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In all historical times, the Christian people needed faith like air. With her, the Orthodox experienced dashing times and illnesses.

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She helped to survive hunger and survive on the battlefield. With faith and hope for centuries, people went to God's temples for help, protection and blessing.

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What icons should be in the house

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It has been a custom in Russia to attend divine services on Sundays and holy holidays since the hoary antiquity. Temple paintings on biblical themes and rich iconostasis created a unique aura of holiness in great cathedrals and small churches.

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Christian traditions through the prism of modernity

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Modern realities are such that not every conscientious person can easily observe the traditions of Christianity that have developed over the centuries. Many hours of presence in churches for prayers, participation in the procession of the cross does not fit into the eventful, eventful life. The believer does not have time at all to stop, think and realize what is happening.

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Sometimes from overwork there is an urgent need to open up, pour out the soul. Business laws do not recommend this. But the exhausted ego seeks an outlet and help. Like a bird in a narrow cage, it needs care and guidance. Turning to the origins of true faith helps to restore lost strength, make the right decisions, both in business and in family life.

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Do you need icons in the house?

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It is possible to be under the vigilant constant protection of the Almighty, to be guided by the instructions of the saints thanks to the icons correctly placed in a person's own dwelling. But do not mistakenly believe that the more images of holy images in the house, the better for the owners.

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Size and quantity do not play any role in this matter. The unwise use of a large number of icons, paintings of the corresponding theme and church wall calendars can sometimes have the opposite adverse effect on others.

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However, the necessary icons must be used in every home. For a true believer, an icon is the embodiment of saints in material images. The creation of icon painting is strikingly different from portrait images.

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They capture holiness, purity and chastity in every stroke and in every line. Icons in the home are used for solitary prayers and confessions. In many families that keep the traditions of true Christianity, holy images are carefully passed on from fathers to children. Bright faces are able to unite different generations. To soften the hearts of the embittered, to revive the magnanimous.

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What to avoid when posting icons

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Increasingly, in the modern world, the place of shrines in the house is taken by a TV and a computer. In recent years, the importance of spirituality and family traditions has fallen sharply. And yet, young people often have questions about the value of prayer at home, about the importance of holy images, about how to properly hang icons in the house.

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Priests are encouraged to place icons on the eastern side of the house in the "red corner". There should be a large free space in front of the iconostasis in order to facilitate access to the shrine. Icons are installed on the iconostasis in accordance with the church hierarchy on a separate shelf. They decorate the place of prayer with fresh flowers, embroidered towels and openwork napkins. During the annual church holiday "Palm Sunday", branches of the consecrated willow are laid.

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In order to avoid trouble, you cannot have the attributes of the modern hungry world nearby: TV, game consoles, music center, computer. It is forbidden to put phones, money and house keys on the shelf with icons. On the walls adjacent to the "front corner", posters with images of sports and show business idols, calendars with photographs of models and politicians are not hung.

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Placing the idols of cruel reality on the same level with holy icons will not go unnoticed. The formation of a home iconostasis on bookshelves is not allowed. Not infrequently, the content of the books on display sharply contradicts the centuries-old Christian idea of ​​love and mercy. You should not mix the attributes of the ritual sense with such interior items as wall tapestries, graffiti, sculptures.

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What images of saints must be kept in the house

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For any Orthodox family, the main icon in the house is the image of Jesus Christ. For home use, it is enough to install a half-length image of the Savior. An important feature of such icon painting is the recreation of the image of the blessing hand of the Lord. In many icons, Jesus appears as the Executor of human destinies. Therefore, the image of the Lord Almighty is assigned one of the main places in any iconostasis - on the right.

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It is customary to place the icon of the Virgin on the left of the main image. A feature of the iconography of this theme is the contact of the bright faces of the Virgin and the baby Jesus. The inspired drawing of the Mother of God, filled with endless love, symbolizes the continuous connection between heaven and earth, evokes a feeling of inner trembling awe. The Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God is the most famous among the icons of the "Tenderness" type. On the icons painted according to the type of "Hodegetria" ("The Guide"), the parent points to the Savior with a gesture of her free right hand. The most revered among such images is the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God.

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The icon of the Holy Trinity (Father and Son and Holy Spirit) is the main part of the "red corner". This image serves as the most famous symbol of unbreakable unity. Reflecting the highest degree of piety, this threefold image has earned endless love and veneration in Orthodoxy.

