Sunday, June 24, 2007

Владимирская Богоматерь

Our Lady of Vladimir (Владимирская Богоматерь) is one of the most venerated Orthodox icons. Mary is regarded as the holy protectress of Russia. Her feast day is June 3. The icon is on display at the Tretyakov in Moscow. This is said to be a miraculous icon. It shows the universal feelings of motherly love and anxiety for her child.

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