Wooden Icon Cross Wall Hanging - 14 Inch - Oak Wood - High Quality - Greek Gold Foiled Icons
Enhance your spiritual space with this elegant Wooden Icon Cross, beautifully crafted from high-quality oak wood. This stunning wall hanging is perfect for any icon corner, bringing a sense of reverence and beauty to your home.
Features of the Icon Cross
Overall Design
- Exquisite Design: The cross showcases intricate icons that depict significant figures in Christian tradition, highlighting both the Virgin Mary and Christ the Teacher.
Center
- Christ Pantocrator (Jesus Christ): Depicted at the center, Christ is shown holding the Gospel while blessing, representing his authority and divine wisdom.
Top
- Theotokos (Virgin Mary) with Child – Hodegetria Type: The Virgin Mary points toward Christ, portraying him as “the way.” This icon emphasizes her role as the guide leading believers to her Son, Christ.
Left (Middle Arm)
- Mary Crowned, Holding Christ: This icon represents the Virgin and Child, Hodegetria, known as Gorgoypekoos, or “The Quick Hearer”, from Mt. Athos. It features Mary crowned, symbolizing her status as the Queen of Heaven while holding the Christ Child.
Right (Middle Arm)
- Theotokos (Tenderness/Loving Kindness): This icon shows Mary and the Child with cheek-to-cheek affection, symbolizing compassion. Dubbed Virgin and Child, Sweet Kissing, it highlights the intimate bond between mother and child.
Below Center (Upper Bottom)
- Theotokos with Child: Representing the Virgin and Child, Jerusalem (often reminiscent of the Vladimir style), this icon emphasizes maternal closeness and protection, portraying a tender relationship between Mary and Jesus.
Bottom
- Virgin, The Seven Swords: This poignant icon depicts Mary with swords piercing her heart, symbolizing sorrow and compassion. It reflects the deep emotional suffering Mary endured as the mother of Christ, particularly during his passion.
Overall meaning
This cross is deeply Marian-centered, surrounding Christ (center) with different spiritual expressions of the Virgin Mary:
- Guidance (Hodegetria)
- Royal dignity
- Tender love (Eleusa)
- Compassion and sorrow (Seven Sorrows)
- Dimensions: Measuring 14 inches tall and 8 1/4 inches wide, with a thickness of 1/2 inch, this icon cross makes a striking statement. The icons inside the cross measure 2 3/4 inches tall by 2 inches wide.
- Versatile Display: A hook is conveniently located on the back for easy wall hanging, allowing you to showcase this beautiful piece wherever it's desired.
- Thoughtful Gift: This wooden icon cross makes for a meaningful religious gift for Easter, Christmas, birthdays, or any special occasion. Its high-quality craftsmanship ensures it will be cherished for years to come.
- Quality Packaging: Each cross comes beautifully boxed, making it an excellent gift option.
Bring the essence of faith into your home with this Wooden Icon Cross Wall Hanging, a magnificent blend of artistry and spirituality.
