The image of the Mother of God is an indestructible wall of meaning. The legend of the land of Kyiv about the miraculous protector. The meaning and what helps the icon "Indestructible Wall"
According to legend, the icon of the Mother of God, called the "Indestructible Wall", became famous for the vision of the elder Gabriel of the Savior-Eleazar desert. He saw in front of him on a hill a wonderful city, where he had to go, a wide, gentle road led to the city, along which it was very easy to go. Many people went up this road, not noticing that a huge, terrible giant hung over them, throwing a net over those who were walking and seizing it for himself. The elder thought about how he could get into the Great City and not fall into the giant's net. Suddenly, from the side, he noticed an inconspicuous, steeper path, rising along a sky-high wall to the city. Rare travelers walked along this path, the giant tried to throw a net over them, but it hit the wall and returned to him empty. Then the words from the Akathist to the Most Holy Theotokos surfaced in the elder’s head: “Rejoice, Indestructible Wall of the Kingdom ...”, realizing whose strength protects travelers on this path, the elder turned onto this path. The net with a whistle flew over his head, but never even hit him, thrown back by the wall erected by the Mother of God. He reached the city, and there… beauty, light, flowers, fragrance, all in reverence and joy… Thus he reached the very Throne of the Great King…
The miraculous icon of the Most Holy Mother of God "The Indestructible Wall" is made in the style of a mosaic on the wall above the high place of the main altar of the Kyiv St. Sophia Cathedral. The Mother of God is depicted against a golden background, standing to her full height on a quadrangular golden stone with raised hands.
A six-meter image of the praying Mother of God, Oranta, on the concave surface of the dome above the altar of St. Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv
The icon got its name "Indestructible Wall" due to the fact that for nine centuries it remained intact, despite the fact that both the cathedral and the city were repeatedly destroyed. An old description of this icon has been preserved: “ The growth of the Mother of God is gigantic, like all Her works in Russia. She stands on a golden stone, the unshakable foundation of all who flow to her protection. Her tunic is of heavenly color, a scarlet belt and a lention hangs on it, with which She wipes away so many tears. Azure handrails on hands raised to the sky. A golden veil descends from Her head and is hung in the form of an omophorion on left shoulder, to the sign of Her cover, the broadest cloud, according to the voice of church songs. A bright star burns on the forehead of the Mother of God and two stars on the shoulders: for She herself, the Mother of the Unsetting Light, was for us the dawn of the Unsetting Sun».
According to Kievan tradition, the capital city will not perish as long as the hands of the Mother of God “Indestructible Wall” extend over it.
The irresistible Intercessor of the Russian land and in the most difficult times gave her gracious help. On a large arc of the semi-arch, in its entire length and almost in its entire width, a Greek inscription is depicted in black mosaic. This inscription is translated as follows: “God is in the midst of her and will not move: God will help her in the morning in the morning” (Ps. 45, v. 6).
The icon of Our Lady Blachernitissa, placed on the altar wall of the Blachernae Church in Constantinople, became the initial image for the creation of this image.
Our Lady of Blachernitissa
From the Kyiv image, a half-length list of the icon "Indestructible Wall" was made, which was unknown for a long time. The icon was reopened only in the 60s of the XX century, when it was transferred to the church of the village of Nikolskoye of the Astrakhan region from the neighboring, ruined by the Bolsheviks during the revolution, the Resurrection-Mironositsky monastery of the village of Zlatozubovka. On it are the marks of dashing years, traces of vandalism: damaged painting, brushed off gilding. The image hung in the temple, among many other icons, for more than 30 years. In 2001, a 95-year-old resident of the village of Solenoye Zaimishche, devout Agrippina Yakovlevna Veremeeva, thin sleep The Blessed Lady appeared and, comforting from impending blindness, ordered to pray to Her miraculous image “Indestructible Wall”, which is in Nikolskoye. On the day of the celebration of the feast of the Entrance into the Church of the Most Holy Theotokos, they searched for the icon and found it on the wall in an inconspicuous corner of the church. They began to clean it, it was covered with drying oil. The icon was painted on gold. They took off the drying oil, gave it to be restored. opened reverse side icons - it indicates that it was written for the monastery.