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If there is enough "usable space", you can organize a home altar in 2 levels. Observing the church hierarchy, the image of the holy prophet Elijah, the chief apostles Peter and Paul, the archangels Gabriel and Michael is often placed below. The image of Nicholas the Pleasure must be complemented by every Orthodox iconostasis. Among the common people, Saint Nicholas was revered as a miracle worker.

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A properly composed family iconostasis should be installed in the front corner of the dining room or on the frontal place in the hall. Daily gratitude for the food and shelter provided during family meals and dinners will serve to revive Christian traditions and spiritual values. Directly in the kitchen, it makes sense to place the well-known image of The Last Supper. Free access to the face of the Mentor and Patron will contribute to the formation of the need for personal communication among young people.

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Holy face for everyone

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They say that having many children in a family is a blessing of God. For young adolescents of different sexes, holy icons of a separate content are intended.

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Lucky girls

In the girl's room, there must certainly be an image of Xenia of Petersburg. They pin their hopes and hopes on it in determining the best life. In due time, she comes to the aid of desperate girls and women. Helps them get married safely.

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Recently, a peasant tradition has been reviving in Russia to annually celebrate Valentine's Day - the holiday of Peter and Fevronya. The icon of lovers is a reliable patroness of legal marriage and warm family relationships. Their unbreakable union is an example of eternal values ​​- mutual love and respect, great wisdom and patience.

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The number of worshipers of the holy blessed Matrona of Moscow is growing every year. For the suffering, she is the wisest guardian of the basic sacred values ​​and the merciful patroness of numerous lonely hearts. For those who turn to her with deep faith and pure thoughts, she helps to form a strong family and rewards the desperate with the long-awaited happiness of motherhood.

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Boys for prudence

In the boys' room there is usually an icon of the famous holy great martyr George the Victorious, who is considered the patron saint of the army. She acts as a kind of shield, both for the house and for its inhabitants. Her aura is indispensable for guys preparing for military service. This image is presented as a gift to a baby during the performance of the ordinance of baptism.

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For the purpose of instruction, children are often given the image of St. Andrew the First-Called. He is the generally recognized patron of the Russian land. Turning to it contributes to an increase in the craving for knowledge, instills a love of work, fosters a sense of respect for older generations.

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The icon with the face of the blessed prince Alexander Nevsky equally protects both generals and privates. Strengthens the fortitude, promotes physical development and self-esteem. Serves as a convincing historical figure to be emulated today.

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A holy place should not be empty

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For simplicity and accessibility to the images, they can be installed on a separate shelf in the front corner of the children's room or placed on a free wall in accordance with the previously described recommendations.

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It is customary to put the image of the Guardian Angel of the child at the head of the bed. A reliable patron and protector is given at birth to each person. They turn to him at the moment of impending danger and in times of doubt. It is not uncommon to install personalized children's icons in the room on special stands.

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They are intended for each tomboy personally, as they correspond to the name of the owner. Adults hope that such defenders and patrons will help in the correct upbringing of the younger generation, protect them from many troubles and misfortunes.

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Delight for the sick and the weak

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Often in large families, a separate room is set aside for older parents. There, wise old people who have lived a long, sometimes difficult life, arrange their own, close and dear to them things. In the first place among them are always pious and often ancient icons.

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Confirming loyalty to Christian traditions with their actions and thoughts, the fathers decided the fate of their children and grandchildren in accordance with the requirements of the faith. But now the time has come to present the parents with the canonized image of the holy great martyr and worldly healer Panteleimon.

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The Christian holy healer without reward does not leave without due attention human requests for healing. Heals not only bodily ailments, but also revives the soul. Since time immemorial, he has been a well-known patron saint of all true doctors and suffering patients. You can install an icon with the face of a saint in the eastern corner of the room, surrounded by the appropriate church attributes.

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Where to get true icons

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In order not to be mistaken when acquiring items that are so necessary for the home, purchases should be made in church shops at churches, at often organized Orthodox exhibitions-fairs. In such locations, there is a wide variety of related products.

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The rich church decoration of the premises is conducive to tranquility and tranquility. In the design of holy images, color embossing is most often used. To create a status attribute included in the large iconostasis, expensive gold embossing is used. Here you can also buy icon cases - special boxes with glass for careful storage and use of the icon.

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In the attribute shops, specialists who know Orthodoxy well will gladly give detailed advice. They will help you make informed choices in accordance with your life situation. When buying an icon, it is necessary to check for the presence of a special stamp, indicating that this icon has received lighting. It is worth paying attention to whether the text of the offered prayer is included in the kit. It is very convenient for home use.

