Category Archives: Art
“And this will be a sign for you . . .”
“And this will be a sign for you: you will find an infant wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger.” (Luke 2:12) Did you ever wonder what “swaddling clothes” are? I always took it for granted it was … Continue reading
The more things change, the more they stay the same!
This icon, based on the traditional eastern celebration of the Eucharist, represents the timeless, eternal, and mystical event being celebrated celestially. The Eucharist is not restricted to a particular time or place. “The more things change, the more they stay … Continue reading
The Assumption of Mary
The ancient Greek icon of the Dormition of Mary beautifully captures the meaning of the Assumption for all Christians. Mary dies, but is immediately received into heaven by her Son Jesus. She is depicted as an infant entering eternal life, … Continue reading
More Than Meets the Eye
The Transfiguration is a prayer event; it displays visibly what happens when Jesus talks with his Father: the profound interpenetration of his being with God, which then becomes pure light. In his oneness with the Father, Jesus is himself “light from … Continue reading
On Pilgrimage: Easter and Turkey
Christ is risen, Alleluia! He has truly risen, Alleluia! All Orthodox Christians throughout the world, as well as Catholics who follow “Eastern Rite” liturgies and traditions but are in union with the Church of Rome, greet one another with those … Continue reading
