Unveiling Our Lady of Ilige: The Syriac Heart of the Maronite Church скачать в хорошем качестве

Unveiling Our Lady of Ilige: The Syriac Heart of the Maronite Church

In this special deep-dive episode of the Rosary Team Podcast, we explore one of the most treasured icons in the Maronite world: Our Lady of Ilige, also known as Our Lady of the Maronites. ( ܡܳܪܰܬ݂ ܐܺܝܠܺܝܓ̱ ) Drawing on Syriac iconography, ancient liturgical heritage, and centuries of ecclesial history, this episode uncovers the profound symbolism contained within this tenth-century masterpiece. We journey through: The origins of the icon at the ancient patriarchal Church of Ilige in Jabal Lebanon The Maronite Church’s unbroken Antiochene lineage and its continued use of Aramaic The 20th-century restoration that peeled away Latinized layers to reveal the pure Syriac aesthetic The icon’s deep theological vocabulary — from Mary as Ark and Throne to Christ’s blessing hand declaring the Chalcedonian formula The spiritual meaning of the colors, halos, and the three stars symbolizing Mary’s perpetual virginity Saint Ephrem’s Syriac poetry and the gentle, transparent majesty that defines this Marian image This episode is more than art history — it’s a rediscovery of identity, heritage, and incarnational theology expressed through sacred imagery. To explore artwork inspired by this tradition, including plaques of Our Lady of Elige, visit: 👉 https://holyrosary.team/collections/m...