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Vladimir - detail - XIIth c. (Notes)
Mère de Dieu de Vladimir - détail - XIIe s. See large view in full screen window |
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| NOTES The Mother of God of Vladimir is one of the oldest icons of the type Eleousa. This Greek word is usually translated as Tenderness. A more accurate translation is Merciful Love. Also see Mother of God of Vladimir or Mère de Dieu de Vladimir |