Icon of The Holy Protection of the Mother of God-USA- 21st c. - 00VMT019

The Feast of the Holy Protection (Agia Skepi) The Feast of the Protection of the Theotokos commemorates a 10th-century miraculous apparition at the Church of Blachernae in Constantinople. According to the life of Saint Andrew the Fool-for-Christ, the Virgin Mary appeared above the congregation and spread her veil over the faithful, symbolizing her constant intercession and defense of all Christians. Key Traditions and Observations The Miracle: Beheld by Saint Andrew and his disciple Epiphanius, the vision serves as a testament to the Virgin Mary's role as a "bright cloud" of protection against spiritual and physical foes. Dates of Celebration: * October 1: The traditional feast day. October 28: Observed by the Church of Greece since the 1950s, linking the feast to "Ohi Day" and her perceived protection of Greece during WWII. About Our Icons (Print and Mounted): Theophany Works Icons are handcrafted reproductions, made with prayer and a desire for excellence. Choose from our standard mounted option on Museum Quality Paper or you may choose to upgrade to Museum Quality Matte Canvas. Both offer a rich print with saturated coloration and are finished with our high-grade UV protection sealant offering a subtle tactile texture that gives our icons a truly authentic feel & can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Additionally, each Maple-shelled panel is prepared with a painted chamfered front edge as well as a round-over on the back edge to give a shadow box effect when hung on the wall. Our Icons come standard with a sliding key-hole slot on the back which allows for balanced hanging. These beautiful American-made reproductions will be a beloved addition to any home or parish at the fraction of the cost of a hand painted icon.