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Protection of the Holy Virgin

Protection of the Holy Virgin The Protection of the Holy Virgin, also known as the Feast of the Protection of the Mother of God, is a feast day in the Eastern Orthodox Church commemorating an event in the life of the Virgin Mary. According to tradition, the Holy Virgin appeared in the church of Blachernae in Constantinople, covering the faithful under her protective veil. This event is often depicted in icons of the Protection of the Holy Virgin, showing Mary standing with outstretched arms, surrounded by angels and covering those beneath her with her veil. The icon serves as a reminder of the intercessory role of the Virgin Mary in the lives of believers, offering her protection and prayers to all who seek her help. The Protection of the Holy Virgin is celebrated on October 1st in the Eastern Orthodox Church, and is a time for believers to honor and seek the intercession of the Mother of God. The feast day serves as a reminder of the importance of Mary in the life of the Church, and the belief in her constant protection and care for all her children.