First prayer
O Most Holy Virgin! You are the Bride of God the Father and the Mother of His Divine Son Jesus Christ! You are the Queen of Angels and the salvation of people, the accuser of sinners and the punisher of apostates. Have mercy on us too, who have gravely sinned and failed to fulfill the commandments of God, who have broken the vows of baptism and vows of monasticism and many others that we promised to fulfill. When the Holy Spirit retreated from King Saul, then fear and despondency attacked him and the darkness of despair and a joyless state of soul tormented him. Now, for our sins, we have all lost the grace of the Holy Spirit. The mind has become fussy with vanity of thoughts, oblivion about God has darkened our souls, and now all kinds of sadness, sorrow, illness, hatred, evil, enmity, vindictiveness, gloating, and other sins oppress the heart. And, having no joy and consolation, we call to You, Mother of our God Jesus Christ, and beg Your Son to forgive us all our sins and send the Comforter Spirit to us, as He sent Him to the apostles, so that, comforted and enlightened by Him, we will sing a song of thanks to You : Rejoice, Holy Mother of God, who has added wisdom to our salvation. Amen.
Second prayer
My most blessed Queen, my most holy Hope, friend to the orphans and the strange intercessor, help to the needy and protection of the embittered, behold my misfortune, behold my sorrow; I am overwhelmed by temptation everywhere, but there is no intercessor. You Yourself, help me as I am weak, nourish me as I am strange, guide me as I am lost, heal and save me as I am hopeless. There are no imams of other help, no imams of other hope, unless You, Lady, help us, we rely on You and boast in You, for we are Your servants, let us not be ashamed. We take refuge under Your mercy, Virgin Mother of God, do not despise our prayers in sorrow, but deliver us from troubles, O pure and blessed One. Amen.
Prayer three
Most Pure Mother of God, the House in which the Wisdom of God created for Himself, the Giver of spiritual gifts, raising our minds from the world to the worldly and leading everyone to the knowledge of reason! Receive prayerful singing from us, Thy unworthy servants, who bow with faith and tenderness before Thy most pure image. Pray to Thy Son and our God to grant to our rulers wisdom and strength, to judges truth and impartiality, to shepherds spiritual wisdom, zeal and vigilance for our souls, to mentors humility, to children obedience, to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of humility and meekness, spirit of purity and truth. And now, our All-Singing, All-Beloved Mother, give us an increase in intelligence, pacify, unite those who exist in enmity and division and lay down for them an insoluble bond of love, convert all those who have gone astray from foolishness to the light of the truth of Christ, instruct the fear of God, abstinence and hard work, the word of wisdom and Grant soul-helping knowledge to those who ask, cover us with eternal joy, the brightest Cherubim and the most honest Seraphim. We, seeing the glorious deeds and manifold wisdom of God in the world and our life, will remove ourselves from earthly vanities and unnecessary worldly cares, and will raise our minds and hearts to Heaven, as if by Your intercession and help glory, praise, thanksgiving and worship for all in the Trinity We send our praises to the glorious God and Creator of all, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
Prayer four
Wisdom to the Teacher and Giver of meaning, to the unwise to the Enlightener and the Intercessor of the poor, Mother of Christ our God, strengthen, enlighten my heart, O Lady, and add to my understanding, praying fervently to Christ. Give me a word, O You who gave birth to the Father’s Word, so that you may boldly ask Your Son for us. Amen.
Icon Mother of God Increased intelligence - prayer for help in studying
The image has a special grace to help in studies and exams. Prayer in front of the “Increase in Mind” icon is an appeal to the Queen of Heaven in troubles and difficulties with school and work
Icon “Increasing your mind” - prayer for help in studying, before an exam
The miraculous icon of the Mother of God “Addition of Mind” has a special, as the name implies, grace to help in learning, in the ability to understand new knowledge. The Most Holy Theotokos is alone, but Church tradition testifies that She gives help in different areas life through their various miraculous icons. Many people have a favorite image of the Virgin Mary that is especially close to their hearts.
The prayer before the icon of the Mother of God “Increasing the mind” is an appeal to the Queen of Heaven in troubles and difficulties with school and work, as well as in case of mental disorders. In this icon, the Mother of God is depicted standing and holding the Child Christ in her right hand, who blesses those praying.
This image is truly miraculous, and there has been evidence of wondrous signs from it for several centuries.
The meaning of the icon of the Mother of God “Addition of Mind” and the iconography of the image
In the icon, believers appear the Mother of God with the Infant Christ seated on Her left hand.
A very noticeable detail of the icon is the mandorla. This is an oval radiance around the Mother of God and the Child, in which they stand on the icon as if on fire.
