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Perpetual Virginity and Pain

by | Apr 23, 2016 | Uncategorized

As you no doubt know, the three stars on the Virgin’s maphorion (mantle) in Orthodox icons—one on Her head, and one on each shoulder—are intended to signify Her perpetual virginity: (1) before, (2) during, and (3) after the birth of Christ. The “during” often puzzles...