Silver Pendant | Holy Mandilion and Theotokos of the 7 Swords

This beautiful double-sided pendant, crafted with deep attention to detail, combines refined craftsmanship with profound spiritual meaning.

The piece is available in two variations: classic 925 sterling silver for lovers of simplicity, or gold-plated silver for those who prefer a warm glow.

The compact size of the pendant makes it perfect for everyday wear.

Characteristics

Material: 925 sterling silver (with or without gold plating)

Front Image: Theotokos of the 7 Swords

Back Image: Holy Mandilion and inscriptions "ΙΣ ΧΣ ΝΙΚΑ" (Ἰησοῦς Χριστὸς νικᾷ, or "Jesus Christ Conquers"), "Κύριε Ιησού Χριστέ, ελέησόν με" (Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me)

Dimensions: 2,2x1,8 cm

Holy Mandilion

The Holy Mandilion (from Greek μανδύλιον "cloth, towel"), or the Image of Edessa, is one of the images not made by hands, through which Jesus Christ performed one of his many miracles:

In Edessa, in Mesopotamia, there once lived a king named Abgar, who suffered from an incurable disease, leprosy. His painter Ananias, who was traveling through Judea, heard about Christ and reported it to his master. The king gave the painter a letter to Jesus, asking Him to visit and heal him. Christ has declined king's invitation, but He did not refuse to help him. According to tradition, the Mandilion was a square or rectangle of cloth upon which Jesus Christ allowed His image to be imprinted and which He then sent to Abgar, after which Abgar was healed. The Mandilion has since been kept in Edessa as a great shrine.

Theotokos of the 7 Swords

The icon of the Theotokos with the seven swords is also called “The Prophecy of Symeon the Righteous” or “the Softener of Evil Hearts”. This is based on the prophecy of Saint Symeon the God-Bearer, who foretold the pain that the Mother of God would suffer in being separated from her beloved Son.

This icon used to be located in the bell tower of a church near the river Tosin. However, a man suffering many illnesses named Kantikov saw in a dream that he needed to find this icon and pray before it if he wished to become well. After much searching, Kantikov found the icon, cleaned it, venerated it and was healed. From that time, it has been considered a miracle-working icon. In addition, this icon is said to have streamed with tears on September 11, 2001 when the Twin Towers collapsed. Its feast day is the 13th of August.

Handmade on Mount Athos and sold by Metamorfosi (Athos Gifts). Ships from Greece within 5 business days, with US duties and taxes prepaid.