before tragic events. Interestingly, this phenomenon appears only on icons made on wood. Icons streamed myrrh before the events in Georgia, Beslan and Ukraine. The seven-shot icon has been streaming myrrh for 20 years.
Meaning
Icons of the Mother of God symbolize the unity of God and man.
Her image is collective- a mother who forgives her child, understands and protects him. Therefore, there are many icons and holidays dedicated to this image. Priests instruct that there is no greater pain than the death of one's own child. The Mother of God went through these torments and teaches the humility of believers. She lived in patience, orphaned. The Mother of God married a widower, his children did not love her.
Reading prayers without faith and indifferent visits to the temple will not bring anything. The Mother of God teaches people to remain virtuous, to be humble in difficult moments of their lives and to know that everything can turn out for the better.
Traditions
The throne is customary to draw in Greece and Italy. The Mother of God on it or in full growth in Russia was usually depicted on frescoes or iconostases - on large-scale canvases. Icon painters painted it more to the waist or to the shoulders. She is an intercessor and protects those who ask.
In the Russian tradition, the icon - satellite. They took her with them, prayed before her and passed them on to their descendants. It is believed that the older the image, the more powerful it is. In Russia it is customary to have more than one icon at home, as well as in the temples there are an uncountable number of them. Many images of the Mother of God are considered miraculous.
canons
In Orthodox iconography, the following are used to depict the Mother of God: details:
- Blue tunic;
- The cap is blue;
- Maforius;
Every element on the icon has a meaning.
The stars on the maphoria represent the stages of life: conception, birth and death. Border- glorification. Handkerchief symbolizes motherhood, divine belonging. Blue- a symbol of virginity, purity. Sometimes the tradition is broken to emphasize a certain detail. Mother of God without mafori I also considered waste from church canons. In Orthodoxy, the crown is written over the scarf. The very image of the crown came from the West. In early icons, the Mother of God was only in maphoria.
Holidays
More than two hundred images are recorded in the religious calendar.
One of the most important holidays Cover of the Virgin. It is named after the icon of the same name. On it the Mother of God is depicted in full growth. In her hands is matter with the image of Jesus, sometimes she is depicted without it. One of the most revered icons - Feast of the Holy Mother of God.
Seven-strelnaya
This image is distinguished from others by a detail: it is pierced by 7 arrows, sometimes swords in their place.
What does this mean? Usually on the right shoulder three arrows, and the left has four. There is an image with symmetry - three on each side and one on the bottom.
Meaning
When, on the fortieth day of Jesus' life, they brought him to the Jerusalem temple, the sage Simeon blessed him and told the Mother of God that "weapons will pierce the soul." He predicted the mother's suffering for his son. It is believed that seven arrows are a symbol of sins. In addition, the number seven means fullness, in this case the fullness of motherly grief. The date of its origin is unknown. Some believe that she is five centuries old, someone believes that more. According to legend, the image was found in the first half of the 19th century on an ordinary wooden board.
The Mother of God turns to her son to intercede for those who sincerely ask. However, she sees the sins of each of those who pray, and this pierces her like arrows.
Help
This image is one of the most powerful. Prayers at this icon help those who have evil people in their environment: envious and ill-wishers. It helps to soften hearts, awaken sympathy and a desire to do good in people. The one who is sick will receive the help of the Mother of God.
Miracles have been witnessed:
- The lame man who found the icon on the stairs of the bell tower was cured;
- Deliverance of the Vologda province from the cholera epidemic.
It is believed that if you put the icon of the Mother of God at home, then he will be protected from evil influences, and the inhabitants will find physical and spiritual harmony.
Who does she help?
- To those who fight. She saves their lives;
- Those who have envious people or enemies;
- Sick of some disease.
Those who hang this icon at home or in the office do not have to worry about safety, since it removes evil and saves from conflicts. You can hang a small image above the door at home or on your desktop.
Where can I buy
Many people ask: where to buy an icon? This image is quite common, so it is easy to find. Can buy in the church shop. They are in almost any shopping center. However, before placing at home, you need to consecrate in the church. Some sellers may claim that nothing is faked and the products are consecrated, but it's better not to risk it.
Why is it preferable to buy icons in the temple:
- All icons are consecrated;
- No fakes;
- When you buy from a temple, you support it and allow it to develop.
Some people who are fond of needlework embroider an icon threads or beads, and also draw.
Where to hang
The owners of this icon say that households become softer in character, calmer.
The house itself becomes more prosperous, so all believers want to buy it. It is best to place the icon there, where it will be convenient to pray.
Icons are not decoration, so there are some useful tips:
- Near the icons there should not be a number of such items as cosmetics, figurines, jewelry and other non-religious attributes;
- It is not allowed to put icons together with non-iconic images and non-canonical attributes: paintings based on biblical subjects, calendars, books;
- You should not put images of modern idols near the icon: fan posters of various content or photographs;
- Icons are usually hung on the east side so that positive energy comes. Please note that there is free space in front of it;
- It is allowed to keep religious literature, candles and other religious attributes near the icon;
- To make an iconostasis at home, it is appropriate to use a shelf, a special design or an icon case. They are usually not hung on nails;
- If several faces are placed, then you need to follow the hierarchy: in the center there are two older faces, and on the left and right, next to each other, the younger ones;
- Often hung over the door;
- The place where the icon stands is kept clean.
How to pray
The clergy say that if a person does not know prayers, but believes, then he can pray to the Mother of God, and she will accept his requests.
It is worth praying every day, especially before leaving the house. Thoughts must necessarily be the most sincere, otherwise she will not hear those who pray for help. Requests for healing, for an end to quarrels and conflicts, what can help Seven-strelnaya.
