Burning Bush Mother of God Orthodox Icons
Burning Bush Mother of God Orthodox icons are among the most symbolic images of the Theotokos. The icon refers to the Old Testament vision of Moses: a bush burned with fire, yet was not consumed. In Orthodox interpretation, this mystery prefigures the Virgin Mary and the Incarnation of Christ.
In this catalog you can buy hand-painted Burning Bush icons made in the Mstyora icon-painting tradition: prepared wooden boards, gesso ground, egg tempera, mineral pigments, gold leaf, and careful canonical drawing. We offer ready catalog works and can also paint the icon in an individual size and decorative style.
Features of our Burning Bush icons
Canonical symbolism: the Theotokos with Christ in the center of an eight-pointed star, with fire and bush imagery.
Traditional materials: wooden board, gesso ground, egg tempera, mineral pigments, and gold leaf.
Detailed composition: angels, biblical symbols, Evangelist signs, and ornamental elements may be included depending on the version.
Custom decoration: gold background, carved frame, filigree elements, or protective kiot on request.
Different purposes: home prayer, new home gifts, family icons, church icons, chapels, and iconostases.
Worldwide shipping: careful packaging for international delivery.
How to choose a Burning Bush Orthodox icon
For a small home prayer corner, sizes such as 17×21 cm or 20×24 cm may be practical. For a new home or family gift, 27×31 cm or 30×40 cm usually gives the composition more presence. For a church, chapel, or iconostasis, a larger custom size and a protective kiot may be more appropriate.
To learn about Moses and the Burning Bush, the eight-pointed star, and the icon’s deeper meaning in Orthodox tradition, read our guide: Burning Bush Mother of God Orthodox Icon: Meaning and How to Choose.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Burning Bush icon mean?
It refers to the burning bush seen by Moses and is interpreted by the Church as a prefiguration of the Theotokos and the Incarnation.
Is this icon suitable for a new home?
Yes. It is often chosen for new homes and family prayer corners, especially when the gift should carry a prayerful meaning of protection and trust in God.
Can I order this icon in a custom size?
Yes. We can paint a Burning Bush Mother of God icon in a custom size, with gold leaf, ornament, filigree decoration, a carved frame, or a kiot.
