Saint Anna Mother of the Most Holy Theotokos Framed Canvas Icon

Saint Anna, together with her husband Joachim, endured many years of childlessness within a Jewish culture that regarded barrenness as a source of considerable social shame and personal sorrow, yet she continued faithfully in prayer rather than despair, making a vow that any child granted to her would be dedicated wholly to the service of God. Her prayers were answered in her old age with the birth of a daughter, Mary, whom she and Joachim brought to the Temple in fulfilment of that vow once the child had reached the age of three, entrusting her into a life of consecrated service from the very beginning. Anna thus became, through her daughter, the grandmother of Christ Himself, her long years of patient waiting becoming the unlikely root from which the entire mystery of the Incarnation would eventually unfold. She remains one of the most beloved intercessors for those struggling with childlessness or the long delay of a deeply held hope, a living witness that God's promises, however long withheld, are never forgotten.

“For this child I prayed; and the LORD hath given me my petition which I asked of him.” (1 Samuel 1:27)

O holy Mother Anna, who didst wait in faith through years of sorrow and was answered in God's own time, intercede for us, that we too may not lose hope however long our own prayers seem to go unanswered. 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.