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It is easy to communicate with God, having the necessary icons in the house, placed in accordance with Christian foundations. Exalting daily gratitude to the Almighty, every believer has the right to count on love, care and guidance on the true path.

Can I put icons in the bedroom? Many people ask themselves this question. Each person has an individual home iconostasis.

For his home, a believer chooses icons on his own, listening only to the voice of his heart, only it decides to which Saint to direct daily prayers. But when choosing icons, you should make sure that they correspond to the manner of execution and style of the room. The article will tell you how to do it yourself.

The veneration of icons is the worship of the prototype. Looking at the icon, a person sees in it the Savior Himself, the Mother of God or the saints.

These sacred images should be given the appropriate reverence for the shrine. In the church, Orthodox people lay candles, icon lamps, kiss sacred images in front of icons.

When worshiping in front of the icons:

• Frankincense or incense is smoked.
• They pray.
• Prayers are being sung.
• Religious processions are performed with them.

In the home of an Orthodox Christian, there should be an appropriate attitude towards icons.

The place where the images are located is called:

• Red corner.
• Front corner.
• Holy corner.
• Kyoto.
• Goddess.
• By the nod.

In the house, first of all, you should have such icons as:

• Savior.
• Mother of God.
• Especially revered shrines.
• Name icons, which include the patron saints of all family members, holidays. The image of the Savior should be placed to the right of the one standing, and the face of the Virgin - to the left.

Icons should be placed in a separate place from other things.

You cannot install them:

• In bookcases where books of a secular nature are placed that are contrary to Christianity and have nothing to do with Orthodox truths.
• On the shelves, where there are photographs of loved ones, especially the dead.
• Where toys, figurines are located, do not mix icons with decorative elements.
• Next to the posters of pop singers, athletes, politicians and other idols of the current century.
• There should not be any artistic pictures, even written on biblical subjects, such as:

1. "The Appearance of Christ to the People";
2. "Sistine Madonna".

Advice: It is not allowed to see photos of priests, monks, elders, people who lead a righteous life among the icons.

How to choose the right place for icons

In the house, icons can be placed in any room, not excluding the bedroom.

In the nursery, it is advisable to arrange:

• A measured icon, the height of which corresponds to the height of the child at birth.
• Personal.
• The image of the Savior.
• Guardian angel.

The icon must be present without fail. The price of the image is low, and the result is the spiritual education of the child.

Instructions for placing icons suggest:

• Install them on the east side of the room. It can be a corner or a wall.

Advice: At prayer, a person should face east, like the altar in an Orthodox church. Icons should also be placed on the eastern wall of the room.

• You can place the faces of the saints on the right opposite the entrance to the room.
• For a children's bedroom, icons are placed in front of the child's eyes when he wakes up or falls asleep, in front of the bed, which will become a reminder and a call to pray, refer to the prototype, and thank.
• In the corridor, the image is hung to the right of the front door or above it.

Images are relevant here:

• Cover.
• Seven-shot.
• Oranta.

How the scriptures are placed

After determining the location of the icons, you must:

• Install there a shelf-icon case, which is a special cabinet or a glazed shelf designed to protect icons from accidental mechanical damage, dust or dirt. The kyot allows you to keep the face of the saint in more benign conditions, where the icons are less susceptible to negative effects from changes in temperature and humidity of the surrounding air.
• It is better to place the shelf slightly higher above eye level or directly at the level.
• Images of saints are placed on a shelf or hung on the wall, if there are quite a few of them.
• It is better to cover the bottom of the shelf with embroidery or put a beautiful white linen or blanket.
• On the left should be the Icon of the Mother of God, and on the right - the image of the Savior, as provided for by the classic iconostasis.
• The following options are also allowed:

1. above all in the center, place the image of the Savior;
2. on the left, you can put the icon of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, John the Baptist;
3. on the right is the face of the Mother of God.

All these icons can be combined in one, which is called Jesus Christ the King of Glory.

• Only the Crucifixion or the icon of the Holy Trinity can be placed above the composition of images.
• Archangel Gabriel is located near the face of John the Baptist. And near the image of the Mother of God is the Archangel Michael.

There may be other saints in the iconostasis:

• Nicholas the Wonderworker.
• Panteleimon.
• Peter Paul.

