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The prototype of the Moscow myrrh-streaming icon of the Tsar-Martyr was painted in 1996 in California, by the icon painter Pavel Tikhomirov, commissioned by representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia.
Korsun is an ancient Greek city-state, or Polis, established on the Southwest coast of the Crimea. Years later, it became known as Khersones. Byzantians called it Kherson, while it remained Korsun for the Slavs.
The Belarusian land is blessed with a rich tapestry of sacred relics, and among them, the Mother of God's holy icons shine with radiant grace. One such image, the Krasnostok icon, holds a special place in the hearts of believers.
Through revolution, bereavement and exile, those who knew her remembered stillness. Here is the witness of a saint whose love deepened as the darkness drew near.
Artists from Saint Elisabeth Convent speak candidly about the prayer, tears, and unexpected spiritual encounters they experienced while laying a mosaic of the Royal Passion-Bearers in the very room of their death.
A richly detailed account of how one of Russia's most beloved icons journeyed from Jerusalem to Constantinople and finally to Tikhvin, where it continues to pour forth miracles.
The lives of Saints Cosmas and Damian show that true healing begins with faith. Their courage before an emperor, selfless service to the poor, and martyr's death continue to inspire believers around the world.
The journey of Saint Peter of the Horde offers a vivid example of how God's grace reaches across cultures and borders. A miraculous healing set a Tatar prince on the path to faith, monasticism, and sainthood.
