The Crucifixion of Christ with the impending. The Holy Trinity. Archangel Michael. Holy Warriors. Tikhvin icon of the Mother of God. 35x65 mm, E 8199

On the front side of the cross is depicted the Crucifixion of the Lord Jesus Christ with the saints who are coming to him, who, according to legend, were at the Cross of the Lord during His execution.

To the left - the Most Holy Theotokos and Mary Magdalene, to the right - the Apostle John the Theologian and Longinus the Sotnik.

On both sides of the Crucifixion are icons of the first-born apostles Peter and Paul. Above is the image of the Holy Trinity, the image of the phenomenon of the Triune God to the forefather Abraham. Below is an icon of Miracle of George about the serpent, an image symbolizing the victory of good over evil.

On the back of the center is the icon of Archangel Michael. The mighty Archangel leads the Heavenly Host in his confrontation with the dark forces. In the heavenly army - Angels - Keepers of people and saints. They help people defend themselves against enemies, lead spiritual warfare.

Near the Archangel are depicted glorified celestial warriors, defenders of people. To the left of the Archangel - Prince Alexander Nevsky, to the right - Leonid, below - the holy serpents Feodor Tiron, Fyodor Stratilat and Dmitry Solunsky. The Tikhvin icon of the Mother of God crowns the reverse side of the cross. This is one of the main shrines of Russia, which protects its North-Western borders.