The Photina the Samaritan Orthodox Icon: Embracing Divine Grace
The Photina the Samaritan Orthodox Icon, also known as Saint Photina, is a profound representation of faith, redemption, and the transformative power of Christ’s message. Photina, the Samaritan woman at the well, is celebrated in the Orthodox Church for her encounter with Jesus as described in the Gospel of John, chapter 4. This encounter is not only a pivotal moment in her life but also serves as a testament to the universality of Christ’s teachings and the acceptance of all who seek truth and salvation.
In the iconography of Photina the Samaritan, she is often depicted approaching the well with a vessel, symbolizing her initial quest for physical water which ultimately leads to her discovery of the “living water” offered by Jesus. The icon captures the moment of profound spiritual awakening, as Photina realizes that she is in the presence of the Messiah who knows her deeply and offers her eternal life.
The icon is rich with symbolism. The well represents the place of revelation and the meeting point between the human and the divine. Photina’s gesture of listening intently to Jesus signifies her openness and receptivity to the Gospel. Her transformation from an outcast to a herald of the good news is a powerful narrative of conversion and witness.
Photina’s story is particularly significant because she, a Samaritan and a woman, becomes an evangelist, going forth to share the news of Christ with others. Her icon is a source of inspiration for the faithful, reminding them of the mercy and love of God that transcends social boundaries and personal histories.
The Icon of Photina the Samaritan is not only a visual depiction of a biblical story but also an invitation to all believers to draw from the well of living water that Christ offers. It encourages personal reflection on one’s life and the embrace of divine grace, just as Photina did.
This icon is a beautiful addition to any home or church, serving as a constant reminder of the transformative encounter with Christ and the call to share His living water with the world. It is a testament to the power of faith and the boundless grace available to all who seek it.
In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy an orthodox icon of St. Photina, which is made in the best traditions of Russian iconography. The handmade orthodox icon of St Photinia is not only an expression of spiritual elevation and faith, but also a true 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 iconographers 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 Photina the Samaritan Orthodox 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.
