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The Icon of the Mother of God: A Virgin Before and After Giving Birth

Today we remember the wonderworking Icon of the Mother of God known as “A Virgin Before and After Giving Birth.” This holy icon is kept at Saint Nicholas Monastery near Moscow and has been known for many miracles since the 19th century. The icon shows the Mother of God holding the Christ Child, both crowned, and carries a deep meaning connected to her perpetual virginity before, during, and after the birth of Christ. We will explore the history and significance of this icon and the miracles associated with it.

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