Maximov Icon of the Mother of God
Vladimir, Russia (1299)
The Maximov Icon of the Mother of God was painted in the year 1299 following her appearance to St Maximus, Metropolitan of Vladimir. A description of this vision was inscribed on the left side of his crypt.
The Mother of God appeared to St Maximus when he arrived in Vladimir from Kiev. In the vision, she said, “My servant Maximus, it is good that you have come to visit my city. Shepherd the flock of my city.”
The appearance of the Mother of God was a sign of approval for the transfer of the Metropolitan See from Kiev to Vladimir.
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Source: "365 Days with Mary" by Michael O'Neill
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