The St. Archangel Michael Icon occupies a special place in Orthodox iconography, representing the Archangel Michael – a prominent angel and intercessor in the fight against the forces of evil. This icon is imbued with spiritual power and symbolism, inspiring believers to protect and patronize him in difficult moments.
The icon depicts the Archangel in a fighting pose, with weapons in his hands, ready to repel the attacks of evil forces. His powerful figure, often represented with outstretched wings, symbolizes greatness and steadfastness in the service of God. Archangel Michael is often depicted with a sword, which is his symbol in the struggle for truth and justice.
This icon has deep spiritual roots connected to tradition and Holy Scripture. In the Bible, Archistratigus Michael is described as the leader of the heavenly host, defeating the forces of evil. His name even translated from Greek means “Who is like God”.
The icon of Michael the Archangel is addressed to believers not only as a symbol of the struggle against evil, but also as a hope for protection in difficult moments of life. Believers resort to this icon in times of illness, disaster and adversity, praying for healing, protection and blessing.
The symbolism of Archangel Michael permeates many aspects of doctrine, reminding of the eternal struggle between good and evil. The icon becomes the center of prayerful attention and the embodiment of hope for the intervention of the holy archangel in the life of man, bringing protection and blessing from the higher powers.
In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy a hand-painted icon of Archangel Michael, which is made in the best traditions of Russian icon painting. A handmade icon of Archangel Michael is not only an expression of spiritual elevation and faith, but also a real work of art, which will become an exquisite decoration of your iconostasis.
All stages of icon production, starting with the icon board and ending with tempera painting, are performed by professional masters and painters of iconography with many years of experience and work experience. Customers of the icon painting workshop are Orthodox Temples and Monasteries.
All icons of the Mstyora Icons icon-painting workshop are made in strict observance of the iconographic canon of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Order the St. Archangel Michael Icon in the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons”, Mstyora, Vladimir region, where icons have been painted since 1628.
It is possible to paint an image in any size to order.
We accept orders for measurement icons, analoy icons, church icons, and icons for iconostasis.