Celebration Days
The icons are different, but since they belong to the same species, they decided to honor them on the same day. It happens:
- August 13;
- After Easter on Sunday 9;
- The first Sunday after Holy Trinity.
Notable lists
There are two icons in Moscow that stream myrrh. One is in the Church of the Archangel Michael, and the other in the village of Bachurino.
It was made to order, but when the hostess noticed that the icon was streaming myrrh, immediately gave it to the church. After that, the icon was recognized as miraculous and it was taken abroad and shown in the cities of Russia. Another icon is located in the church of Saint Lazarus, which is located in Vologda. It was brought after the war. Pilgrims visit her twice a year.
Another icon is in the Venetian chapel. It was found by Italian soldiers during Second World War. The icon was found in a destroyed house and handed over to the priest. The Italian forces were defeated, and the priest escaped. Then in Venice built a chapel for the icon. They say that before the war this icon belonged to a monastery.
Kazanskaya
It is believed that Our Lady of Kazan protects from enemies and heals ailments.
Those who are in trouble can ask her for help and protection. This icon can be placed at home or given as a gift. This image belongs to the Hodegetria species, that is, its goal is guide a person to the right path.
Story
In the 16th century, a fire broke out in Kazan. The holy face was discovered by the little daughter of the merchant Matrona. In a dream, the Mother of God appeared to her and told her to get the icon from the conflagration. Surprisingly the image was not damaged and looked new. A nunnery was erected at the site of the discovery of the icon. The icon was given for storage to the Assumption Cathedral. However, in the 20th century the icon was stolen and then destroyed. Only copies of the image have survived. After the founding of the temple, Matrona and her mother became abbesses.
Celebration dates
In honor of this face, it is customary to celebrate twice a year:
- 21st of June. On this day, the girl saw a vision of the Virgin. Celebrated since the 16th century;
- November 4th. Moscow was liberated by Minin and Pozharsky in the autumn of 1612.
Before the decisive battle, people prayed and asked for intercession. After the revolution November 4 ceased to be a holiday, in 2005 became National Unity Day. These days the same service is held.
Icon location
In its early years it was located in Tretyakov Gallery. Its copy is kept in the house church of the Moscow Patriarch. This copy is gift to the Roman Catholic Church in honor of the end of the rivalry between the churches. The closest copy to the original is stored in Prince Vladimir Cathedral that in St. Petersburg.
Meaning
The Kazan Mother of God helps people to realize and find their true path in life.
They prayed to her during the Time of Troubles, and thanks to her protection, the troops recaptured Moscow from the Polish invaders. Peter I prayed to her before the Battle of Poltava. During the Patriotic War of 1812, she helped the soldiers win several victories. Kutuzov prayed to the Mother of God before heading to the army.
Miracles that happened during religious processions are associated with it:
- The unknown pilgrim was cured of his illness;
- The daughter-in-law of a noble man got rid of the disease of the legs;
- The newborn received his sight;
- Demons came out of several women.
After that, all the suffering hurried to the icon.
Not only military or political figures, but also ordinary people can rely on the protection of Our Lady of Kazan. If you ask from a pure heart, then she grants her patronage to everyone who asks.
What helps
Kazan Mother of God helps everyone who believe and ask for help:
- They turn to the Kazan Mother of God to bless the marriage of the young;
- Couples turn to her with a request to find harmony in their relationship and save them from misfortunes.
- Most of all, she is supportive of children: she protects them from misfortune, evil people and helps on the path of life;
- They pray for her help to the soldiers and the protection of their native land;
- It helps to find the right solution and avoid failure. Witnesses say that she came to them in dreams and said what and how to do, and what to refuse. Thus, a person avoids trouble;
- She is prayed to in difficult times, when there is not enough strength to fight. In sorrow, she will console the one who asks and give him instructions;
- It helps with weakening faith in the soul, heals ailments. She is asked to restore her sight. Helps spiritual enlightenment.
VIDEO: Intercessor. Kazan icon of the Mother of God
Intercessor / Kazan Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos
In the center of the plot of the picture is the Vatican list of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God - the main Orthodox shrine of Kazan.
Iverskaya
The icon got its name from the monastery where it is located. It stands on the sacred Mount Athos. People call her the Gatekeeper.
Basically, it helps in getting rid of diseases, protecting the house from unwanted guests. The monks said that she warns of negative events that will happen in the world in the near future.
Where is stored
First mentioned in the 9th century. At that time, the images of saints were mocked, and they were subject to destruction. According to legend, the image was saved by a widow, but they found out about it. Warriors broke into the woman's house and pierced the image, it bled. The woman prayed to the Mother of God and went to the water. When the icon touched the water, it floated vertically. The rumor about this reached Mount Athos. The widow's son became a monk on Mt.
Not far from her, hundreds of years ago, a ship with Mary moored. The monastery was founded in the 5th century. Once the monks saw a column of fire from the water. They tried to approach the image, but it moved away as they approached. The monks prayed to God to give them the icon. After some time, the elder saw the Mother of God and said, that will give them an icon. But for this he must come to her by sea.
The brothers settled down on the shore and began to pray while the elder walked on the water. After receiving it, she was kept in the chapel for three days and prayed. After that, she was moved to the temple, and a source appeared at the place where she was. Then she appeared above the gate, she was removed and returned to her place, but the image again appeared above the gate.
The Mother of God again appeared to the elder and said that there was no need to protect her, she herself would be the guardian of the monastery. The monks built a church over the gate and the image is still there. They honor her on Tuesday of Bright Week. Then a procession is made to the place where the elder received the shrine.