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The Day of the Icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina" on August 31: the history of the holiday and powerful prayers
On Sunday, August 31, 2025, Orthodox believers celebrate a holiday in honor of the icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina", a holy image symbolizing compassion and protection. Known for its healing power, this icon helps those who suffer from serious illnesses, including cancer, as well as various addictions. On memorial Day, believers turn to the Most Holy Theotokos with prayers for spiritual purification, health and support. Izvestia tells us more about the meaning and amazing wonders of the icon.
The history and miracles of the Icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina"
The All—Tsaritsa icon is one of the most revered shrines of Orthodoxy, kept in the Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos in Greece. This image was created in the 17th century, approved and blessed by the Athonite elder Joseph the Hesychast and passed on to his disciples.
Religious service in the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina"
According to legend, the first miracle associated with the image occurred when a young sorcerer tried to desecrate the shrine with magical rituals. But the face of the Virgin shone with a bright light, and an invisible force threw him back, admonishing him on the path of repentance. This incident marked the beginning of the icon's widespread fame as a protector from spiritual evil and a source of healing.
During the 19th and 20th centuries, the image of the "All-Queen" became widespread not only in Greece, but also abroad, especially in Russia. In the 1990s, several copies of the icon were brought to Moscow, and one of them began to flow myrrh, radiating a special sacred liquid. This phenomenon is considered a rare miracle, which testifies to divine grace and the special presence of the Holy Spirit in the holy image.
What does the icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina" look like?
The icon belongs to the Byzantine type of "Panahranta" (from Greek — "All-merciful"), which reflects its deep spiritual significance as a symbol of the riches of God's mercy and the royal dignity of the Most Holy Theotokos. In the center of the image is the Mother of God, seated on a throne, dressed in a crimson royal robe, which emphasizes her status as the Queen of Heaven and spiritual greatness.
In the hands of the Mother of God, the Infant Jesus Christ is depicted, who holds a scroll in his left hand as a symbol of divine teaching, and blesses the world with his right hand. The right hand of the Mother of God reverently points to her Son, a sign that salvation and hope come only through him.
Two angels are depicted behind the Virgin, who, bending down and overshadowing her with their wings, emphasize her mediating role between God and people, as well as her compassionate heart, open to all those who suffer and pray. In addition, angelic figures symbolize the divine presence and protection that the Queen of Heaven extends to all believers.
How and to whom does the icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina" help
According to legend, for centuries, Vsetsarina has been helping those who are faced with serious illnesses, especially cancer. People who pray in front of the image often receive not only spiritual, but also physical relief. Church chronicles describe numerous cases of recovery from tumors, sometimes at late and seemingly hopeless stages of the disease.
A particularly revered list of the All-Tsaritsa icon is located at the Moscow Children's Cancer Center. This shrine attracts numerous sick people and their relatives who come to pray for health, healing and spiritual support.
In addition, the icon is considered the patroness of those who struggle with addictions — alcoholism, drug addiction, as well as mental illnesses such as depression and despair. There are numerous cases of believers being freed from spiritual enslavement by sincere prayers in front of the icon.
Vsotsarina helps believers to find inner peace, find the strength to fight illnesses and strengthen faith in higher help. It is a symbol of the Mother of God's care, mercy and protection over all those who suffer, who seek healing and spiritual rebirth.
Day of the Icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina": prohibitions and recommendations
On August 31, it is advisable for believers to visit the temple to participate in divine services and prayers in front of the icon. You can pray to the Mother of God for health, spiritual protection and inner peace. It is considered an important tradition to pay attention to charity to others, as well as to remember repentance and spiritual purification.
On the day of veneration of the icon, it is strictly forbidden to quarrel with loved ones, enter into conflicts or allow outpourings of anger, since such actions can disrupt the prayerful mood and attract trouble. You can not be lazy and idle — it is important to do useful things aimed at the kindness and support of others. Cruelty to animals, abandoning the care of livestock and pets is also considered a sin and can lead to family and personal troubles.
Special attention is paid to the attitude towards nature — it is forbidden to walk on the grass and harm plants, as this is considered a violation of God's order and a source of misfortune. In homes on this day, one should not sit on tables and show disrespect for the hearth, since such actions are associated with bad omens and can attract diseases and misfortunes.
During the holiday, it is recommended to focus on prayer, reading spiritual literature and participating in church services. It is believed that the sincerity of prayers and the fulfillment of spiritual ordinances on this day brings a special blessing and protection from harm.
Day of the Icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina": prayers to read
On the day of veneration of the icon of the Mother of God "Vsetsarina" on August 31, prayer support and spiritual communion with the Most Holy Theotokos are especially important. Believers recite traditional prayers that cry out for help, healing, and protection from ailments and illnesses.
Troparion of the Icon (Glas 4)
"In the joyful image of the honorable All-Queen, with the warm desire of those who seek Your grace, save them, O Lady; deliver those who run to You from adversity, protect Your flock from every adversity, who always cry out for Your intercession."
Kontakion (glas 8th)
"Thy newly-revealed icon stands before us tenderly, we sing praises to Thee, O All-queen, Thy servants; send down the blessings of Thy servant flowing to Thee now. May we all joyfully call to You: Hail, All-queen, who healest our ailments with grace."
A special prayer in front of the All-Tsaritsa icon helps to ask for strength, healing and support.
"All-merciful, venerable Mother of God, Pantanassa, All-Queen! I am not worthy, but come under my roof! But as the merciful God of the loving Mother, say the word, may my soul be healed and my feeble body be strengthened. For You are an invincible power, and every verb will not exhaust You, O All-Queen! You beg for me! You plead for me. May I glorify Your glorious name always, now and forever. Amen to that."
In addition, before the image of the "All—Tsaritsa" it is customary to read the akathist, a long prayer song in which believers praise the Mother of God, ask for blessings and healing, telling about the mercy of the Queen of Heaven and her protection over the suffering. Prayer texts often contain requests to comfort the weak in spirit, strengthen the sick in body, and give hope to those who find themselves in hopeless circumstances.
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