Advice: You should always remember the principle of hierarchy: no saint can be placed above the icons of the Savior, the Holy Trinity, the Mother of God and the apostles.

• On the sides and slightly below, you can put images related to nominal, family or hereditary.
• It is advisable to crown the home iconostasis with an Orthodox cross.
• Before starting the prayer, it is advisable to light a candle or an icon lamp, and then hang it up in front of the faces of the saints. A burning candle denotes a symbol of a person's burning to God, his prayer.
• It is customary to embellish the holy corner with embroidery or put fresh flowers in it. You can do the embroidery for decoration yourself.

Many believe that icons cannot be placed in the bedchamber - this is the most intimate room in the dwelling. But this is absolutely not the case.

Intimacy between spouses is not considered a sin, so you can safely place the holy scriptures in the bedroom. But you should know that images are placed only at the head of the bed. The video in this article will show you how to do this.

If the bedroom of a couple who is not married, this is considered a sin that cannot be hidden from God even without placing icons in the room. God is omnipresent, he always sees everything, and not through images. You can safely place images of saints in the bedroom and pray!

The seven-arrow icon depicts the Mother of God, at which seven arrows or swords are directed. Sometimes they are located three on the right and left and one below, sometimes three on one side, four on the other. In another way, the shrine is called "Simeon's prophecy", or "Softening of evil hearts."

The seven-arrow icon is one of the most revered images of the Virgin Mary in Orthodoxy. There are different beliefs about her. For example, it is believed that the icon should be hung above the front door or opposite it. They say that then the shrine will protect the house from thieves and ill-wishers.

Questions about where to hang the seven-arrow icon in the house can be heard either from people who have just converted to the Christian faith, or from those who do not understand the essence of the images of saints. We need to figure out what the Mother of God, shown with arrows pointing at her, means. It is important to understand what an icon is in general.

Icon is not an idol

Due to illiteracy, many believe that the icon is a kind of talisman, which in itself thinks, protects, punishes, and requires worship. Christians were “infected” with such understandings even before the baptism of Rus, when the pagan faith prevailed throughout the entire territory.

The Lord said: "Do not make yourself an idol." For many, icons are idols that they turn to as a remedy for all misfortunes.

Images of saints are not talismans. By themselves, the images do not mean anything, they only show us the appearance of this or that saint. In prayer, we turn not to the icon, but to the one who is depicted on it, so that he interceded for us before the Lord.

Also, the image will not save you from this or that problem. They say that Seven-shot will soften an evil heart, relieve sinful thoughts. In fact, it will only serve as a reminder to fight bad thoughts. Seeing the icon and understanding its symbolism, a person can really get rid of anger, envy, despondency, remembering that this is a sin. But there is no need to wait for the image to do something for you. God is ready to help everyone, but how to help someone who does nothing?

The above does not negate the fact that icons need to be respected. They cannot be mixed with household items, posters, non-church calendars, or placed on bookshelves with secular literature. For a home iconostasis, you need to select a separate corner, in which there will only be images of saints, candles, the Book of Books and other Christian writings.

What does the seven-shot image mean?

One of the names of the icon is "Simeon's Prophecy". Simeon was the priest of the temple where the Virgin Mary brought the baby for baptism. It was this man who saw in Jesus the son of God. Then the Virgin Mary realized that her son was doomed to suffer during his earthly life. How many feelings will boil in a mother who will understand that her son will not have a happy, in the usual earthly interpretation, life? Such suffering is difficult to imagine.

The seven-arrow icon is interpreted in several ways:

• Seven swords or arrows are like seven sinful feelings that threaten every soul. The Virgin Mary went through a huge number of trials in her life. She, like a mother, suffered with her son throughout her earthly life. But all the same, the Mother of God remained faithful to the Lord, coped with all the threats to her soul. Hence one of the names - "Softening of Evil Hearts", that is, deliverance from sinful thoughts and feelings.
• The number seven in the Christian faith means abundance, fullness. Arrows or swords symbolize suffering. The image reminds of the sufferings suffered by the Mother of God during her lifetime. Having seen the shrine, a Christian should think: “Are my problems really that bad? Is it really worse than with me, nothing could happen? "

The value of an icon is in what it symbolizes. Of course, there are miraculous images. These are icons, which the saints depicted on them watch especially, respond more quickly to prayers uttered in front of them. But the most important factor is the sincerity of prayer and true faith in God.

Where is the best place to hang an icon?