As a result of archival searches, it was possible to find out the origin of the image and possible cause its miraculous power: in 1906, when the Holy Righteous John of Kronstadt came to the monastery, he illuminated the iconostasis of the monastery, and in the photograph they recognized this icon - the “Indestructible Wall” on the iconostasis of the chapel dedicated to the heavenly patron of St. John of Kronstadt, the Monk John of Rylsky. The icon stood in the first row of the iconostasis. All-Russian prayer book Father John personally consecrated it. Perhaps this is the reason for its miraculous power. Subsequently, the temple of the monastery was destroyed, the icons were burned or chopped. The icon "Indestructible Wall" was saved from desecration by the pious parishioner Maria Anshakova and prayed before it in her house for many years, and then brought it as a gift to the church in Nikolsky, the only one preserved at that time in the entire district ...
It was as if her second birth took place and veneration among the parishioners began. After the prayers, several obvious miracles happened. Twice there was a cure for cancer, as well as help was sent for a surgical operation. The parents found a son who had disappeared 11 years before; the killer of a local girl, who came with a confession, was discovered; reconciled spouses who were on the verge of divorce. Orthodox people from the surrounding area and other places reached out to the icon. With the care of blessed pilgrims, the icon was decorated with a skillful crown, the inextinguishable lampada was lit, from which oil is now distributed to those who pray.
According to eyewitnesses, it is known that during the years of the Great Patriotic War, on the fields of fierce battles, in the hottest points of the battle, they saw a woman who stood facing the enemy units, with her hands raised to the sky. One of these testimonies is described in detail in the story of the Orthodox writer Archpriest Nikolai Agafonov "The Unbreakable Wall". It tells about the miracle of the amazing rescue of a front-line soldier and his friend on Kursk Bulge, in one of the most difficult battles during the years of the Great Patriotic War. When the front-line soldier went to the temple to put a funeral candle to commemorate his comrade-in-arms, he recognized in the icon “Indestructible Wall” the very woman whom he saw then, in that memorable battle. It was herself Holy Mother of God.
There are few lists of the icon "Indestructible Wall" from the Kyiv image. They are available in two or three churches in Moscow. One of them was made in the 19th century and brought from the Kiev Sophia Cathedral to Russia, in Church of the Supreme Apostles Peter and Paul in Lefortovo.
Icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall" in the Church of the Apostles Peter and Paul in Lefortovo
The date of the appearance of this icon in the temple is not known for certain. But all local legends say that the icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall" appeared in the church of the Apostles Peter and Paul during the time of theomachism. According to some reports, the icon was brought to this temple after the closure of the churches located on the territory of the “Satisfy my Sorrows” community; according to others, it was brought from the closed temples of the military hospital named after Burdenko; there is an opinion that it was donated to the temple in the sixties of the XX century.
Amazing power comes from the icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall". On the icon, the Blessed Virgin is depicted in full growth, standing on a quadrangular stone against the background of the celestial sphere. Having lifted up her most pure hands, the Good Intercessor of the Christian race prays for the whole world, imploring the Lord to extend the time given for repentance to the human race. Around the icon is a mysterious inscription: " God is in her midst and will not move; she will help her in the morning”(cf. Ps. 45:6).
Troparion, tone 4
Like an indestructible wall and an all-powerful cover with a banner of Thee, Thy servants, the Lady of the Mother of God, driving away the darkness of sins and sorrows. The same cry to Thee: give peace to the world and grant light and salvation to our souls.
Images depicting the Most Holy Theotokos are often miraculous and help many in need: those who come with repentance and reverence.
Icon "Indestructible Wall" the prototype of the Most Holy Theotokos of Constantinople, called Oranta or Oranta-defender. This image has adorned for centuries one of the famous Kyiv cathedrals - St. Sophia of Kyiv, and remains there in its original form.
"Indestructible Wall" - the protector of all those who ask
Image Holy Mother of God in St. Sophia Cathedral truly fascinates with its grandeur and beauty. In the vault of the altar, the icon is laid out in a mosaic style. The size of the image is 5 and a half meters. The Queen of Heaven is depicted in full growth with her hands raised in prayer. Against a golden background, in a blue robe, the look is calm and an illusion is created, wherever the parishioner steps, the Mother of God is watching him with a gaze.
For more than X centuries, the ancient image has adorned the cathedral, and not wars, Christian persecutions, and even time itself is not subject to the image of the Mother of God.
