Filigree Icon of Tenderness: Depth of Feelings and Sanctity
The filigree icon of the Most Holy Theotokos “Tenderness” represents one of the main iconographic types of Theotokos icons, where the Most Holy Theotokos and the Infant Jesus tenderly bow their heads towards each other and touch cheeks. This image symbolizes not only maternal affection but also a symbol of the soul in close communion with God. This type includes such famous icons as “Vladimir,” “Don,” “Tolga,” and others.
A special place among the “Tenderness” icons is occupied by the Seraphim-Diveyevo icon, before which St. Seraphim of Sarov prayed. This icon differs from other iconographic types of “Tenderness” in that it depicts the Virgin without the Infant, with her hands crossed on her chest, which refers to the moment before the birth of Christ, but after the Annunciation. This image expresses a feeling of humility, contrition, trust in God, which the Holy Virgin Mary expressed in the words: “Behold, the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word” (Luke 1:38).
In the icon of the Mother of God “Tenderness” of Seraphim-Diveyevo, the Most Holy Theotokos is depicted in a red dress (chiton), a blue veil (himation), and a white maphorion. On Her forehead and shoulders are three stars, symbolizing her virginity before, during, and after the birth of Christ.
This icon is the cell icon of St. Seraphim of Sarov and is located in the domestic Vladimir Church of the Patriarchal residence in Chisty Lane. Once a year, during Great Lent, on the feast of the Praise of the Most Holy Theotokos, it is brought to the Patriarchal service in the Epiphany Cathedral in Yelokhovo.
The “Tenderness” icon is a powerful symbol of faith, humility, and trust in God, reminding believers of the importance of close communion with God and that true tenderness of heart opens the way to salvation.
The scan technique allows conveying every detail of this exquisite image with incredible accuracy and depth of color. Such an image not only decorates a home or church but also serves as a source of inspiration for prayer and reflection, reminding of the greatness and beauty of Christian spiritual values.
Purchasing the “Tenderness” icon on the website https://orthodox-icons.com will not only be a valuable addition to your home iconostasis but also a powerful reminder of the power of love and compassion that can transform hearts and souls. This image will serve as a source of consolation and inspiration, reminding of the boundless love of the Mother of God for each of us.
In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons,” you can buy an orthodox filigree icon of Tenderness from the scan, which is executed in the best traditions of Russian iconography. The handpainted orthodox icon of the Tenderness of the Mother of God from the scan is not only an expression of spiritual elevation and faith but also a true work of art that will become a refined decoration for your iconostasis.
All stages of the icon’s creation, from the icon board to the tempera painting, are carried out by professional masters and icon painters with many years of experience and tenure. The clients of the icon painting workshop are Orthodox Churches and Monasteries.
All icons from the “Mstyora Icons” workshop are executed in strict adherence to the iconographic canon of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Order the Filigree Icon of Tenderness at the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons,” located in Mstyora, Vladimir region, where icons have been painted since 1628.
It is possible to commission an image in any size.
Here you can order measured icons, analogion icons, church icons, and icons for the iconostasis.
