Bethlehem Mother of God Icon Smiling Virgin Mary Orthodox Handmade Icon on Wood

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Size 12x15 cm (5”x6”) 23x30 cm (9"x12") 30x39 cm (12"x15")

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🕊️ Bethlehem Mother of God Icon – The Smiling Virgin

This handmade Orthodox icon is a heartfelt reproduction of the Bethlehem Mother of God, one of the most emotionally expressive and unique Marian icons in the Orthodox world. Painted in 19th-century Russia and gifted by the Romanov royal family to the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, the icon remains in the Holy Land — venerated by pilgrims from around the world.

Its most remarkable feature is the gentle, smiling face of the Virgin Mary, who usually appears solemn or sorrowful in iconography. In this image, she smiles tenderly at the Christ Child, who holds the Orb, a symbol of divine power and blesses with His right hand.

This icon belongs to the Hodegetria type — “She Who Shows the Way” — where the Theotokos directs the viewer toward Christ, the true Light and Savior.

📜 Historical & Spiritual Significance:

Created in the 1840s, likely as a diplomatic and spiritual gift to Orthodox Christians of the Holy Land
Placed near the Nativity Grotto in Bethlehem — the birthplace of Jesus
Associated with prayers for fertility, joy in the home, peace, and divine comfort
Especially venerated on August 28 (15), the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos

Mary’s smile is a sign of God’s loving presence, a silent message to all who suffer:

"Do not fear — God's love is with you."

🖼 Product Features

• Crafted on a premium wood icon panel
• Rich mineral pigment colors designed to last
• Protected with natural beeswax finish
• Ready to hang — metal hook included
• Hand-finished by Orthodox Christian artisans
• Solid yet lightweight panel, 1.6 cm thick

📏 Available Sizes

• Small – 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)
• Medium – 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)
• Large – 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)

🎁 Perfect For

• Meaningful Orthodox Christian gifts
• Housewarming and family blessings
• Prayer corners and devotional spaces
• Baptisms, name days, weddings, and feast days

🌍 Worldwide Delivery

Securely packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal with tracking.

✨ Crafted with Tradition

Each icon is carefully made by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal — created to become a lasting blessing for your home or a treasured gift for someone you love.

🕯️ Let the tender smile of the Theotokos bring peace, joy, and heavenly comfort into your home. A sacred reminder of the miracle of God With Us.

The name of this icon in different languages⬅️

Chinese (Simplified): 伯利恒微笑圣母像
Czech: Ikona Matky Boží Betlémská „Usmívající se Panna“
Danish: Ikon af Guds Moder fra Betlehem "Den smilende Jomfru"
Dutch: Icoon van de Moeder Gods van Bethlehem "De glimlachende Maagd"
English: Bethlehem Mother of God Icon – The Smiling Virgin
Estonian: Betlehemi Jumalaema ikoon „Naeratav Neitsi“
Finnish: Betlehemin Jumalanäidin ikoni "Hymyilevä Neitsyt"
French: Icône de la Mère de Dieu de Bethléem « La Vierge souriante »
German: Ikone der Gottesmutter von Bethlehem „Die lächelnde Jungfrau“
Greek: Εικόνα της Θεοτόκου Βηθλεέμ «Η χαμογελαστή Παρθένος»
Italian: Icona della Madre di Dio di Betlemme "La Vergine sorridente"
Japanese: ベツレヘムの生神女「微笑む聖母」のイコン
Latvian: Betlēmes Dievmātes ikona „Smaidošā Jaunava“
Lithuanian: Betliejaus Dievo Motinos ikona „Besijuokianti Mergelė“
Norwegian: Ikon av Guds Mor fra Betlehem "Den smilende jomfru"
Polish: Ikona Matki Bożej Betlejemskiej „Uśmiechnięta Dziewica”
Portuguese: Ícone da Mãe de Deus de Belém "A Virgem Sorridente"
Romanian: Icoana Maicii Domnului din Betleem „Fecioara zâmbitoare”
Russian: Икона Божией Матери Вифлеемская «Улыбающаяся Богородица»
Serbian: Икона Богородице Витлејемске „Насмејана Богородица“
Slovak: Ikona Bohorodičky Betlehemskej „Usmievajúca sa Panna“
Slovenian: Ikona Božje Matere iz Betlehema »Nasmejana Devica«
Spanish: Icono de la Madre de Dios de Belén "La Virgen sonriente"
Swedish: Ikon av Guds Moder från Betlehem "Den leende jungfrun"
Ukrainian: Ікона Божої Матері Вифлеємська «Усміхнена Богородиця»

Shipping & Delivery

Where do you ship from?

All orders are handcrafted and shipped securely from Portugal.

Processing time

Please allow 3–5 business days for preparation before dispatch.

Delivery to USA

FedEx Express: 5–7 business days
Standard Shipping: 10–20 business days

Customs & Duties

For most USA orders, no additional duties are charged at delivery.

(If exceptions apply, local customs rules may vary.)

Tracking

Every shipment includes full tracking.

Returns & Damage Protection

30-day returns accepted.

If your order arrives damaged, we will replace or refund it promptly.

Product Details

What is the icon made of?

Each icon is created on a premium wood panel using archival mineral pigment technology for exceptional depth, color, and longevity.

The surface is finished with natural beeswax for protection and a timeless appearance.

A hanging mount is included, ready for display or prayer corner use.

Is it hand-painted?

This icon is a high-quality artistic reproduction of the original sacred image, produced using a professional multi-layer pigment process.

Each panel is individually prepared and hand-finished by our artisans, ensuring a beautiful and durable result with the character of traditional icon craftsmanship.

Custom Icons & Personal Orders

Can I order an icon using my own image?

Yes. We can create a custom icon using your image or a specific saint.

Each piece is carefully crafted on a wood panel using our traditional process.

Can you make a different size?

Yes, we offer custom sizes upon request — including larger formats.

Shipping costs for oversized icons are calculated individually.

✨ Handmade with Care

All icons are created by our Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal.

Each piece is made individually, not mass-produced.

🙏 Additional Information

Is the icon blessed?

Icons are not pre-blessed.

You may have your icon blessed at your local parish if desired.

Can this be a gift?

Yes. We can include gift packaging or a personal note upon request.

Product safety & manufacturer info

Workshop: Iconsofsaints
Email: info@iconsofsaints.com
Location: Leiria, Portugal
All icons are handcrafted by professional Christian artisans
Specialization: Traditional Orthodox icons

⚠️ Safety Information (EU GPSR Compliant):
This item is intended for decorative and religious use only.
Not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years of age.
Keep away from open flames and high humidity environments.
Designed for wall display. Includes a metal hook — ensure proper and secure mounting.
Coated with natural wax — avoid use of chemical or abrasive cleaning agents.

This product complies with the General Product Safety Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2023/988).