Wholesale Religious Tapestry-Theotokos (Mother of God)and Christ Child

This icon is commonly referred to as the Theotokos (Mother of God) and Christ Child , also known as the Virgin Mary and Infant Jesus in Christian traditions. Specifically, the Greek letters “MP” and “OY” above the Virgin Mary stand for Meter Theou (Mother of God), while “IC” and “XC” around Jesus are abbreviations for Jesus Christ . This style of iconography is central to Eastern Orthodox and Byzantine traditions and celebrates the deep bond between Mary and her son, Jesus. The term "Theotokos" means "God-bearer" or "Mother of God" in Greek. This title was officially affirmed at the Council of Ephesus in 431 AD to emphasize the divine nature of Jesus Christ from birth. The icon itself has roots in early Christian art, with some traditions attributing the first icon to Saint Luke the Evangelist , who is said to have painted the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. Polyester & Faux Silk -H: 16 in (hook to crosses) x W: 8 in