It is also interesting that, on top of their clothes, the Virgin and Child are wrapped, as it were, in a common cloak - a red royal robe with gold patterns called the dalmatic.
On the head of the Most Pure Virgin there is a crown, or rather, a decorated royal crown, which, according to Byzantine tradition, tapers somewhat downward. Both the outerwear and the head cover - maforium - are bright red, scarlet or crimson, symbolizing, like the crown, the Royal dignity of the Lady of Heaven and Earth.
The baby holds a scepter in his hand - a symbol of power.
The fingers of the one blessing the Baby are folded in a special gesture of a name-based blessing, which sends down grace and is used by priests in the Orthodox Church today. The meaning of this gesture on the icon and in life is a blessing in the name of Jesus Christ. Fingers right hand at the same time they are folded, forming the monogram IC XC, where the straight index finger is the letter “I” of the Greek alphabet, the middle and little fingers are two letters “C”, and the letter “X” is formed by the crossed thumb and ring fingers.
With their feet, the Mother of God and the Child rest on a cloud, which is supported by a Cherub (Heavenly being, one of the Angelic Forces in the form of a head surrounded by wings). Above Ney are three more Seraphim, also from the Angelic Forces.
Around the Mother of God are four angels with shining candles, symbolizing the glory of the Mother of God and Her enlightenment of the mind; they also rest on the clouds.
The Mother of God stands as if in an arch, inside of which is the night sky with stars, and lamps hang on the sides. The light of the stars and lamps also means that the Mother of God enlightens the minds with Her grace, thanks to Her and Her Son, the stars shine, and the lamps and candles burn.
Below is the city as a symbol of Heavenly Jerusalem - the Kingdom of God, paradise.
It is important that both the Mother of God and Her Divine Son have symbols of power, as if together ruling the universe, sharing the Divine glory. This icon belongs to the “akathist” icons. Their meaning is to glorify the Queen of Heaven, to sing of her greatness. This type of icon is distinguished by royal symbols and the solemn pose of the Mother of God.
History of the Icon of the Mother of God “Addition of Mind”
According to legend, during the time of the church schism (Old Believers did not accept the edits of church books and three-finger baptism introduced by Patriarch Nikon) in the 17th century, one icon painter tried, but could not understand how to pray correctly, which side to take, whether of the Patriarch or ancient traditions. He simply went crazy, but during periods of enlightenment he prayed for help to the Most Holy Theotokos. Then She Herself appeared to him in a vision and blessed him to paint Her image. As soon as he completed the icon, he was healed of mental illness and regained his sanity.
Art historians also know that a similar Russian image exists in Italy: in the city of Loreto there is a carved wooden statue of the Virgin and Child, wrapped in a dalmatic cloak. On the one hand, art historians decided that the “Adding Mind” icon could quickly spread in Russia under the influence of Italian engravings of the Virgin of Loretto, on the other hand, Italians began to venerate the Russian Orthodox image “Adding Mind.”
Where to find the miraculous icon and lists of the image “Increasing the Mind”
The original icon was in the Transfiguration Cathedral in the city of Rybinsk, but was lost.
For today oldest list The image is located in the Church of the Intercession in the city of Romanovo-Borisoglebsk, which is downstream of the Volga, between Rybinsk and Yaroslavl. Perhaps this is the miraculous image transported from Rybinsk.
Day of Remembrance of the miraculous image “Adding the Mind” once a year - August 28, on the day of the Assumption Holy Mother of God and the memory of the icon of Sophia, the Wisdom of God.
On these days, the All-Night Vigil is celebrated the day before, and on the day of remembrance of the image Divine Liturgy, behind which special songs are sung short prayers Icon “Addition of Mind”: troparia and kontakion.
On August 27 and 28, the icon is brought to the middle of each Orthodox church, and in the Rybinsk diocese, the center of veneration for the “Addition of the Mind,” religious processions are held with the original image. A short prayer The Mother of God before the icon “Addition of the Mind” can be read online in Russian at any time:
O Glorious Mother of Christ our God, Giver of good gifts, preserve the entire universe with Your mercy, give us, Your servants, wisdom and intelligence, enlighten our souls with the light of Your Son, the only One praised by all, glorified by the Angelic Powers, Cherubim and Seraphim.
Enlightening us with the Light of Christ, we praise You, Most Pure Mother of the Lord, Ruler of the entire Universe, the Beauty of the real and spiritual world, the Virgin illuminating us with the rays of Life.
