Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Icon

Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Icon is a hand-painted festal icon dedicated to the central event of the Christian faith: the victory of Christ over death. This version shows the risen Savior above the open tomb, clothed in radiant garments and holding the victory banner of the Cross.

Iconography of the Resurrection

This icon belongs to the ?Rising from the Tomb? iconographic version of the Resurrection. Christ stands in glory above the opened sepulcher, blessing the world with his right hand. In his left hand he holds a banner marked by the Cross, a sign of victory over death, sin, and the powers of darkness.

The composition is rich and narrative. Angels are shown near the tomb, Roman guards fall in fear before the divine light, and the Myrrh-bearing Women approach in the distance. Behind them, the empty crosses of Golgotha recall the Passion that has now been overcome by the light of Pascha.

Theological Meaning

The Resurrection is not simply a historical episode, but the foundation of Christian hope. In this icon, the open tomb, the shining garments of Christ, the frightened guards, and the angels together proclaim that death has lost its final power.

The white garment of Christ points to divine glory and incorruptible life. The victory banner reveals that the Cross is no longer an instrument of defeat, but the sign of salvation. The icon therefore speaks of joy, renewal, and the triumph of life in Christ.

Figures and Details

The Roman soldiers in the foreground show the helplessness of earthly force before the power of God. The angels are witnesses of the mystery and heralds of the good news. The Myrrh-bearing Women represent faithful love, courage, and devotion, coming to the tomb before they fully understand the miracle that has taken place.

The wide ornamental border, painted with gold and bright enamel-style floral decoration, gives the icon a festal and solemn character. This makes the icon especially suitable for Pascha, a chapel, a parish setting, or a home prayer space where the Resurrection is kept as the center of Christian life.

Hand-Painted Materials and Technique

The icon is painted on a linden wood board with oak splines. The board is prepared with pavoloka and chalk levkas. The image is painted in egg tempera, following the traditional layered method of Orthodox icon painting.

The decoration includes gold leaf and fine enamel-style ornament on the borders. The finished icon is protected with varnish. This is a hand-painted Orthodox icon on wood, not a printed reproduction.

For Home, Chapel, and Iconostasis

The Resurrection of Christ icon is appropriate for a home icon corner, parish church, monastery, chapel, or festal iconostasis. It is especially meaningful as an Easter or Paschal gift, and as a central image for prayer throughout the year.

Before this icon, Orthodox Christians give thanks for the Resurrection, pray for renewal of faith, and remember that Christian life is founded on the victory of Christ over death.

Size and Ordering

The available size of this icon is 35×40 cm (13.8×15.7 in). The larger format allows the many figures, the open tomb, the angels, the guards, the Myrrh-bearing Women, and the ornamental border to remain clear and readable.

Free international shipping is included, and payment is made after receiving the icon. Other sizes and iconostasis formats can be discussed individually before work begins.

Icon Characteristics

Name	Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Icon
Feast	Resurrection of Christ, Pascha
Iconographic version	Rising from the Tomb
Main figures	Risen Christ, angels, Roman guards, Myrrh-bearing Women
Size	35×40 cm (13.8×15.7 in)
Materials	Linden board, oak splines, pavoloka, chalk levkas, egg tempera, gold leaf, varnish
Decoration	Gold and enamel-style ornamental border
Use	Home icon corner, Paschal gift, chapel, parish, monastery, iconostasis

Questions and Answers

What does the Resurrection of Christ icon show?

This icon shows the risen Christ standing above the open tomb, blessing the world and holding the victory banner of the Cross.

Which iconographic version is this?

This is the Rising from the Tomb version of the Resurrection, showing the historical moment of Christ appearing in glory after the sealed tomb is opened.

Who are the figures around the tomb?

The composition includes angels, Roman guards struck with fear, and the Myrrh-bearing Women approaching the tomb in the distance.

What does the white garment of Christ mean?

The white garment symbolizes divine light, purity, glory, and the transformed life revealed in the Resurrection.

What is the meaning of the victory banner?

The banner with the Cross proclaims the victory of Christ over death, sin, and the powers of darkness.

Is this icon suitable for Pascha or Easter?

Yes. This icon is especially appropriate for Pascha, Easter gifts, a home icon corner, chapel, parish, or festal iconostasis.

What materials are used for this icon?

The icon is painted on a linden wood board with oak splines, pavoloka, chalk levkas, egg tempera, gold leaf, enamel-style ornamental painting, and protective varnish.

What is the standard size of this icon?

The standard size is 35×40 cm, which is approximately 13.8×15.7 inches.

Can another size be ordered?

Other sizes and iconostasis formats can be discussed individually before the icon is painted.

Is international shipping included?

Yes. Free international shipping is included, and payment is made after receiving the icon.