Russian Nesting Dolls Set - Resurrection of Christ, Virgin of Kazan & Vladimir Icons - 7 Inch Hand-Painted Religious Collectible Gift for Easter, Christmas & Home Decor

Resurrection of Christ Jesus Russian Icon Dolls Virgin of Kazan Vladimir 7 Inch, Religious Gift Hand made in Russia Description: ~ OUTER DOLL - Icon of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and Angels. Christ bursting victorious from the tomb grants us eternal life - "CHRIST IS RISEN FROM THE DEAD AND BY HIS DEATH HE TRAMPLED DEATH GIVING LIFE TO ALL OF THOSE IN THE TOMB!" ~ DOLL NUMBER 2 – Our Lady Of Kazan one of the most beloved icons of the Virgin in Eastern Christianity. The Theotokos of Kazan is known for her “protection” today and throughout Russian history. ~ DOLL NUMBER 3. Our Lady of Vladimir - The Virgin of Vladimir is the most venerated icon in all Russia and has escaped many fires and plunderers. The Virgin is shown inclined in an attitude of contemplation while the Child rests on her arm with His cheek against hers. This attitude expresses not so much the maternal tenderness of Mary as her power to elicit tenderness in her Son as she intercedes with Him for the human race. Her eyes look neither toward the Child, nor at the viewer, but rather inward to the heart of God and outward to the heart of the world. Her feast day is June 3. ~ DOLL NUMBER 4. GUARDIAN ANGEL. Man is created “in the image of God” therefore according to a Jewish tradition each of us has angels surrounding crying “Make way for the image of God.” Christian tradition teaches us from the moment of conception each of us is given a Guardian Angel – this angel is our constant companion throughout our life until we appear at the last judgment. Our Guardian Angel guides us in our actions and constantly implores God for His mercy. In the Russian tradition your birthday is referred to as your “Angel Day.” ~ DOLL NUMBER 5 CHRIST EMMANUEL/LOGOS This icon of a young Christ Child defines the meaning of the Incarnation – God Is With Us God became man. Christ is portrayed as a beardless youth. The source of the icon is associated with the prophecy of Isaiah.The icon was soon adopted by the

~ OUTER DOLL - Icon of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and Angels. Christ bursting victorious from the tomb grants us eternal life - "CHRIST IS RISEN FROM THE DEAD AND BY HIS DEATH HE TRAMPLED DEATH GIVING LIFE TO ALL OF THOSE IN THE TOMB!" ~ DOLL NUMBER 2 – Our Lady Of Kazan one of the most beloved icons of the Virgin in Eastern Christianity. The Theotokos of Kazan is known for her “protection” today and throughout Russian history.

DOLL NUMBER 3. Our Lady of Vladimir - The Virgin of Vladimir is the most venerated icon in all Russia and has escaped many fires and plunderers. The Virgin is shown inclined in an attitude of contemplation while the Child rests on her arm with His cheek against hers. This attitude expresses not so much the maternal tenderness of Mary as her power to elicit tenderness in her Son as she intercedes with Him for the human race.

DOLL NUMBER 4. GUARDIAN ANGEL. Man is created “in the image of God” therefore according to a Jewish tradition each of us has angels surrounding crying Make way for the image of God.

~ DOLL NUMBER 5 CHRIST EMMANUEL/LOGOS This icon of a young Christ Child defines the meaning of the Incarnation – “God Is With Us!” God became man. Christ is portrayed as a beardless youth. The source of the icon is associated with the prophecy of Isaiah.The icon was soon adopted by the Russian Church showing the Mother of God as the “inexhaustible source of grace and spiritual joy for her children.

Rare Nesting Doll Set - perfect for home altar - 7 inch Tall x 3 1/2 inch wide - Religious Easter Christmas Gift Idea - High Quality Russian Nesting Dolls