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Heavenly Ladder of Saint John Climacus, 12th century
Heavenly Ladder of Saint John Climacus, 12th century. Found in the Collection of Saint Catherines Monastery, Mount Sinai, Egypt
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Media ID 15039892
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Anchorite Ascetic Byzantine Art Byzantine Icon Byzantium Dream Ladder Faith Hermit Icon Icon Painting Ladder Monk Mount Sinai Orthodox Church Saints Tempera On Panel
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the sacred realm of the Heavenly Ladder with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Inspired by a 12th-century illustration from the Collection of Saint Catherine's Monastery, Mount Sinai, Egypt, these cards feature the renowned Heavenly Ladder of Saint John Climacus. Each card showcases the intricate details and rich colors of this ancient masterpiece, transporting you to a time of spiritual reflection and devotion. Perfect for expressing heartfelt sentiments on special occasions or simply to brighten someone's day, our Heavenly Ladder greeting cards are a unique and thoughtful choice for those seeking a touch of history and inspiration in their correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the "Heavenly Ladder of Saint John Climacus" a remarkable 12th-century painting found in the esteemed Collection of Saint Catherine's Monastery, nestled on Mount Sinai in Egypt. The artwork, created using tempera on panel, is an exquisite example of Byzantine art and holds great significance within Christianity. Depicting a profound spiritual journey, the image portrays a monk ascending towards heaven on a celestial ladder. This symbolic ladder represents the path to divine ascent and serves as a visual representation of Saint John Climacus' teachings outlined in his renowned work, "The Ladder of Divine Ascent". Saint John Climacus was an ascetic hermit who devoted his life to solitary contemplation and prayer. His writings became influential among Orthodox Christians seeking spiritual enlightenment. Through this painting, we are transported into his mystical world where faith intertwines with human longing for connection with God. The fine details and vibrant colors used by the skilled icon painter bring this ancient masterpiece to life. It invites viewers to reflect upon their own spiritual journey and contemplate the heights one can reach through devotion and faith. As we gaze at this extraordinary piece from Byzantium's rich artistic heritage, we are reminded of the enduring power that religious icons hold in inspiring believers across centuries.
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