The Kazan icon of the blessed virgin Mary

Kazan icon enjoys unparalleled reverence all over the world. In the name of this image erected magnificent cathedrals in Moscow, St.-Petersburg, Yaroslavl and many other cities. Kazan icon of the blessed virgin is considered the guardian of the borders of the Russian state, a symbol of Russian statehood, so it is particularly revered in the Russian army.

Kazan image was found in difficult times for the Russian power, as a sign of the Heavenly cover of our lady over Her destiny. Wonderful was not only the acquisition of the image, but immediately after the phenomenon in the ashes, on the way of procession the procession, with a newfound icon of the prayer before it was healed two blind beggars. Therefore, most often before the Kazan icon they ask the blessed virgin to get rid of eye disease, invasion of foreigners and help in difficult circumstances.
Miracles from this image do not diminish in our days. This icon is most often seen in the red corner of the house of the Orthodox family, it is usually blessed by young people for marriage, a small Kazan image is often taken with them on the road travelers.

This Kazan icon can not only decorate the iconostasis of a pious Christian, but also serve as a wonderful gift for a wedding, angel's day, anniversary, especially if it is presented with sincere wishes of salvation.
The icon is made according to the author's-master copy of high-quality solid wood in the technique of relief wood carving with reusable application of various tones by artistic wiping. Patina made with geografa.