The origin of the icon and its name
The name of the ancient icon originates from Akathist 12 Ikos . "Unbreakable Wall" the akathist sounds like this: “Chosen from all generations of the Mother of God and the Queen, before Her most pure image, the Indestructible Wall called ... let us call Ty: Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.” Here the Mother of God is compared with an indestructible wall, because she is the protector and constant patroness of all those in need. Over time, this saying took on a literal meaning.
There is also a legend associated with the akathist "Indestructible Wall". Once Elder Gabriel had a vision of a wondrous city standing on a mountain. And the elder set out on his journey to this city. He walked along a wide road, along with other travelers. But suddenly a giant appeared above the walking travelers, who began to catch people walking near the old man with nets. The elder understood that the people do not see this terrible giant.
Monk Gabriel saw a small path, which led off the main road, and followed further along it. The path went under a sheer cliff that looked like a solid wall. The giant also tried to catch the walking people there, but the net hit the rock-wall, making it impossible to catch people. Then the elder remembered the lines from the akathist and realized under whose protection he was.
But the icon "Indestructible Wall" is not the first image. The prototype of this icon is the Blachernae Icon of the Mother of God (Oranta), which is located in Constantinople on the wall of the Blachernae Church. One of the copies of the ancient icon was brought to the territory Kievan Rus, from where the ancient icon painters received permission to create lists.
Icon "Indestructible Wall": meaning, what helps
The meaning of the icon directly comes from the very name "Indestructible Wall" which means intercessor, protector, patroness. The image performed the protection of the family and home. The face of the Queen of Heaven, in addition to protecting the house, is the patroness of warriors and soldiers. Therefore, she is often asked for help before fights or battles.
There is an opinion among the righteous Orthodox that while the "Indestructible Wall" adorns the vault over the altar of the St. Sophia Monastery, and the ancient capital of Kievan Rus will stand whole and indestructible.
What helps the face of the Most Holy Theotokos?
- Protects the house and its inhabitants from unkind people, robberies, fires and other things.
- They ask for patronage on a long journey.
- Helps in family troubles.
- Often the Mother of God is asked for peace and understanding in the family.
- Before the image of the Mother of God, you can ask for intercession for loved ones.
- Helps to heal from bodily and mental ailments.
How to choose a place for an icon
Orthodox Christians have the image of the "Indestructible Wall" It is customary to hang in front of the front doors. Thus, everyone entering the house will look at the holy face of the Mother of God. It is believed that if a person visits the house with evil thoughts, he feels unwell and tries to leave the house quickly. And also often the icon of Oranta-protector becomes a gift - a talisman for relatives and friends. If you want to protect your relatives from evil eyes, as well as from various diseases, give them this image of the Virgin.
If it is not possible to install the face of the Mother of God opposite the entrance, then prepare a shelf for her in the hallway or corridor. But remember that the image Queens of Heaven should be facing the entrance, or alternatively located above the doors.
Reading a prayer in front of an icon
If the icon of Oranta the protector appeared in your house, it means that you have protected your house from deceit and negativity that bad people carry. An appeal to the Mother of God should come from a pure heart and a clear mind. . In case you don't know the special prayer, this can be done in your own words, the main thing is that the prayer comes from the heart.
How to pray in front of the icon:
- Before prayer, it is necessary to repent of the sins committed before the Lord and before the Mother of God.
- Forgive all your enemies and enemies.
- Focus on what is bothering you or what you want to ask the Queen of Heaven.
You can pray at any time of the day. Make time for prayer especially. if you leave home, even for short term, or from morning to night, since the Most Holy Theotokos at this time will protect your home and ask the Heavenly Father for intercession for you.
Temples and lists icons
Unfortunately, today there are not so many lists of this unusual image. The main one, as mentioned earlier, is located in Kiev's St. Sophia Cathedral. From this mosaic performance of the “Indestructible Wall”, a number of no less significant interpretations of the ancient image were created:
As for the churches and temples of the same name, then there are also few of them on the territory of Russia:
Remember that any icon is endowed with great power. And in order for the Holy Mother of God and the Heavenly Father to become your intercessors and patrons, you need to believe with all your heart!
