Mother of God, the Theotokos — The Unassailable Door (The Impregnable Gate)
This revered Orthodox icon of the Mother of God, the Theotokos, known as “The Unassailable Door” or “The Impregnable Gate,” is a powerful symbol of divine protection, spiritual refuge, and God’s safeguarding presence over the Christian home.
The faithful pray before this icon for protection of the household from theft, envy, malice, and every evil intent. Traditionally, this icon is placed above the entrance door, as a visible and spiritual guardian of the home, invoking the intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos for all who enter and dwell within.
The icon is deeply rooted in Holy Scripture and liturgical tradition. Its imagery is inspired by the prophecy of Ezekiel:
“This gate shall be shut; it shall not be opened, and no man shall enter by it, for the Lord God of Israel has entered by it” (Ezekiel 44:2),
which the Church understands as a prophetic image of the Ever-Virgin Mary.
The theological meaning of the icon is further revealed in the Pentecost troparion:
“Standing in Your holy temple, we seem to stand in heaven. O Mother of God, Gate of Heaven, open to us the doors of Your mercy.”
The architectural background of the icon plays a significant symbolic role. The Mother of God is depicted before a portico or gateway, representing the entrance to the Heavenly City. This architectural imagery emphasizes her role as the “Gate of the Word” and the “True Door of Salvation”, through whom Christ entered the world and through whom believers are led into the Kingdom of Heaven.
This icon reminds the faithful that the Theotokos stands as a spiritual gate—closed to evil, yet open to grace—offering protection, mercy, and safe passage to all who seek refuge under her maternal care.
🖼 Product Features
• Printed on durable MDF wood panel
• Mineral pigment inks for long-lasting color
• Sealed with protective beeswax finish
• Ready to hang — includes mounted metal hook
• Handmade by Orthodox Christian artisans
• Lightweight yet solid: board thickness is 1.6 cm (0.6")
📏 Available Sizes
• 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)
• 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)
• 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)
🎁 Perfect for
• Orthodox Christian gifts
• Spiritual housewarming gifts
• Prayer corners and devotional altars
• Baptisms, name days, and feast days
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Our icons are made by Orthodox craftsmen in Portugal.
We hope it will be a good gift for you and your loved ones.
