Posted by Dimitrios (ATHENS, Greece) on 15 March 2007 in Lifestyle & Culture and Portfolio.
In the village of Saint Pandeleimonas, near Platamonas in the northern part of Greece this impressive picture of the Saint is housed in the church of the same name. It feels so great and calm by looking in this face. Years of history and culture blend in his eyes.
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Lovely rich colour here Dimitrios. Initially I had the same reaction as you, he looks so calm, then I noticed his black eye. Now, I wonder how he got that?
15 Mar 2007 3:31am
@Helen: mmm God only knows!!!! TAKE CARE Helen, kind regards Dimitrios
nice photo
15 Mar 2007 5:36am
@kmf: thank you kmf, regards dvk
Nice shot! What's hanging off the upper righ corner of picture? I see a little bit of color there.
15 Mar 2007 7:35am
@DTW: aaaa I didnt notice it, well spoted. Well people are offering various things to the saint in order to have his blessing. So what is hanging are small objects like a silver bracelet, a small jewel, or a hair pin!, anything you can imagine. Some churches are considered special because miracles have happened there! So that increases the flow of offerings to the celebrated saint. People are much in need to beleive in God. We live in perilous times, a true believer can find comfort in this, I respect that. All the best Dimitrios
Very nice shot! Love the composition and colors!
15 Mar 2007 11:40am
@Myst: mile grazie Myst alla bella Bologna
The colors and textures in the picture are beautiful!
15 Mar 2007 1:32pm
@Jen: take good care Jen
beuatiful!
15 Mar 2007 4:25pm
@Art Monkey: thanks christa
I love orthodox icons and this one....brings me home! Gabriela
18 Dec 2007 1:08am
@Japanalia: I am glad, many thanks
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