Panayia Theotokos (Virgin Mary Mother of God )
Name Day: August 15 (one of the most important church holidays)

Handpainted and imported from Greece. Gold leaf carved wooden border. *This is a limited stock item, typically delivered in 3-4 weeks. Please call us for express delivery options.

The Virgin Mary is the mother of Jesus Christ and the most highly honored and beloved saint. She has four names in the Greek Orthodox church: Theotokos (Mother of God), Panayia (All Holy), Aiparthenos (Ever Virgin), and Despina (Our Lady).

Pilgrimage sites:
• Mary's tomb at the foot of the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem
• Miraculous icon at the Church of the Evangelistria on the island of Tinos