Sorrowful Mother (Mater Dolorosa) - Icon Holy Card

The icon of the Sorrowful Mother is a synthesis of several traditional icon motifs. This scene is taken from the account of the Passion (see Mt 27:57-61, Mk 15:46, Lk 23:50-53, Jn 19:38-40). We can all identify with the grief of the Blessed Virgin as she cradles her son and Our Lord in her arms. The piercing red background reminds us of Christ’s sacrifice, while the cross stands in triumph as the instrument of His defeat over death.
Size: 3 x 5