The KYRIOTISSA is the
enthroned Mother of God. Mary is seated with the holy child on
her lap, appearing solemn and majestic. Often archangels are
pictured, either as bodyguards or in positions of veneration.
The Third Ecumenical Council held in
Ephesus (431 AD) proclaimed Mary to truly be Mother of God.
Since that time the Church starts to represent the Mother of God
sitting solemnly on the throne with the divine Child sitting on
her lap. This icon is behind the Holy Altar at Holy Ghost
Church.
