Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos - Athonite

Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos

$79.00

The Story Behind This Icon:

This icon is a replica of the original Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos, a miraculous wall-painting/icon found in the Docheiariou Monastery on Mount Athos, Greece dating to the 11^th century. Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos is known for responding quickly to prayers.

In 1646, a monk of the monastery lost his sight after disobeying for the second time the voice of the Icon (which he initially believed was from a human being) commanding him not to pass by the Icon with the smoke from his lighted torch. Following the loss of his sight, the monk spent his days in front of the Icon praying to the Holy Virgin Mary for forgiveness. His prayers were granted when, for the third time he heard a voice from the Icon: “Today I give you your sight and from this time on, do not pass through here with lighted torches, I am the Guardian of this monastery and I respond quickly to those who call me. From now on my name is “Gorgoepikoos” (She Who Is Quick to Hear)." Since then, the Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos has responded to many prayers with miracles.

The icon is remembered by the church on October 1.

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This icon is made of solid, natural Limewood that has been prepared by hand using traditional methods and organic materials. The background is comprised of 22 Karat gold leaves that were meticulously applied by hand, piece by piece.

All of our icons are reproduced according to museum print standards and are authentic replicas of Holy Icons from Mount Athos and elsewhere.

Learn more about how our Holy Icons are made here.

From the moment you first hold your Holy Icon, you will see the exquisite details that bear truth to the meticulous preparation and creation of the image, as well as feel the depth and weight of the solid wood upon which it is portrayed. One of our larger icon dimensions (11.8" x 15.7"/30 x 40 cm) weighs more than 5 pounds!

Because we value quality even in the details, your Holy Icon will be shipped in luxury packaging and can be presented as a gift for a friend or family member.

Dimension: 3.9" x 5.5" (10 x 14 cm)

Width	Weight	Style	Backside Braces
0.6" (1.5 cm)	0.2 lb (0.1 kg)	Level	NA

Dimension: 5.5" x 7.7" (14 x 19.5 cm)

Width	Weight	Style	Backside Braces
0.8" (2 cm)	0.6 lb (0.3 kg)	Level	NA

Dimension: 7.9" x 11" (20 x 28 cm)

Width	Weight	Style	Backside Braces
1.8" (4.5 cm)	2.3 lb (1 kg)	Recessed	Wood

Dimension: 9.8" x 13" (25 x 33 cm)

Width	Weight	Style	Backside Braces
1.8" (4.5 cm)	3.1 lb (1.4 kg)	Recessed	Wood

Dimension: 11.8" x 15.7" (30 x 40 cm)

Width	Weight	Style	Backside Braces
2" (5 cm)	5.2 lb (2.3 kg)	Recessed	Wood

Dimensions and weights may slightly vary as these items are cut by hand.

We are proud to offer the highest quality products! However, if you are not satisfied with your purchase, you may return it for an exchange or refund, free of charge! We offer free return shipping for all orders, so long as:
a) Item(s) are been purchased in the last 30 days.
b) Item(s) are returned with their original blue box and/or packaging.
c) Both the packaging and item(s) are in their original condition.

You can read our full Refund & Return Policy here.

MASTERPIECE

This icon of the Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos is amazing, exceptional, and truly impressive. I do not have enough words to express what my wife and I feel about it. We can't stop beholding its beauty.The packaging was great, too. May the Most-Holy Theotokos quickly hears your prayers and protects you!

Quick to Hear

I cannot speak highly enough about the quality and craftsmanship of Athonite icons. Panagia Gorgoepikoos is an extremely special icon for my famil and not easy to find. Indeed,“She who is quick to hear” is a blessing for all. Thank you, Athonite Icons for bringing the Holy Mountain to us.

Holy Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos

All of Athonite icons are of superior quality. The 22 Karate gold leaf is lovely, rich and warm. I wanted to buy all of them when I saw the exhibit at our festival. However, I already had a wall full of icons and barely room for one more.

I spotted a small icon which I had read about and heard this icon had preformed many miracles. I especially liked that this icon was given the name
“She Who Is Quick to Hear”. Since I have an impatient nature, and I thought of one more place to set her so my prayers might be heard, I took her home with me.

Thank you Angelica for helping me with my purchase. Your knowledge of the many icons helped me find the perfect addition to my collection.

May God Bless your entire family!
Vicki

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Our most popular dimensions are pictured, to scale.

Icon Styles

Depending on the size and theme, Holy Icons are available in both Recessed and Level styles.

recessed

The groove in our recessed icons adds depth to the Iconography, making the icon even more dramatic and impressive. In order to keep the relative proportions, the depth of the groove changes with the size of the Holy Icon.

Level

Level icons allow the Iconography to retain its boldness even in smaller sizes. As such most of our level icons have smaller dimensions.

Backside Details

Backside details vary with icon size and serve to ensure that your Holy Icon will stand the test of time.

Solid wooden icons of larger dimensions are prone to bending and damaging as time passes. Fortunately, our Holy Icons are supported by two additional, horizontal wooden protective panels on the backside. These panels bolster the icon and allow it to sustain its shape, ensuring that your Holy Icon will remain in its original, pristine condition as it is passed down from generation to generation.

Icons of smaller dimensions are naturally sustainable over time, and experience less structural stress. As such, you will find that the backside of smaller Holy Icons is flat and proportional to their shape.

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