Panagia Nikopoios

Panagia Nikopoios

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The Icon of the Mother of God "Nikopoios" (meaning Bringer of Victory) is associated with the Byzantine Emperor Heraclius 7^th c, who chose the Theotokos and the Christ Child as his protectors. This icon was later also associated with other Christian wars and victories.

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In this icon the Holy Mother of God is depicted half-body and from a frontal view. She holds the Christ-Child with both hands in front of Her chest, while holding His baby cloth in her left hand. Christ's halo features three precious stones, each denoting one of the persons of the Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The scroll in His left hand symbolizes the Word of God and also represents the New Testament.

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