The icon, called the "Indestructible Wall" is not only a holy image, but also a historical monument. It is one of the parts of the mosaic of St. Sophia of Kyiv. Almost anyone understands that the name carries the meaning of intercession and the possibility of preserving feelings and relationships.
History and description of the icon "Indestructible Wall"
Sophia Cathedral was built by the son of Yaroslav the Wise, and its splendor is indescribable and delights. There is a special belief that as long as the integrity of this mosaic is preserved, Kyiv will stand and flourish like a city. From here it is extrapolated general meaning an image that helps in general in various intercession of a territory, home, country. This statement has been repeatedly confirmed by historical facts.
The cathedral itself (Kyiv) was often destroyed when the Pechenegs and Cumans raided. The most serious destruction Holy place received from the Tatar-Mongols, who wanted to conquer and subjugate vast territories. But at the same time, the wall located above the main altar was never destroyed. It was there that the icon of the Most Holy Theotokos "Indestructible Wall" was located, which always remained unharmed.
In addition, the image is revered in many other territories. There are well-known lists that are located in Moscow churches. It should be noted the Kaliningrad image, which is located in the Cathedral and attracts a significant number of prayer books. The icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall" is known, which was found in the sixties of the previous century in the village of Nikolskoye.
This icon was most likely consecrated by John of Kronstadt himself. We should also remember the Apsheron convent icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall", which appeared in the Kuban relatively recently. It was founded with the blessing of the patriarch.
The meaning of the icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible wall"
The sacred understanding of this holy image is simple - the need to protect the house and the people living in it. Thus, the icon "Indestructible Wall" helps to protect yourself from various negative impacts. It was made by the hands of Russian and Byzantine masters, and later became a real role model and copy, thanks to which many images of the Blessed Virgin were created.
The military and people who are engaged in similar activities attach particular importance to the icon "Indestructible Wall".
There is a lot of evidence about how the military themselves, who participated in the hostilities and saw the Virgin on the battlefields in the Oranta pose, turned towards the opponents.
Oranta is the Mother of God depicted without a baby. She stands and spreads her arms to heaven. This is the canonical spelling of the image, and the history of the “Indestructible Wall” icon goes back to the very first versions of the image. She is usually dressed in a sky-colored dress, and around her is a blue glow that sets her apart from the rest and emphasizes the heavenly grace. Behind her belt she wears a handkerchief with which she wipes the tears of sad people.
As a rule, the canonical image includes a medallion with the Savior on the chest, Blue colour lower dress (a symbol of purity) and a red upper dress, which indicates the high position and suffering of the Virgin.
Similar icons, such as the "Indestructible Wall" must be hung at home opposite the entrance to the apartment. She must protect the house and keep enemies out of it. It is advised to hang it at home when you are going to leave it for a long time. In addition, it is customary to pray in front of the “Indestructible Wall” before leaving the house.
Prayer in front of the “Indestructible Wall” icon helps in order to protect oneself from various negative influences. Candles are often placed for someone in the temple, so that the Mother of God protects these people. It is also good to choose where to hang the “Indestructible Wall” icon in the workspace, for example, in the company’s office. Then the company will be protected by the Blessed Virgin. If the workers are believers, they will also be able to say prayers before this image.
Prayer icon
Kondak 1
Chosen from all generations of the Mother of God and the Queen, before Her most pure image, Indestructible Wall named, we bring you thanksgiving laudatory singing, O Gracious One. But you, as if having incomprehensible power and unspeakable love, save us from all troubles and sorrows, let us call Ty: Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Ikos 1
An intercessor angel was sent quickly from God to You, Most Pure, to announce to You the joy of the world, as if you were pregnant from the Holy Spirit in the womb of Your God the Word, the Savior of the world. But we, leading the fulfillment of this annunciation, believe that the Lord is to Thee, Most Blessed, reveal the Indestructible Wall and protect us from all sin, troubles and misfortunes. For this sake, we bless Thee, O Theotokos, and joyfully cry out: Rejoice, for the Lord is with Thee and Thee is with us; Rejoice, for in Cana of Galilee you appeared as an intercessor to your Son about the people. Rejoice, as with Your omophorion the clouds cover the faithful more broadly; Rejoice, for with Your laziness you wipe away the tears of the afflicted. Rejoice, as you lift up your hands to protect us from all filth; rejoice, for according to your word you are now and forever blessed. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 2
Seeing the prophets with their smart eyes with their smart eyes, Your grace-filled appearance, proclaiming the Nativity in the flesh from You the Son of God, and knowing all the reality of the prophetic broadcasts, reverently cry out to God: Alleluia.
Icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall"
Story
Chu-do-creative icon-on the Pre-Holy Bo-go-ro-di-tsy “Ne-ru-shi-maya Ste-on” you-half-not-on in the style of mo-za -and-ki on the wall above the mountainous place of the main al-ta-rya. The Mother of God is depicted on a golden background, standing upright on a four-coal golden stone with voz-de-you-mi ru-ka-mi.
Iko-na-lu-chi-la your name-no-va-nie “Ne-ru-shi-maya Ste-na” due to the fact that on the for centuries, it remained not-damaged, despite the fact that both the cathedral and the city were not-one-but-times-but- Ver-ga-lis-ru-she-niyu. The old description of this icon has been preserved: “The growth of Bo-go-ro-di-tsy is-in-lin-sky, like all Her de-la on Ru -si. She stands on a golden stone, in my unshakable foundation of all those who come to Her protection. Heaven-no-go-color Her chi-tone, worm-le-ny belt and on it we-sit len-ti-on, someone-eye She ot-ra-et so many tears . La-zu-re-vye in-ru-chi on air-de-tyh to no-bu ru-kah. Golden-toe in the roof-va-lo opus-ka-et-sya from Her head-lo-you and re-re-ve-she-but in the form of omo-fo-ra on the left shoulder -cho, to the sign of Her in-crowd, shir-she-go-o-la-ka, according to the voice of church songs. A light-barking star-yes-rit on the che-le Bo-go-ma-te-ri and two stars on the ra-me-nah: for She is Herself, the Mother Not-for-ho-di -mo-go Light, would-la for us for-ray Not-for-ho-di-mo-th Sun.
According to the Kievan pre-da-tion, such a city will not perish-no, as long as the hands of the Mother of God “Ne-ru -shi-maya Ste-on.
Canons and Akathists
Akathist to the Most Holy Theotokos in front of the icon "Indestructible Wall"
Kondak 1
Chosen from all generations of the Mother of God and the Queen, before Her most pure image, Indestructible Wall named, we bring you thanksgiving laudatory singing, O Gracious One. But you, as if having incomprehensible power and unspeakable love, save us from all troubles and sorrows, let us call Ty: Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Ikos 1
An intercessor angel was sent quickly from God to You, Most Pure, to announce to You the joy of the world, as if you were pregnant from the Holy Spirit in the womb of Your God the Word, the Savior of the world. But we, leading the fulfillment of this annunciation, believe that the Lord is to Thee, Most Blessed, reveal the Indestructible Wall and protect us from all sin, troubles and misfortunes. For this sake, we bless Thee, O Theotokos, and joyfully cry out: Rejoice, for the Lord is with Thee and Thee is with us; Rejoice, for in Cana of Galilee you appeared as an intercessor to your Son about the people. Rejoice, as with Your omophorion the clouds cover the faithful more broadly; Rejoice, for with Your laziness you wipe away the tears of the afflicted. Rejoice, as you lift up your hands to protect us from all filth; rejoice, for according to your word you are now and forever blessed. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 2
Seeing the prophets with their smart eyes with their smart eyes, Your grace-filled appearance, proclaiming the Nativity in the flesh from You the Son of God, and knowing all the reality of the prophetic broadcasts, reverently cry out to God: Alleluia.
