{"product_id":"icon-of-the-mother-of-god-joy-of-all-who-sorrow-orthodox-icon-with-saints-john-the-warrior-and-anna","title":"Icon of the Mother of God \"Joy of All Who Sorrow\" — Orthodox Icon with Saints John the Warrior and Anna","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD \"JOY OF ALL WHO SORROW\"\u003c\/strong\u003e | With Marginal Saints and Prayer Inscription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis rare and deeply moving 19th-century Orthodox icon depicts one of the most beloved and consoling images in the entire tradition of Orthodox Christianity — the Mother of God \u003cstrong\u003e\"Joy of All Who Sorrow\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. This antique icon comes from a private collection and bears witness to generations of faithful prayer before its sacred image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAlong the margins of the icon stand two heavenly intercessors: \u003cstrong\u003eSaint John the Warrior\u003c\/strong\u003e on one side, and \u003cstrong\u003eVenerable Anna\u003c\/strong\u003e on the other — extending the circle of intercession and making this icon a gathering of powerful advocates before the throne of God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eInscribed upon the icon is the great prayer \u003cstrong\u003e\"O Most-Hymned Mother\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most ancient and beloved hymns of the Orthodox Church, sung at the conclusion of the Akathist to the Most Holy Theotokos. Its presence on the icon transforms it into both a sacred image and a book of prayer, inviting the faithful to lift their voices together with the angels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeast Day: November 6 (October 24, Old Style)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eICONOGRAPHY AND SPIRITUAL MEANING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Most Holy Theotokos is depicted standing in heavenly glory, surrounded by ministering angels, her arms extended in a gesture of boundless mercy and maternal protection. Beneath her are gathered the suffering ones of this world — the sick, the poor, the sorrowful, and the despairing — yet each one is held within the shelter of her loving intercession and united by the one great hope she offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShe is revealed in this icon as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoy of All Who Sorrow\u003c\/strong\u003e — bringing consolation to every grieving soul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefuge of the Helpless\u003c\/strong\u003e — defending the weak, the abandoned, and the destitute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComforter of the Afflicted\u003c\/strong\u003e — healing broken hearts and wounded spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwift Intercessor\u003c\/strong\u003e — responding with haste to the prayers of all who call upon her\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis icon proclaims with quiet power that no human suffering is forgotten before God, and that through the prayers of the Mother of God, divine mercy flows ceaselessly into the lives of the faithful. It is an icon of hope for those who have no hope, of comfort for those who have no comfort, and of joy — the deep, unshakeable joy of those who know that they are not alone in their sorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE MARGINAL SAINTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaint John the Warrior\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most beloved intercessors of the Orthodox Church, venerated for his compassion toward prisoners, the persecuted, and the poor. Christians turn to him for protection, for help in times of injustice, and for the recovery of lost things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenerable Anna\u003c\/strong\u003e — the holy prophetess Anna, who spent her entire life in the Temple in prayer and fasting, and who received the infant Christ with joy — is the patron of widows, the elderly, and all who persevere in prayer through long years of waiting and sorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTogether with the Mother of God, these two saints form a powerful triad of intercession that encompasses the suffering of every human life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PRAYER OF THE ICON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe inscription \u003cem\u003e\"O Most-Hymned Mother\"\u003c\/em\u003e is the concluding kontakion of the Akathist Hymn — among the most ancient prayers of the Church, addressed to the Most Holy Theotokos. Its presence on the icon is a constant invitation to prayer, and a reminder that the image before us is not merely art, but a window into the Kingdom of Heaven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOR WHOM DO THE FAITHFUL PRAY BEFORE THIS ICON?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBelievers turn to the Mother of God \"Joy of All Who Sorrow\" for intercession in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIllness, chronic suffering, and physical pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGrief, loss, and bereavement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDepression, despair, and spiritual desolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePoverty, financial hardship, and destitution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInjustice, persecution, and oppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eComfort for the dying and those who mourn them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eProtection of orphans, widows, and the abandoned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHealing of broken families and wounded relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA PERFECT GIFT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAnyone going through illness, loss, or great sorrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFamilies who wish to place