The place of Seven Arrows, like any other image of the Virgin Mary, is on the home iconostasis, near the icon of the Savior. You can hang it over the door, in the baby's room, or anywhere else if the shower requires it. If the Mother of God protects the house, watches over it, then she will be able to protect it even if there is not a single icon of it in the dwelling. And if the purchase of an image of a saint is the only thing that has been done on the spiritual path, it will not help.

Prayers help to survive grief, illness. After the era of communism, centuries-old knowledge was largely lost by people, and now those who have returned to the faith need knowledge. The images of saints are intended not only to decorate the home, their purpose is to protect and protect. To do this, you need to know where the icons should be in the apartment.

What are icons in the house for?

In the frantic pace of modern life, not everyone has time to attend church services every day, or even every week. In defense and help of the Lord man needs every minute. This is possible due to the correct placement of the home prayer iconostasis. How to arrange the icons correctly is more important than their number.

Image size also doesn't matter. For a deeply religious person, the faces of the saints are the material embodiment of the Divine image. Icons are very different from photographs and portraits. They reflect serenity, serenity, kindness, compassion, purity to every stroke.

The faces of the saints in the home iconostasis

The icon is a window into house of god, and the goddess is the place where the day of the true believer begins and ends. In the home of an Orthodox Christian, there must be an icon of Jesus Christ and a prayer cross. The rest of the images are selected based on personal needs and desires.

How to choose the right place for red corner in an apartment in order to preserve the aura and tune in to prayer - the necessary information for every believer. If the layout allows, then it is advisable to highlight the southeast corner in the room, access should be free and not cluttered. It is customary to pray facing the rising sun. It is important to know how to properly hang icons in an apartment, observing the accepted hierarchy:

1. There should always be an icon of the Savior in the center. Above it can only be the cross and the Holy Trinity (Father and Son and Holy Spirit).
2. On the right, it is required to place the face of the Most Holy Theotokos, then place her other images a little to the side.
3. On the left is the obligatory holy image of John the Baptist.

Particular attention is paid to. It is believed that if you hang it over front door, then she will protect from bad intentions entering the house, protect from quarrels and scandals. And opposite the entrance, you need to place the Holy Trinity in order to clear the unkind thoughts of the guest.

The iconostasis can be made from one shelf, side table or simply hang on the wall. It is allowed to decorate the holy corner with fresh flowers, towels, candles and lamps. And it is also advisable to put each face on a festive napkin. First of all, it should be remembered that the most important thing in prayer is its sincerity and faith in God. It is important not only to decorate the interior of the "front corner" beautifully.

Shelf with holy images in the kitchen

It is useful to place faces of saints in the kitchen... Prayer before eating should be an integral part of life. Gratitude for food and welfare to the Lord God is natural for a Christian. Care should be taken that dirt and kitchen grease do not get on the icon; it is better to remove it behind glass in a cabinet or put it on a shelf on the wall opposite the stove. You can place an image of the Last Supper to match the theme.

Guardian angel in the children's room

When there are many children in a family or one - this is always joy and blessing... The icon of the Mother of God at the head of the baby's bed in the bedroom will protect his sleep and calm him down. The face of the guardian angel, whose name a person was named after at baptism, will always help in life. Depending on the gender and age of the child, the following images are suitable:

1. For a girl - or Matrona of Moscow. They help to find happiness, escape from loneliness and successfully get married.
2. For the boy - the image of St. George the Victorious for protection and courage. The icon of Andrew the Primordial will teach you to be polite to elders, contributes to the development of the mind. The image of Alexander Nevsky will patronize athletes and the military.

How it is impossible to place the faces of saints

Do it right home iconostasis, remove unsuitable objects from the environment - this is what a true Christian should do. There are no canons prohibiting hanging an image of a saint in front of a mirror, but priests do not recommend doing this in order not to be distracted from prayer. To preserve the power of images, church leaders do not recommend:

The opinions of the ministers of the church about whether it is possible to sleep with their feet to the icon are different. But, in general, there is nothing wrong with this, if it was not done for the sake of blasphemy. This will only give an extra reason, looking at the face of the saint, to pray.

How many images are in the house does not matter as much as the order in which they are placed. The icon, prayed for for decades, passed down from generation to generation, is a real relic for the family. It must be taken care of and carefully cleaned of dust. Where the icons should be located in the house is a very serious question, and it should be approached carefully. Peace of mind the family largely depends on this. The holy image is not just a beautiful picture, it is the face of a person who once lived on earth and remained loyal to God. Every icon is designed to direct you on the right path, to tune your feelings to humility and prayer.

