The Face of Light
St Sophrony's Icons of Christ
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God becomes tangible through the icon. In this book, the reader is invited to share in the life-long journey of St Sophrony in his striving to depict the Face of our Lord and Creator, Jesus Christ.
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The purpose of this book is to present the icons St Sophrony created in his search to depict the Face of Christ. It was my hope to allow the icons and murals to speak for themselves. However, since our modern minds are accustomed to fast and ever-changing visual imagery, I have added quotes from St Sophrony’s writings in order to encourage the reader to pause and have a fuller experience viewing the Presence of the images. The only picture in this book that was not painted by St Sophrony is the Turin Shroud, which was his constant source of inspiration, and, according to the saint, was made by God Himself.
The images are presented in the order in which they were created. References to quotes and icons are listed as endnotes. Any mistakes or omissions are entirely my own.
Contents
Introduction
The Face of Light, St Sophrony’s Icons of Christ, by Sister Gabriela
The Holy Trinity
Some reflections on Christ, by St Sophrony
The illustrations
Quote references and comments on the illustrations
List of books quoted
Post scriptum
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Sister Gabriela
Sister Gabriela joined the Community of Saint John the Baptist in 1983 after studying iconography in Paris on Saint Sophrony’s insistence. She was part of the team which was painting the murals of Saint Silouan’s Chapel and worked closely with the saint. After the mural work, Saint Sophrony continued to teach her the art of icon painting, and she assisted him in some larger works. Since his repose, to the extent that she has been able to understand them, she has tried to further his vision and ideas in various artistic projects.
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Steve Hellyer –
This beautiful book is permanently propped open on my bookshelves at eye-level; at the start of each week I turn the page, and daily through the week spend some moments standing before the image and reflecting on the accompanying words; I have done so now for 50 weeks since buying it in October 2024, and it has become such a moving, deep and lasting blessing to me. Thank you!
David Kidman (verified owner) –
Beautiful images with inspiring words of love, compassion and benevolence. A wonderful book I’m pleased to include in my collection.
Tony Nelson (verified owner) –
This is a wonderful book. The icons are beautifully reproduced and the reflective comments make you stop and think before turning the page. Be prepared to be challenged and encouraged and blessed.