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The strange history of the Hawaii Mother of God icon
Something strange happened last August. An icon called the Hawaiian Mother of Jesus arrived in Bulgaria and was in procession all over the land. It was displayed for veneration in churches, being brought on to hospitals and monasteries, the Bulgarian Orthodox church gave it dear appreciation. Why do I think it’s a strange event? Because…
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St. Patrick, the Enlightener of Ireland
This icon I made for to shine over the Tønsberg Irish Trad sessions being held every last friday at Cafe Barkåker. Saint Patrick, the Enlightener of Ireland, is very revered saint both in Orthodox and Catholic churches..He arrived on the Emerald isle, chased out the snakes and had the Christianity with him there. Irish folk…
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St. Francis of Assisi.. the frier with stigmata
This icon I had made in 2018. It represents the St. Francis as a 25 years old and before he got the stigmata. St. Francis of Assisi is one of the most venerated saints in Christianity, a founder of the Franciscan order, man who had received a stigmata, and a mystic, who can communicate with…
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Made in Horten
Last Saturday I took part in Made in Horten market for hobby and handwork artists. It was good sunny weather, and people stralling around on merchant street. It was the first time I had exhibited my works in Horten. Sold nothing, but at least presented my existence to my fellow landsmen. And Horten is not…
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Trip to Bulgaria
I just came back from a magic tour to my homeland. Visited Balchik, Varna, Silistra, took a driving trip to monasteries in Northern Dobroudja, Romania. Had a unforgettable moments with friends, neighbors and people on vacation from Norway, living in the hotel by the Black Sea coast. I can make suggestions when near Varna or…
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Hagia Sophia.. and her three daughters
This icon sailed to the shores of England… This work goes to a prity and merry girl named Sophia… Lives in London. Some blend of English, German, Spanish and Scottish genes…maybe blends Bulgarian later too.. But I hope it will help her on her master philosophy thesis… On Love! … What can I write more..…
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St. Constantine and St. Helena
This icon was sent as a gift for the baptism of Åge. The baby was presented to the congregation on 17 August 2025 in Horten Domkirke. Let us wish him a happy life and strong guarian angel. I made this in 2023. The icon depicts st. Constantine the Great, the Roman emperor who won his…
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Sacred treasures
Христос Возкресе! Christ is risen! Happy Easter! God Påske! Let us celebrate the resurrection of Christ, Our Lord, with a prayer song. Our Father, performed by Bulgarian National choir Obretenov. You can feel yourself the effect of the orthodox chant in its best. Enjoy and.. Sit perducat nos Deus! More info about the album here…
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The Art of Eternity
History of the Byzantine orthodox art, presented by the art historian Andrew Graham-Dixon
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St. Isidore of Seville
St. Isidore of Seville is known as a patron saint for the Internet, computer technicians and sysadmins, and the software developers. Feast 4 April.