Old Style Orthodox Icon: Smiling Mother of God of Bethlehem Novel These Mass Cards measure 4

These Mass Cards measure 4 7/8" by 6 3/4" and come in a box of 50

and continues to profoundly affect us in the present day

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Old Style Orthodox Icon: Smiling Mother of God of Bethlehem Novel These Mass Cards measure 4A traditional Orthodox icon of the Mother of God of Bethlehem, commonly referred to as the Smiling Mother of God due to the distinctive expression in this type. This image is associated with the Nativity and is venerated as a representation of the Theotokos (Mary) in a more personal, joyful and direct form, with the Christ Child depicted in close relationship to the viewer. Produced in Russia, the icon is mounted on a hand carved wooden panel, giving