Ancient Greek Icon Myrrhbearers Women XVIII century 50x35 cm

Greek Icon Women Myrrhbearers 50x35cm.In orthodox Christianity, myrrh bearering women were involved in the burial of Jesus' body and found the tomb empty following Resurrection.The term refers to the women who brought myrrh to Christ's tomb the morning it was found empty.In Western Christianity, women are usually referred to as the three Marys, although other variations of the name exist. They are mentioned at the time when Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus took Jesus off the cross, embalming him in myrrh and aloe.Women followed Jesus during his early ministry and remained faithful to him, even in the most dangerous moments of his life such as his arrest and execution.Due to the impediment of the Sabbath day, the women made a quick burial of Jesus. Once the Sabbath was over, the women returned as soon as possible to anoint Jesus' body. It was at that point that the Resurrection was revealed and they had the task to announce it to the apostles.They were apostles of the apostles. The Myrrhbearers, especially Mary Magdalene, are often referred to as ''equal to the apostles''.The Myrrh bearering Women icon dates back to the 18th century and measures 46.5x31.8cm. It is shipped together with a box set and an expert report.