Theotokos Hodegetria Framed Canvas Icon

Meaning ‘She Who Shows the Way,’ the Hodegetria icon presents the Mother of God gesturing with one hand toward the Christ Child held upon her other arm, directing all who venerate her not to herself but to her Son as the way, the truth, and the life. This icon type is counted among the oldest and most widely copied in the whole of Orthodox tradition, with the earliest examples traditionally attributed, as with several other ancient icons, to Saint Luke the Evangelist. Far from drawing devotion toward herself, the Theotokos in this image fulfils the role she has always held within the Church, the one who points beyond herself to Christ and asks nothing for her own sake. It remains one of the clearest visual expressions of the Church's understanding of Mary's place within the faith, and a fitting gift for anyone seeking to deepen their own path toward Christ.

“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)

O Theotokos who showest us the way, take our hand as thou dost guide us, and lead us ever toward thy Son, in whom alone is the way, the truth, and the life. 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.