their home under the protection of the Mother of God\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eThose named Mary, Anna, or Joan — their heavenly patrons are present on this icon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOrthodox Christians seeking an antique icon of genuine spiritual and historical depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCollectors of 19th-century Russian and Eastern Orthodox sacred art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePriests and parishes seeking an icon of the Theotokos for a prayer corner or side altar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAnyone who wishes to give a gift of true comfort and heavenly intercession\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖼 Product Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach icon in our workshop is made to last a lifetime and beyond. The image is printed with rich, fade-resistant pigment inks on a premium solid-core wood panel — then hand-finished with a natural beeswax coating that deepens the colors, protects the surface, and gives each piece the warm, reverent quality of a traditionally crafted sacred object. A metal hanging hook is included on the back, so your icon is ready to display the moment it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted on a premium wood panel — 1.6 cm (0.6\") thick, sturdy yet lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFade-resistant pigment print — rich, true-to-life colors that last for generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural beeswax finish — hand-applied for depth, protection, and a traditional feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to hang — metal hook pre-attached on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Available Sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Small – 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)\u003cbr\u003e• Medium – 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)\u003cbr\u003e• Large – 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎁 Perfect For\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Meaningful Orthodox Christian gifts\u003cbr\u003e• Housewarming and family blessings\u003cbr\u003e• Prayer corners and devotional spaces\u003cbr\u003e• Baptisms, name days, weddings, and feast days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌍 Worldwide Delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurely packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Crafted with Tradition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe name of this icon in different languages⬅️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese (Simplified): 上帝之母“众忧之乐”圣像\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCzech: Ikona Matky Boží „Radost všech zarmoucených“\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDanish: Ikon af Gudsmoder “Glæde for alle sørgende”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDutch: Icoon van de Moeder Gods “Vreugde van allen die bedroefd zijn”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish: Icon of the Mother of God \"Joy of All Who Sorrow\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstonian: Jumalaema ikoon „Rõõm kõigile kurvastajatele“\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinnish: Jumalansynnyttäjän ikoni ”Kaikkien murheellisten ilo”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench: Icône de la Mère de Dieu « Joie de tous les affligés »\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman: Ikone der Gottesmutter „Freude aller Betrübten“\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreek: Εικόνα της Θεοτόκου «Χαρά όλων των θλιβομένων»\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItalian: Icona della Madre di Dio “Gioia di tutti gli afflitti”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese: 生神女「悲しむすべての人の喜び」のイコン\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatvian: Dievmātes ikona “Prieks visiem bēdīgajiem”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLithuanian: Dievo Motinos ikona „Visų liūdinčiųjų džiaugsmas“\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorwegian: Ikon av Guds Mor “Glede for alle sørgende”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish: Ikona Matki Bożej „Radość wszystkich strapionych”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortuguese: Ícone da Mãe de Deus “Alegria de todos os aflitos”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRomanian: Icoana Maicii Domnului „Bucuria tuturor celor necăjiți”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRussian: Икона Божией Матери «Всех скорбящих Радость»\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerbian: Икона Богородице „Радост свих жалосних“\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlovak: Ikona Matky Božej „Radosť všetkých zarmútených“\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlovenian: Ikona Matere Božje »Radost vseh žalostnih«\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpanish: Icono de la Madre de Dios “Alegría de todos los afligidos”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwedish: Ikon av Guds Moder “Glädje för alla bedrövade”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUkrainian: Ікона Божої Матері «Всіх скорботних Радість»\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Icons of Saints","offers":[{"title":"12x15 cm (5”x6”)","offer_id":52153978650907,"sku":null,"price":100.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"23x30 cm (9\"x12\")","offer_id":52153978683675,"sku":null,"price":181.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x39 cm (12\"x15\")","offer_id":52153978716443,"sku":null,"price":234.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/3805\/4171\/files\/JOY_OF_ALL_WHO_SORROW.jpg?v=1777807917","url":"https:\/\/iconsofsaints.com\/pt\/products\/icon-of-the-mother-of-god-joy-of-all-who-sorrow-orthodox-icon-with-saints-john-the-warrior-and-anna","provider":"iconsofsaints.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}