The Kazan Icons of the Mother of God: Reverence and History

Today we remember the Kazan Icons of the Mother of God, held in great reverence across Russia, especially in Kazan, Saint Petersburg, and Moscow. These icons have been a source of comfort, healing, and protection for the faithful through many trials. The story of the Kazan Icon includes its miraculous discovery after a fire in Kazan, its role in historic victories, and its veneration in magnificent cathedrals. Though the original icon disappeared in the early 20th century, its legacy continues in the icons preserved in these great cities.Support the show