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Title: The Dormition of the Theotokos
Post by: Barbarian on November 16, 2009, 10:38:35 PM
Literally, "the sleeping of the God-bearer."   The Eastern Church has a slightly different tradition on the death of Mary than the Western Church, both agreeing that her body was assumed into Heaven.
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This is from Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Plano, Texas.
Title: Re: The Dormition of the Theotokos
Post by: Jeanne Lee on November 17, 2009, 08:38:57 AM
A beautiful painting.  I'm glad you gave the translation - I was going to ask for it anyway!   :D
Title: Re: The Dormition of the Theotokos
Post by: LakeLady on November 18, 2009, 03:47:59 PM
Interesting painting - nice capture also.
Becky