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- Collection: Ιερά Μονή Αγίου Νεοφύτου, Το μοναστήρι
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Archangel Michael and Gabriel at the two sides of the Recess of the Holy Cross
The Archangels Michael and Gabriel stand either side of the recess of the wooden Holy Cross while keeping a decorated box of incense. The wall-painting is found on the east wall of the Naos in the Enkleistra.
The Descent from the Cross
Joseph of Arimathea or Nicodemos is embracing the body of Jesus, holding a shroud to embalm him in it. Virgin Mary is holding tenderly His right hand close to her face while John his disciple is on his knees showing his adoration to him. The…
Military Saints
This wall-painting of the three military saints semi-destroyed is found on the east wall of the Enkleistra. The inscription near the shoulder of one of them reads : ''stratelates'' which means ''commander of an army''.
The Hospitality of Abraham
Abraham is offering hospitality to the Three Angels depicted blessing with their right hand. Abraham and Sarra are serving at the table. The wall - painting is found on the south wall of the Naos of the Enkleistra and was renovated in 1503 A.D.
The Great Supplication (Deesis)
In the middle of the wall-painting, Christ is seated on a throne. With his right hand He is blessing and with the left hand He holds a closed book. On the right is Virgin Mary with her hands outstretched in supplication and left is depicted John…
Saint Andrew the Fool for Christ
Saint Andrew the Fool for Christ is depicted holding a bouquet. The wall - painting is found above the headrest where Saint Neophytos was lying to sleep in the Enkleistra.
The Crucifixion
Christ's representation has suffered severe damage. On the right of the Cross stands Saint John the Evangelist and behind him Saint Logginus. On the left side of the Cross we see a purple line that could have belonged only to the maphorion of the…
Prophet Daniel
This wall-painting of Prophet Daniel is the only complete painting on the ceiling of the Enkleistra. The rim of the medallion surrounding the icon is purple and the field inside the rim is blue. Prophet Daniel is depicted with curly hair and wearing…
The Resurrection (Anastasis)
Christ is depicted standing over the smashed Gates of Hell and pulling Adam with his left hand in order to resurrect him. Eve is depicted behind Adam. On the left of Christ, the prophets David, Solomon and John the Baptist are painted coming out of…
Archangel Gabriel
This wall-painting is part of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary. It is found in the Bema right and above the entrance to the Enkleistra. Archangel Gabriel with open wings raises his right hand and blesses Virgin Mary.