Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora

Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora – Mary Bearing the Holy Spirit

The Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora is a rare depiction of Mary as the Bride of the Holy Spirit. Mary is shown with serene features, dressed in a blue mantle, holding a white dove – the symbol of the Holy Spirit.

What does the Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora mean?

The Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora emphasizes Mary’s role as the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit and the one who brings Him to the faithful. The dove recalls the seven gifts of the Spirit: wisdom, counsel, fortitude, understanding, piety, knowledge, and fear of the Lord.

What role does the Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora play in prayer?

Believers use this icon especially in prayers for discernment, spiritual renewal, and the gifts of the Spirit. The Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora inspires openness to God’s grace and trust in Mary’s intercession.

This icon:

• encourages prayer for the Holy Spirit,

• supports discernment,

• strengthens faith and hope,

• is a sign of unity in the Church.

Why is the Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora a special gift?

It is a meaningful present for priests, catechists, religious communities, and anyone seeking the Spirit’s presence in daily life.

Patronage of Our Lady Pneumatophora

She is patroness of those praying for the Holy Spirit, for Church unity, for priests, and for seekers of peace of heart.

How is the Icon of Our Lady Pneumatophora made?

Crafted on linden wood, double-primed, gilded with metal leaf, printed with direct technology, and finished with hand varnishing.