Cudowne ikony Matki Bożej w parafii Puchły i Żerczyce
Miracle icons of the Mother of God in Pukhly and Zherchitse parishes
Author(s): Justyna MatusSubject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, History, Fine Arts / Performing Arts, Cultural history, Visual Arts, Theology and Religion, Eastern Orthodoxy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu w Białymstoku
Keywords: the Mother of God; miracle icons; icon worship; Pukhly; Zherchitse; Zhurobytse
Summary/Abstract: The icon in Orthodox Church occupies an important place. The Mother of God and her miracle images play a crucial role in the life of Orthodox Christians. In the article the worship of miracle icons from Pukhly and Zherchitse parishes has been analyzed. The author emphasizes that the icons are still enshrined. Pilgrims who pray in front of them return to health and St. Mary the Virgin grants them mercy.
Journal: Białorutenistyka Białostocka
- Issue Year: 2017
- Issue No: 9
- Page Range: 373-381
- Page Count: 9
- Language: Polish