Ikos 2
Having a blessed mind, Jacob, Moses, David and many others in words, visions, dreaming of Your wonderful Christmas and the mystery of Your Ever-Virginity depict. But we, who cannot understand the full power of prophetic broadcasts, from the depths of our believing hearts with love we sing to You: Rejoice, high Ladder, uniting the earth with Heaven; rejoice, God, who appeared on earth, who carried in your womb and as if Burning bush incorruptible abiding. Rejoice, luminiferous Cloud, from Him is the Lord of all, like rain on a fleece, on the ground below; Rejoice, as the Life-Giving Source, warming hunger and thirst for eternal truth in people. Rejoice, Christ, the manna of life, which has contained in Your womb and nourishes our souls with the bread of immortality; Rejoice, wonderful Wand, decorating with the flowers of the virtues of the faithful. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 3
The power of the Most High Autumn is Thee, Most Pure, having made Thee the Mother of the Lord, and after Thy Nativity abides abundantly in Thee, Mother of God. Rejoicing at such God's good will, to Thee who was, all, praising the Savior of the world, we cry joyfully to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 3
Possessing abundant grace of God in Yourself, You, Immaculate One, gave all Your life to the good cares of Your Son and the Lord, keeping all His words in Your heart. But we, sinners, remember Your mournful life on earth, we say to You the following praises: Rejoice, O Lord of the universe in a wretched den; Rejoice, thou who fled into Egypt from the lawless Herod with thy Son. Rejoice, thou who didst seek His Son with great sorrow in Jerusalem during the days of Pascha; Rejoice, contemplating hatred and envy of Your Son from His enemies with a sorrowful heart. Rejoice, thou who didst crucify Him with a motherly heart, when Thou didst contemplate His suffering and death on the Cross on the Cross; Rejoice, in John the Theologian you found your son according to the word of Jesus. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 4
Our Russian country is repeatedly tested by a storm of invasion of foreigners, and in severe trials our fathers cry out for help to the Blessed Virgin Mary. That Bo, like the Indestructible Wall, by His intercession at the Throne of His Son and God, gracefully sends down His strength, and with the hope of helping the Mother of God, the people of Russia drive out the hordes of the enemy from the Russian borders. For this sake, praising the Mother of God, we joyfully sing to the Lord: Alleluia.
Ikos 4
The whole world hears and knows that the Most Holy Theotokos kindles courage in the hearts of the Russian people, and gives strength to the exploits and defense of the fatherland, borimago from foreigners, and sends Her grace-filled help to all the Russian army. Confessing such our faith and the miraculous intercession of the Queen of Heaven during the days of warlike invasions on our land, we sing like this to the Blessed One: Rejoice, help to the Russian people against enemies; Rejoice, blessed reinforcement of our land for the expulsion of foreigners. Rejoice, secret admonition and wisdom of the leaders of the Russian army; Rejoice, shame of the haters of the human race. Rejoice, formidable Punisher who kindles the flame of enmity; Rejoice, irresistible Helper of all those who care about the peace of the whole world. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 5
The divine star appeared to you, Blessed One, to all those wandering in the darkness of passions and vices, with your admonition, many and serious sinners turn away from lawless deeds and resort to God with repentance, crying out to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 5
Seeing the Most Merciful Mistress of the death of many souls, raped into the power of sin and filth by Satan, out of inexpressible love for the human race, she anticipates them to help, turns them away from the path of disastrous and instructs them on the path of salvation. Rejoicing in the wondrous mercy of the Queen of Heaven, all the faithful say so: Rejoice, showing us the way of salvation; Rejoice, forbidding pride and anger in our hearts. Rejoice, strict admonition to gluttons and drunkards; Rejoice, lazy and weak-willed strong motivation. Rejoice, leading those living fornication to repentance; Rejoice, sinners who come running to You with faith, speedy correction. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 6
Preachers of miracles, from Your icons revealed, our pious fathers, by You, the Mother of God, saved and delivered from troubles and misfortunes. The same thanks to God, who gave such a good Intercessor to the human race, all silent lips sing to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 6
Ascend the light of Thy inexpressible goodness, Blessed, to all those who mourn, weep, to all of us, in temptation to those who exist, for through our tearful prayers, You, the Mother of God, are granted us a miraculous deliverance from troubles. Both having no words worthy of praising Thee for Thy mercy to all, with sinful lips we exclaim to Thee in tenderness: Rejoice, turning our sorrows and tears into joy; Rejoice, O Merciful Helper, exhausted in temptations. Rejoice, saving our houses from fire and other destruction; rejoice, from aunts and evil people faithful protector. Rejoice, destroyer of slander and intrigues of our enemies; Rejoice, overcoming the fear of death and sudden death in our souls. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 7
Although the All-Merciful Lord reveals His Divine love for us unworthy, bestowing on us Your icon of God, the Indestructible Wall called, but seeing miracles, from the holy icon, all people with faith and hope for Your miraculous help with tenderness cry out to the Source of miracles to the Lord: Alleluia.
