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The Nativity of the Theotokos
Γέννησις τῆς Θεοτόκου
Feasts
14th century
Byzantine
Celebrated: September 8
About This Icon
The birth of the Virgin Mary to the righteous Joachim and Anna. The icon shows Anna reclining after the birth while attendants care for the newborn Mary. This feast celebrates the beginning of God's plan for the salvation of the world.
