{"product_id":"parable-of-the-sower-orthodox-icon","title":"Parable of the Sower Orthodox Icon | 18kt Gold Leaf Byzantine Icon","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"396\" data-start=\"366\"\u003eAvailable in two authentic finishes: Masterwork Raised Icon and Classic Flat Wood Icon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"396\" data-start=\"366\"\u003eMasterwork Raised Icon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"437\" data-start=\"397\"\u003e18 × 24 cm (approximately 7 × 9½ inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"616\" data-start=\"439\"\u003e• Raised carved wooden panel\u003cbr data-end=\"470\" data-start=\"467\"\u003e• Expanded 18kt gold leaf border\u003cbr data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"502\"\u003e• Deeper dimensional presentation\u003cbr data-end=\"541\" data-start=\"538\"\u003e• Traditional red frame\u003cbr data-end=\"567\" data-start=\"564\"\u003e• Museum-quality seriography\u003cbr data-end=\"598\" data-start=\"595\"\u003e• Made in Greece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"901\" data-start=\"871\"\u003eClassic Flat Wood Icon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"902\"\u003e18 × 25 cm (approximately 7 × 9¾ inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1123\" data-start=\"944\"\u003e• Smooth solid wood panel\u003cbr data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"969\"\u003e• 18kt gold leaf within the icon\u003cbr data-end=\"1007\" data-start=\"1004\"\u003e• Traditional red border\u003cbr data-end=\"1034\" data-start=\"1031\"\u003e• Lightweight and streamlined profile\u003cbr data-end=\"1074\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003e• Museum-quality seriography\u003cbr data-end=\"1105\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003e• Made in Greece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"724\" data-start=\"421\"\u003eCrafted in Greece by skilled iconographers, this icon follows canonical form—each line, gesture, and color chosen with prayerful intention. The gold leaf background symbolizes the uncreated light of God’s Kingdom, drawing the viewer beyond earthly time and into the eternal victory of Christ over death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"876\" data-start=\"873\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eThe Meaning of the Parable of the Sower Icon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eIn this icon, Christ is depicted as the Sower, casting seed across different kinds of soil. The image draws from His teaching that the seed is the Word of God, and the soil is the human heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eSome seed falls on hardened ground — hearts closed by indifference. Some among thorns — lives choked by distraction and worldly concerns. Some upon rocky soil — faith without depth. And some upon fertile earth — hearts prepared to receive and bear fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eThe icon is not merely illustrative; it is diagnostic. It asks a question of the viewer: What kind of soil are you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2430\"\u003eChrist’s gesture in the icon is generous and abundant. He does not ration the seed. Grace is offered freely. The difference lies in receptivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003eThis icon calls the faithful to spiritual vigilance — to soften the heart, uproot distractions, and cultivate interior depth so that the Word may take root. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Orthodox Icons","offers":[{"title":"Classic Flat Wood Icon","offer_id":53904868245833,"sku":null,"price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Masterwork Raised Icon","offer_id":53904868213065,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/8936\/6857\/files\/827C2207-8096-4872-B3DB-51A776BE6520.jpg?v=1779825062","url":"https:\/\/easternorthodoxicons.com\/products\/parable-of-the-sower-orthodox-icon","provider":"Eastern Orthodox Icons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}