Ikos 7
A new testimony is always inherent in You, Most Pure One, the Creator showed us grace and miraculous powers, when Your marvelous image, depicted on the altar wall of the ancient St. Sophia Cathedral in the city of Kyiv, is depicted intact for nine centuries, the hordes of the filthy enemies of the Orthodox faith did not dare to damage this grace-filled image, guarded by your power. Truly, to us, sinners and mourners, this holy icon is an Indestructible Wall, inspiring all the faithful to proclaim to You: Rejoice, clothed in a chiton, shining with heavenly light; Rejoice, showing unceasing prayer for the whole world by the uplifting of Your most pure hands. Rejoice, for do not harm your honest image and the length of the ages; rejoice, as this image remains in all its beauty even after the invasion of the enemy's power. Rejoice, for in this way the heart of those who pray is reverently touched; Rejoice, as the grace-filled power, inherent in this image of Yours, frightens the demons. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 8
It is strange for unbelievers to hear that You, Bogomati, have a special care for infants. We, remembering the words of our Lord, rekshago: leave the children, come to Me, such is the Kingdom of God, with firm faith we confess that You, Most Holy Virgin, protect babies and their mothers with Your love, and we cry to Your Son: Alleluia.
Ikos 8
With all your heart, the Queen of the world, every creature of God is loving and lift up prayers for everyone to your Son, like a Mother in the flesh of the Son of God, you do not closely accommodate the sorrows and labors of mothers in your soul. For this sake, as the Mother of the Divine Infant Jesus, we sing to Ty: Rejoice, faithful Helper and refuge of mothers who give birth; Rejoice, protection and strength of babies. Rejoice, quenching maternal sorrows; Rejoice, preserving all infantile age. Rejoice, good Instructor of pious mothers in raising children; Rejoice, Healer helpless babies in illness. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 9
Every angelic and human nature sings of Your ever-virginal purity, Immaculate, for this we honor You, as the vigilant Guardian of the purity of virgins, the purity of widows, the chastity of young men; and we entrust every age of people to you, may you keep them in holiness, singing to your Son: Alleluia.
Ikos 9
Vitia the wise cannot contain in their hearts the truth of Yours, Mother of God, Ever-Virginity. But we, believing in the power of incomprehensible secrets, reverently praise Thee: Rejoice, for the Bridegroom, the reddest more than all the sons of men, desired Thy red and bright kindness; Rejoice, for this Bridegroom combines virginity and Christmas in You. Rejoice, wise Instructor of immaculate virginity; Rejoice, keeping the widows of the pious in celibacy. Rejoice, instructing pure virgins and widows for the glory of Christ for the good of their neighbors; Rejoice, thou who art able to accommodate all those who are able on the path of chastity. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 10
Save wanting people You, O Lady, vigilantly guard your sanctity of an honest marriage and tell those who are in marriage to keep the commandments of the Lord: raise your children according to God and teach them to do the work of mercy. Thanks to God, who gave us such a wise Mentor, we sing to Him from the bottom of our hearts: Alleluia.
Ikos 10
Thou art the wall and Guardian of the pious Christian families, Blessed Virgin, wisely instruct the believers in marriage life, as if to take a good yoke and keep fidelity to each other until death. For this sake, we, rejoicing in Your care for a good Christian marriage, taco with tenderness to You say: Rejoice, blessing an honest marriage; Rejoice, according to the teachings of Christ and the apostles, instructing spouses to live. Rejoice, for those who live in marriage put love and unanimity into their hearts; Rejoice, protector of family ties. Rejoice, good Guardian of the home Church; Rejoice, formidable accuser of adultery. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 11
The all-moving singing brings Thee, the Blessed One, the whole Christian race, seeing Thee, like the all-powerful Prayer for the whole world. But you, Mother of God, accept the prayers of the young, and do not despise the prayers of the weak elders and old women, instruct the young in good deeds for salvation, but remind the elder of their imminent relocation to the afterlife. For this reason, praying to the Lord to grant us all the memory of death, we cry out to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 11
The teaching of Christ the Savior about the life of the future age is an instructive and luminous luminary in our sinful life, but You, All-Merciful, kindle in our hearts the grace-filled desire to be cleansed from sins by repentance and good deeds decorate your life. Rejoicing in Your care for us, oh hedgehog receive us eternal salvation, with tears of tenderness we cry out to Thee: Rejoice, showing a fair amount of love for the weak old man; Rejoice, faithful people who want to end their lives in piety, All-good Helper. Rejoice, aged parents, abandoned by their children, under the roof of Your honest host; Rejoice, such cruel children, neglecting their elders, formidable Punisher. Rejoice, reminding us all of the terrible Second Coming of Christ; Rejoice, O warm prayer book for the souls of the reposed faithful servants of God. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 12
Grace Divine clearly abides in Your miraculous icon worthy and righteous for our consolation, called the Indestructible Wall. Pouring out our joys and sorrows before this icon, we pray to Thee, Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, do not leave us with Your intercession, but gratefully we cry to the Lord for You: Alleluia.
