Murom Icon of the Mother of God: great blessing and patronage
The Murom Icon of the Virgin Mary is one of the most revered icons in the Orthodox tradition. The great meaning and significance of this icon go far into the past, being associated with many miracles and gracious phenomena. Let’s take a closer look at the Murom Orthodox and its important role in the lives of believers.
The Murom Icon of the Theotokos was painted in the XI century and is the oldest of the icons preserved to our times. Created according to legend by the great Vladimir icon painter Theophanes the Greek, the icon was presented for blessing to Grand Prince Yuri Dolgoruky.
One day the Murom land was threatened by the invasion of the hated enemies. The faithful praying before the Murom Icon of the Blessed Mother were pacified and believed that the holy icon strengthened the defensive forces of the city. Murom was saved thanks to the exorbitant faith in this icon. Since then, the Murom Icon of the Mother of God has become an integral part of the life of this city and all of Russia.
The icon of the Mother of God of Murom depicts the Blessed Virgin Mary with a baby in her arms. As a rule, the icon also features St. Nicholas of Myra, the patron saint of Murom.
Through genuine faith and devotion, the Murom Icon of the Mother of God has become a symbol of hope and mercy. It serves as a reminder that Our Lady is always ready to come to our aid and intercede before the Lord for our needs. Mary, depicted on the icon, symbolizes maternal care and love, and Nicholas of Myra symbolizes spiritual guidance and help in difficult life situations.
For centuries of existence, the Murom icon of the Mother of God has given the faithful many miracles and gracious phenomena. It is recognized not only in Murom, but also in many other regions of Russia. Pilgrims coming to the icon with motherly hope received healing from illnesses, family relationships were established, lost things were found and difficult life problems were solved.
But the real miracle of the icon occurred during the siege of Murom by the Tatars in the XIII century. The besieged city was on the verge of destruction and hopeless situation. However, by prayers before the Murom icon of the Mother of God, a series of miracles occurred in the area of the city’s defense. The enemy, frightened by inexplicable forces, retreated without a declared war. Murom was saved. This event is depicted on the icon of the Mother of God of Murom and serves as a reminder that the holy icon is a true protector and patroness.
The Murom Icon of the Holy Mary is considered a gift of nature and a genuine miracle. It is carefully kept on the church parish grounds, where believers from all over Russia come to worship. She has become a symbol of salvation and consolation. Orthodox churches have in their collection one or more copies of the Murom Icon of the GodMother. Believers who regularly confess their faith before this icon receive special spiritual reinforcement and consolation.
The Murom Icon is an enduring symbol of faith, hope and great protection. Its importance for the Russian people can hardly be overestimated. Through its history, symbolism and miracles, the Murom Icon continues to accompany us in our faith, giving us hope and unwavering faith in divine mercy.
Times invariably change, but the influence of the Murom Icon of the Our Lady remains strong and relevant. She unites us, giving us support and faith in miracles, helps us to realize our spiritual vocation on the way to God and continues to be the guardian and patron of all our people.
In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy a Murom icon, which is made in the best traditions of Russian icon painting. A handmade icon of the Mother of God 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 the icons of the Mstyora Icons icon-painting workshop are made in strict observance of the iconographic canon of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Order the painting of an icon of the Mother of God of Murom 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.
