Handmade Wooden Greek Orthodox Icon “Panagia Eptaspathi (Virgin Mary of the Seven Swords)” 19x13cm with Craquelure Effect – Byzantine Icon of the Mother of Sorrows

“Panagia Eptaspathi”, also known as “Virgin Mary of the Seven Swords” or “Softener of Evil Hearts”, portrays the Theotokos without the Christ Child, her heart pierced by seven swords—three on each side and one from below—symbolizing the fulfillment of Saint Symeon’s prophecy and the fullness of the pain she endured as the Mother who witnessed Christ’s Passion and Crucifixion. The seven swords express both her own seven sorrows and the victory, by her prayers, over different forms of evil – magic, illnesses, family troubles, accidents, slander, injustice, deception, and deep inner anguish – which is why many faithful place this icon in their homes asking that hardened hearts be softened, conflicts healed, and hatred transformed into repentance and mercy.​ This 19x13cm handmade wooden icon with craquelure (antique) finish is perfect for a home prayer corner, chapels, counseling rooms, and memorial spaces, and makes a powerful, blessed gift for those going through grief, family crises, or emotional turmoil, as a constant reminder that the Mother of God, Virgin of the Seven Swords, shares in human suffering and, through her intercession, helps turn sorrow into healing, reconciliation, and peace.