Ikos 12
Singing Your powerful intercession for the whole world, remembering the miracles that You revealed through Your holy icon, the Indestructible Wall, we pray to Thee, the zealous Intercessor: be an unceasing Helper to our country, implore Your Son, fulfilling Your prayers, to establish in the whole world the peace desired by the peoples, yes all they will gratefully praise Thee: Rejoice, rejoicing at the appearance of Your Son and His Resurrection; Rejoice, in Thy immortal Assumption Thy soul joyfully betrayed in His hand. Rejoice, strengthening the good shepherds on their way of the cross; Rejoice, invisible help leading the monastic life. Rejoice, guarding this temple and those praying in it with Your grace; Rejoice, unchanging Protection of our Fatherland and the Indestructible Wall. Rejoice, Mother of God, Indestructible Wall, Our Intercessor and consolation.
Kondak 13
O All-Singing Mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, now accept this small prayer, protect us from sins and all kinds of filth, deliver us from the troubles and needs that come upon us, save us from despondency and despair, human slander, unbearable illnesses, but with Your prayers you have become on the path of salvation eternal, let us thankfully sing to Your Son: Alleluia.
(This kontakion is read three times, then ikos 1 and kontakion 1)
Since ancient times, people need protection and help, so they turn to the Higher powers and do it using shrines. Great importance has the “Indestructible Wall” icon, so you need to know what it helps with. This image is also called "The Goalkeeper". This image is known as the "Oranta-Defender", which for a huge amount of time cannot be destroyed. natural disasters, wars and other troubles.
Before understanding the meaning of the icon of the Mother of God "Indestructible Wall", let's consider what exactly is depicted on it. The Mother of God is represented in blue clothes, which symbolizes the sky, and she stands on a stone of gold, which has the shape of a quadrangle. Behind the belt of the Mother of God is a scarf with which she wipes the tears of grieving people. It is surrounded by gold - a symbol of the Holy Spirit. Another one important detail- The Virgin raises her hands up, which personifies intercession before.
The meaning of the icon of the Virgin "Indestructible wall"
It is believed that the name of the icon is due to the fact that the well-known Kyiv icon of the Mother of God, made of mosaic, has not been damaged in any way for several centuries, which has become a symbol of strength and resistance to adversity. Since then, people believe that it is the "Indestructible Wall" that protects them from the elements, enemies and other negativity. People turn to the icon to be healed of both bodily and mental ailments.
The Mother of God protects people from various misfortunes, curses and attacks of enemies. It's believed that Higher power are a wall that repels negativity. It is important to know not only the meaning of the “Indestructible Wall” icon, but also where exactly it is better to hang it. The best place for the image, the wall located opposite the front door is considered. Another perfect place for this icon - over front door. This is important so that the Mother of God observes every person who enters the house. In the event that the guest has bad thoughts, he will have an awkward feeling and a desire to leave the room as soon as possible. 
You can hang the icon in a specially designated place - the iconostasis. before the image is recommended if you have to leave home for a long time. It is important that there are no foreign objects near the image. You can not place the face of the Virgin in the corner, as well as next to the TV and any other equipment.
The prayer to the Mother of God in front of the icon "Indestructible Wall" sounds like this:
“Mistress Immaculate, not for nothing called the “Indestructible Wall”, be an obstacle to all those who plot enmity and evil against me, my loved ones and my home. Become an indestructible fortress for us, protecting us and our home from all sorts of troubles and difficult circumstances. Amen".
