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Holy Archangel Gabriel

A canonical bust-length icon of Holy Archangel Gabriel — the bearer of Divine mysteries and a heavenly messenger. The icon is painted in a traditional Byzantine style. The face of the Archangel is distinguished by deep meekness, humility, and prayerful focus. The bright golden halo and gilded hair with fluttering ribbons (toroki) symbolize unceasing service to God and hearing ever attentive to the Divine will. A red precious stone upon his brow marks his anointing and high archangelic rank. Archangel Gabriel brought the Virgin Mary the glad tidings of the Savior's birth. Prayer before his image brings good news, hope, and comfort. Believers pray to the saint for the gift of children, a safe pregnancy, the protection of infants, and the strengthening of peace within the family. Gabriel guides onto the right path, helping to make sound decisions and attain mental clarity in difficult moments of life.