Icon of the Mother of God "Kazan" from zirconium

Icon of the Mother of God "Kazan" from zirconium Size: 300 * 210 mm The icon of the Mother of God "Kazan" is truly miraculous. In ancient times, it was not only the common people who appealed to Her for help, but also princes and kings. The patroness was of great importance for the people, according to popular beliefs, the miracles of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God healed many people from various ailments, and some even lost their sight, but also She could help in the fight against enemies and freeing the state from enemies. The intercessor does some really extraordinary things, so people who are in trouble, faced with difficulties at work or in their personal lives can ask Her for help in prayer before Her Divine way. You can hang an image with a wonderworker at home, as many people do, as well as donate. What the icon of the “Kazan” Mother of God is praying for, its significance, how it can protect and help, as well as many other things you can learn from this article. * In Kazan, after the fire that occurred in 1579, the holy face appeared miraculously. It was discovered by a little girl, Matrona, the daughter of a merchant, who in a dream saw the Mother of God, who ordered her to go to the conflagration with her mother and retrieve the icon from under the rubble. Subsequently, the found image of the Holy to the surprise of people was very bright and beautiful, and the colors were fresh. At the same place where a valuable find was discovered, a monastery was erected for women, and the Divine painting itself was transported to the Assumption Cathedral (Kazan). However, because of her jewels in 1904, the miraculous face was stolen, and then destroyed. To date, only copies of the Holy Image have survived. When is the celebration in honor of the holy face This divine feast is celebrated twice a year: * July 21 in the new style (July 8 in the old way). After the little girl Matrone had visions in a dream, this event was identified as an important Orthodox holiday, “The Phenomenon of the Image of the Mother of God,” celebrated annually since the 16th century; * November 4 (October 22). In the autumn of 1612, the liberation of Moscow by the Russian army led by Prince Dmitry Pozharsky and Kuzma Minin from the Polish-Lithuanian invaders took place. Before the onset of the decisive battle, the Russian regiment prayed to the divine image, thanks to which the victory was won. In honor of the intercession of the Holy was a holiday, celebrated since 1649 throughout Russia. After the October Revolution, November 4 ceased to be a non-working day, but the tradition was restored in 2005, and the holiday was called the “Day of National Unity”. Every year, on November 4 and July 21, the same service is performed where the sermon is read and the following kontak is heard: “By a friend, people, to this quiet and good shelter, an ambulance, a prepared and warm salvation, to the cover of the Virgin. We will speed up to prayer and plod to repentance: the Most Pure Mother of God exudes the useless mercy of the Most Pure Mother of God, anticipates to help and eliminates from all misfortunes and evils, Her good and divine slaves. ” What helps and the value of the icon "Kazan" The face of the Mother of God represents the image of the Protectress Odigitria, which has helped people a great number of times to find their true path. During the Time of Troubles, whole waxes went to Moscow under Her protection, soon bringing the liberation of the city from Polish impostors and invaders. Before the start of the famous Poltava bat by all, Peter I just before the list of this image, the protector pronounced one of the strongest prayers. And in 1812, the same Holy Face helped Russian soldiers to repel the foray of French enemies, thereby obtaining the beginning of victories of Russian troops against Napoleon in the Patriotic War. Also before her stood in prayer, and Prince Mikhail Kutuzov before heading into the army. But not only the troops and the rulers of the states can receive the blessing and salvation of the image, the common people also turn for help to the “Kazan” Mother of God, and the list of miracles that She bestows on people is constantly increasing. What the icon of the Kazan Mother of God is prayed to: * When treating any physical ailments, especially asking for help in healing from loss of vision, but also in spiritual insight, to find the right way when weakening the fire of faith in the soul; * They ask in prayers for the defender and for support in difficult life situations when there is not enough power to fight adversity. In case of any grief and sorrow, the Mother of God will help with her admonitions and consolation; * The guide will come to the rescue of making the right decision, saves from committing mistakes and misfortunes, and also points the way to a good goal. Many stories describe the appearance of the Holy Face in the dreams of the needy, where the Mother of God told how to avoid or correct the consequences of trouble, what needs to be done and how best not to act; * They pray to the Holy One and for help to the soldiers protecting their native land and from getting rid of the raids of enemies; * Not only in case of adversity, but also in joy, they turn to the Kazan Mother of God, blessing the young for marriage. There are many will take associated with this icon. * For example, if the marriage falls on the celebration of the Holy Image, then the family life will be happy, and the spouses will live in harmony; * To those couples that ask the icon of the Kazan Mother of God to improve their relationship, it helps to avoid trouble and strife, as well as to bring harmony and well-being; * Especially favored by the Kazan Mother of God in relation to children, protecting them from misfortunes, sorrows and helping them on their way to life. This is what the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God helps, to all who need it, to all who believe, ask for protection and blessings, to everyone without exception. In order for the Mother of God to hear your petition, it is necessary for her to pray correctly. This can be done both in the temple and at home. If at home you want to ask for help from the holy image, then it is best to pray in the morning: - After you wake up, wash your face well with water, cross over your hands and set yourself up for positive emotions; - Calm down and get rid of all annoying and negative thoughts; - Light the candles, get down on your knees and then start the rite; - The quantity is not the most important thing, but it is important that all the words of the prayer be spoken sincerely, from a pure heart; - After you pray you can express your petition to the Virgin. But remember that the request will not be heard if there is at least one negative wish in it.