Orthodox believers often ask themselves the question - is it possible to hang icons over the front door? Of course, the canons of the Orthodox Church allow this to be done. But, here it is very important to understand that an icon is not a talisman that will protect your home from ill-wishers. The icon at the entrance to the house may be necessary so that everyone who sees it, remembers the name of God and can turn to the holy image with prayer, thank the higher powers for their help and ask for intercession. The icon is, first of all, your helper in order to tune in to prayer and turn to God or the saints, as well as revive the hope for God's help and the successful resolution of a particular request.

What icons are usually hung over the front door

What is the best icon to hang above or opposite the front door in the house? To do this, you can choose almost any Christian image, but among them there are the most often found in the homes of Orthodox believers.

We list them below:

Savior Not Made by Hands (Savior on Ubrus)

This icon of Jesus Christ is quite often found opposite the front door in Christian homes. According to legend, this face appeared as an imprint on a handkerchief, after the Savior wiped his face with it and it is believed that it is he who is most similar to the true image of Jesus Christ.

In Russia, this icon was often found not only above the door at the entrance to the house, but also at the gates at the entrance to churches, the entrance to monasteries and cities. And it was found for the first time in a small depression above the gates of the city of Edessa.

The placement of the icon "Savior on Ubrus" over the front door is very symbolic, because the Savior himself says to himself: "I am the door: whoever enters by Me will be saved" (John 10: 9). Thus, emphasizing that the path to salvation lies through Him.

The seven-arrow icon of the Mother of God (Softening of Evil Hearts)

Before this image, it is customary to ask the Mother of God to soften the hearts of the household, to grant peace and tranquility in the family, a warm and sincere atmosphere in the house, as well as to protect the hearth from enemies and ill-wishers.

More often, the Seven-arrow icon is hung opposite the front door, so that everyone who enters the house meets the Mother of God with his gaze first, and all evil thoughts leave him.

"Impenetrable door" icon of the Mother of God

This icon, even by its name, reminds us of the intercession of the Mother of God. Truly She is an impassable door for any evil, enemies, ill-wishers. Found more than 800 years ago in one of their Christian churches, this icon remains intact to this day, despite the fact that the temple itself is almost destroyed.

The "impassable door" reminds us that by turning with prayer to the Mother of God, we can always receive help in our faith, ward off troubles and troubles from ourselves and our loved ones.

Guardian Angel Icon

The Guardian Angel is God's messenger who brings His love and protection to earth and protects you and your home from troubles and troubles. An icon with his image, placed above or opposite the front door, will always remind you of your Angel and call for a prayer appeal to him.

He, like a Guiding Star, will always guide you and direct you only to godly deeds and thoughts, accompany you on the road and take evil away from you and your home.

Icons for placement at the front door in stock and to order

You can purchase an icon to be placed near the front door in our “Creating Heritage” icon painting workshop. We will be happy to make an Orthodox image for you to order or offer ready-made icons from stock. Each such icon (whether it was painted individually for you or not) is a genuine work of art, one of a kind.

Our icon painters belong to the Vladimir school of Orthodox icon painting, which at all times, from Ancient Rus to this day, was considered the largest, oldest and most revered in our country. The brushes of our artists belong to thousands of icons, which are now carefully kept in churches and houses around the world.

You can purchase an icon in our workshop, which will become an invaluable gift for any Orthodox Christian, as well as for many years it will patronize your home or the home of your loved ones.

Ordering an icon is simple:

• Choose the image that you need;
• Contact us by phone, email or by submitting an online application:
• We will call you back and agree on the desired plot and signature;
• From 2 weeks to 3 months (depending on the complexity of the plot and the technique of execution), the icon painter will work on the image;
• Upon completion of the work, the image will be consecrated in the temple (in the Vladimir region), and you can take part in this bright event;
• After that, you can pick up the finished icon in person, or we will deliver it to you by mail anywhere in Russia or the world.

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How to correctly mark the icon near the door

You can learn about the general rules for placing icons in the house from the video:

Depending on where you plan to hang the icon - opposite or above the front door, you will also see it when entering or leaving the house. Therefore, the prayers will, most likely, be about different things - if you have just come home, then it can be aimed at gratitude to God and higher powers about the past day and at asking for peace of mind in the house. And, conversely, if you leave home - to receive a blessing on the road and help from higher powers in the upcoming affairs and troubles.