By Iliana Airey They’re not only pieces of beautiful artwork but sacred images used in religious devotion. They’re representations of sacred personages or special events (often done through painting, wood carvings, or mosaics). Icons can be super helpful for many people (including myself) because they provide a visual representation of someone or something. I don’t know about you, but personally, I really like having something to look at when I’m praying. Whether that be Jesus on the Altar during Adoration, fixating on the Crucifix in the Chapel, or keeping photos of Saints in my room so I can be reminded every day that they’re always praying for me. Icons have a way of visualizing important events or Saints so that we can focus on them more intimately and on a deeper level. We’re not only thinking and focusing on them in our minds but also looking at them! Through this, we come to understand how God has worked through them and reflect on His majesty! This is one of my favourite icons. It truly depicts the beauty of when Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth and found out that she was also pregnant!
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