Archangel Gabriel

Iconostasis

Archangel Gabriel was the one who told Virgin Mary, that she would give birth to Jesus Christ, and later on announced to the women at the tomb of Jesus, that Jesus had resurrected. He is often depicted holding a lily, which symbolizes purity and good news, and he is often dressed in white or blue garbs. He is seen as the Angel of Mercy.

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