very popular throughout the former Soviet Union won the Gate of Dawn icon, with prayers to which address not only Orthodox believers, but also Catholics.Our article we will dedicate it to this miraculous image, from which emanates the infinite light and sincere kindness.
story of icons
According to Orthodox tradition, Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn, the value of which is equally great for all believers, used to be called a little differently - Korsun face of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin.In the XIV century it was brought to Vilna from Chersonesos (Korsun) Lithuanian Grand Duke Algirdas Gediminas after the attack on the Crimean Tatars.The icon was donated by his first wife, Mary, who later handed a priceless painting of Trinity Church.
The construction of the church took place under her own beginning, and it was based in honor of the great martyrs John, Anthony and Eustache, tortured and hanged cruel husband of Mary Olgerd.This is a very visual story that once again showed how people can serve God with what devotion and dedication.
A Brief History of the three martyrs
Algirdas allowed in their possessions veroispovedovat Christianity while his wife was in life.Once Maria died, the prince suddenly became priests to maintain fire-worshipers, but because of those who talked about God, the prince betrayed cruel punishment.One of these was Anthony and John.But despite the fact that they have passed half his life in prison, they continued to preach the name of Gorspodne, for which both were hanged on the oak tree, which later became Christians truly a sacred place.
Another dedicated to God, according to legend, Eustace is a favorite of Olgreda druzhina.But despite what privileges were waiting for him in the future, give it all the devotion and love of the prince, Eustace completely and entirely devoted his soul to God.According to legend, this is truly a holy man brutally tortured before his death, causing the cold completely naked, drinking ice water.In spite of all this horror, he remained indifferent to everything going on, being charged by their faith and divine energy.Later, on the orders of the Lithuanian Grand Duke, "the divine combatant" was hanged on the same sacred oak.
after the Union of Brest, at the end of the XVI century, the Trinity church was transferred to the Uniates, so the Mercy icon was placed in one of the parish of the Orthodox churches.And in 1906, the image was captured by the Uniates and vodvorёn in the chapel of the Sharp Gate.
In 1625 the image began to belong to the Latin-Carmelite monks who placed shrine in the church, built in honor of St. Teresa.
At the beginning of the XIX century was the icon of Mercy in the possession of the Roman Catholic clergy.And in 1927 it was made July 2 (under the leadership of Pope Pius XI) in the presence of the solemn coronation of the whole Polish Episcopate.
Where is Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn?
its value for Lithuanian believers enormous.After all, it is still stored on the gate of Mercy in Vilnius.This is one of the most revered attractions there.Every day at her bedside praying thousand people, who flock from around the world to Incline before this priceless relic.
Worship before the image of the Virgin takes place on the Roman Catholic rite.Catholics and Orthodox remove hats before the great gates of Mercy, where the holy image.Before the face of the Virgin burning candles and a huge number of crowds of people want to look at this miracle and touch it, to feel the power of the energy coming from this truly miraculous shrine.
Day, dedicated to the icon of Mercy
Feast of Mercy image of the Orthodox believers celebrated December 26 (January 8).And on April 14 (April 27) dedicated to the memory of Lithuania three great martyrs.This day is honored by Catholic believers.
Interesting Facts origin face
- In 20-ies of XX century there was a view that the icon of Mercy has some similarities with the queen Barbara Radzvill, romantic story that captured the hearts of many.
- has long been known that by the iconography of the miraculous icon of the Mother of God goes back way "Tenderness", to which at the time he cried Seraphim of Sarov.
- There is a second version of the origin of the shrine.According to Orthodox tradition, the icon of Our Lady of Mercy was sent to Prince Olgredu Emperor John Palaeologus, who granted such a priceless gift to congratulate the prince with the beginning of his reign.
- Another legend has it that an icon of some miraculous came to the island (or "Russian") gate 14 April 1431.
- Before the coronation of the icon, in 1927, during its restoration, experts have found an ancient letter written in tempera and lime stains from the primer.Scientists have concluded that the shrine was written in the XV and the XVI century (about 1620-1630 years) and repeated the image created by the artist from the Netherlands - Martin de Vos.
- In 1829, when removing the silver vestments in the process of restoration was discovered some inscription.Later, it was found that it is a song of praise of Our Lady of "honest Cherubim."It is believed that the Virgin Mary at the moment of the observed phenomena of the Archangel Gabriel, part of the image is lost.
- According to the Orthodox, the crossed arms gesture can mean the time of the Immaculate Virgin of the gospel, or the direct involvement of its secret committed to the Cross of Redemption.Also, such a gesture is found in iconographic recension called "Mother of God Akhtyrskaya" where the Virgin stands at the foot of the cross with arms crossed.
Icon Mercy: looks like
Mercy icon, which is great value for the Catholic faithful, and for the Orthodox, was written by 8 two-centimetric board consisting of oak.The size of the face is 165 to 200 cm. The icon Ostorobramskaya Virgin refers to the rare instances of an image of the Virgin Mary without baby in her arms.She is depicted to the waist with his head bowed and her hands crossed on his chest.On his head a crown of Our Lady flaunts a bunk on which sharp rays shine comes halo.Apparel Mary is rice silver serving manner Vilna masters of the XVII century.It is almost completely covers the figure of the Virgin Mary, be seen leaving only his hands and he Lick of the Blessed Virgin.At the bottom of the icon depicts a crescent of silver.
Mercy Icon: what protects and is helping
It's pretty rare, but very powerful and strong image that protects the house from evil spirits.Also, the icons are praying for the gift of God's patronage, family protection from external interference, happiness and mutual love of spouses.And this is a small part of which is capable of Mercy icon.Where to hang her, it is known to many.It is better to do it at the entrance, then it will protect the house from intruders and evil spirits.It is also assumed that the image of the Holy Virgin soothes, relieves depression and despondency.
very good image as a gift to his godson, especially the twins to their mother prayed for their well-being, joy and spiritual friendship.
Many argue that after much prayer before the image of the icon Ostrobramsoky stop all kinds of problems and family troubles.After staying alone with the holy face, problem solving comes by itself.
