Orthodox Icon of Seven Arrows

Orthodox Icon of Seven Arrows is one of the many images of the Mother of God, which has a special significance in the Orthodox Christian tradition. The name of this icon is due to the fact that the Mother of God is depicted with seven arrows pointing at her chest.

Symbolism of the Seven Arrows: The seven arrows pointing towards the Mother of God’s breast symbolize the seven pains or sufferings that the prophet Simeon predicted to her at the presentation of the Child Jesus in the temple. This moment is described in the Gospel of Luke and is considered part of God’s plan for the salvation of mankind. The seven arrows are also associated with the seven sorrows of the Mother of God.
Protection and Consolation: the Seven Arrows Icon of the Mother of God is a symbol of protection and consolation for those who experience suffering, grief and sorrow. The faithful turn to this icon with pleas for help and consolation in difficult moments of life.
Intercession before God: in Orthodoxy it is believed that the Mother of God intercedes before God for the petition for forgiveness of sins and help in dealing with life’s difficulties. The icon of the Mother of God reminds the faithful that they can turn to the Mother of God as a mother and intercessor.
Historical and spiritual significance: The icon has deep historical roots and is linked to the theological teachings and spiritual tradition of the Orthodox Church. Its significance is rooted in the biblical events and teachings of Christianity.

The seven-strength icon of the Mother of God is an object of worship and prayer for many believers who turn to it with the hope of consolation, mercy and intercession before God. It reminds of the importance of faith, tolerance in suffering and hope for divine help.

In the icon-painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy a handmade Seven-Strel icon, which is made in the best traditions of Russian icon-painting. Seven-strel hand-painted icon 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 Orthodox Icon of Seven Arrows 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.