Nativity of the Theotokos Framed Canvas Icon

This icon depicts the birth of the Virgin Mary to her parents, Saints Joachim and Anna, an event the Church celebrates as the dawn of humanity's salvation, since through her birth the one who would bear Christ into the world first entered it herself. Joachim and Anna are remembered as having borne many years of childlessness with patience and unceasing prayer before their petition was finally answered in their old age, a pattern the Church holds up as an example of faith that does not waver even when hope seems long delayed. The icon traditionally shows Anna resting after the birth, attended by women bringing gifts, while the infant Mary is bathed nearby, a scene of quiet domestic joy following years of prayerful waiting. It is a fitting icon to mark the birth of a child, or as a gift to parents who have themselves waited long in hope for a family of their own.

“He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children.” (Psalm 113:9)

O Theotokos, born of righteous parents after years of patient prayer, grant to all who wait in hope the same faith shown by Joachim and Anna, that in due time they too may rejoice. Amen.

This framed canvas makes a beautiful and cherished gift for baptisms, name days, Christmas, Easter, or any occasion where the Orthodox faith is celebrated.

Product Details:

• Premium canvas print, framed and ready to hang
• Available in Natural or Black frame
• Canvas print area: 12 x 18 inches
• Overall framed size: 13 x 20 inches (frame depth 1.6 inches)
• Vivid, fade-resistant print quality
• A meaningful gift for baptisms, name days, and feast days

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A daily reminder of faith, for yourself or someone you love.