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Entry to Jerusalem

Entry to Jerusalem A typical element of Orthodox iconography is the children on a tree welcoming Christ with palm branches in their hands.

The Pentecost

The Pentecost In the middle is a crowned man, King Cosmos, representing the world that the Apostles set out to preach.

Dormition of the Virgin

Death of the Virgin In Orthodox iconography Christ holds the soul of His mother, which is shown as a baby. 

Harrowing of Hell

Harrowing of Hell In Orthodox iconography, Christ’s resurrection is usually shown as descending into the underworld to rescue the souls confined there.

The Crucifixion

The Crucifixion Christ is shown on the cross between the two thieves.

Saint Constantine

Saint Constantine Saint Constantine is holding part of the True Cross. The other half is held by his mother Helena carved on the opposite side of the cross.

Saint Helena

Saint Helena Saint Helena is holding part of the True Cross. The other half is held by her son Constantine carved on the opposite side of the cross.

Ox

Ox Symbol of Luke the Evangelist.