The Resurrection Orthodox Icon

The Resurrection Orthodox Icon

The hand-painted icon of the Resurrection of Christ, also known as the Angel of Transfiguration or the Paschal Icon, depicts one of the key events of the Christian faith, the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. This icon has deep spiritual and theological significance in the Orthodox tradition. Here are the key aspects of the meaning of this icon:

Resurrection and Victory over Death: The main significance of this icon is that it symbolizes the Resurrection of Christ after His death on the Cross. This event represents Christ’s victory over death and sin, which is a central part of the Christian faith. The Resurrection is the source of hope for eternal life for all believers.
Easter Event: The icon of the Resurrection of Christ is often associated with Easter, the most important Christian holiday. Easter is the day of celebration of the Resurrection, and this icon reminds the faithful of the great joy that comes on this day.
Theological significance: The icon incorporates many theological symbols. For example, Christ rising from the tomb is often depicted holding a sign (the standard of the Resurrection) in his hand and pointing to the event of the Resurrection. He is also depicted wearing an alba, symbolizing the divine luminous presence.
Apostles and Angels: The icon may feature apostles and angels bearing witness to the Resurrection. They are often depicted as surprised and joyful, which also conveys the joy and wonder of the Resurrection.
Victory over Satan and Death: The icon symbolizes Christ’s victory over the forces of darkness, death and hell. It signifies salvation and the possibility of humanity’s reunion with God.
Source of Hope: This icon serves as a source of hope and consolation for Christians, reminding them of their faith in the Risen Christ and the promise of eternal life.

The icon of the Resurrection of Christ has a deep spiritual significance in the Orthodox faith, emphasizing the central dogma of Christianity – the Resurrection of Christ and the hope of eternal life that He brings to believers.

In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy an icon of the Resurrection, which is made in the best traditions of Russian iconography. A handmade icon of the Resurrection of the Lord 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 Resurrection 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.