How does the “Increase in Mind” icon help and how to pray in front of it
In front of this icon, they ask the Mother of God and the Lord Himself - the Source of wisdom, Truth and reason - for admonition, help in learning and mastering new knowledge, employment and understanding new job, about help in raising children.
The miraculous icon of the Mother of God “Increasing the Mind” helps in many difficulties:
- In case of academic failure among students and schoolchildren;
- About children, help in their restlessness and difficulties of school life;
- About the mentally ill, mentally ill;
- In delays mental development children and adults;
- With absent-mindedness, difficulties in concentrating;
- The need to master new knowledge, improve skills at work;
- IN difficult work, writing diplomas and dissertations, creating scientific projects;
- For new ideas, right decisions;
- According to the observations of villagers, prayer in front of the “Increase in Mind” icon saves in case of fever, large insect bites, or attacks by dangerous animals;
- In winds and natural disasters;
- Prayer in front of this icon inspires hope for the best and bestows true Grace. Trust in the Lord, faith in the help of His Mother - this is the guarantee of spiritual life and deliverance from all misfortunes.
Truly, melancholy, depression and despair are mortal sins, as the Church says. They can break a person more than the everyday difficulties themselves, which we often attach too much great value.
Prayer for studying, before an exam, to the “Increasing Mind” icon
Before passing important exams, people turn to the Lord and the Mother of God for help. For many, this is their first visit to the temple or even their first prayer. Everyone understands that no matter how much one prepares, there is always an element of chance that can ruin many efforts.
Psychologists advise having confidence in your abilities before the exam. That is why even they encourage turning to various talismans, lucky hands, going through the fifth turnstile in the subway, affirmations, and so on - the main thing is to be calm and believe in the best.
Prayer is the most the right remedy. After all, this is not only complacency, but also an appeal to God and His saints, an understanding that all events in a person’s life are in the hands of God and you trust Him, the Helper of all people.
Any prayer is a conversation between a believing soul and the Lord, His Mother and the saints. Prayer is a means of healing heart wounds, anxieties and illnesses. With the words of prayer, you give the Lord the opportunity to help you with His will, you let the care of God and the Mother of God into your life. You can ask the Most Holy Theotokos for any good deed you need.
You can pray at any time of the day. Orthodox Church determined the words of the morning prayers and evening prayers for Christians - when reading from the prayer book, they take about 10 minutes. Among these prayers there are appeals to the Mother of God. You can supplement them or pray during the day, addressing the Mother of God in your own words or prayers given on our website. It is important not just to say words, but to pray with sincere faith, from the heart.
You can visit any Orthodox church- perhaps there will be an icon “Increasing the Mind” - or purchase it for home prayer.
When praying at home or in church, light a thin church candle in front of it.
After prayer, you can kiss the icon: cross yourself twice, kiss the hand or the edge of the garment of the image on the icon, cross yourself again.
Read the prayer with attention, remain in communion with the Mother of God, turn to Her as if she were alive. Tell us in your own words about trouble and sorrow, ask for help.
The prayer before the icon of the Mother of God “Addition of the mind” can be read online in Russian:
“Oh Holy Virgin! You are the Immaculate Bride of God the Father and the Mother of His Divine Son Jesus Christ! You are the Queen of Angels and the salvation of people, the Accuser of sinners, the Punisher of apostates. Have mercy on us too, who have committed grave sins, who have not fulfilled the commandments of God, who have broken the vows of baptism and monasticism, many promises that we swore to fulfill.
When the Holy Spirit left King Saul, fear and despondency attacked him, melancholy and despondency of his soul tormented him. Now, because of our sins, we are left without the grace of the Holy Spirit. Our minds have been spoiled by vanity, we have forgotten about God and darkened our souls, and now our hearts are oppressed by sorrows, sorrows, illnesses, hatred, evil, enmity, vindictiveness, gloating and many other sins. Lacking joy and consolation, we ask You, Mother of our God Jesus Christ, ask Your Son to forgive us our iniquities and send down to us His Spirit, the good Comforter, as He sent Him to the apostles, so that those comforted by You and enlightened by the Holy Spirit will sing a song of thanksgiving to You We exalted: Rejoice, Mother of God, our Queen of Heaven, who for the sake of our salvation adds to our minds. Amen".
Through the prayers of the Most Holy Theotokos, may the Lord protect you!
Among Orthodox icons of the Mother of God, the “Addition of the Mind” icon appears quite unusual. The peculiarity of this rare iconography is that the Virgin Mary and Christ are depicted swaddled together in liturgical vestments - a phelonion. The iconography of “Addition of Mind” is complex and somewhat unusual. How unusual is the history of this icon.
At the beginning of the 20th century, Russian researcher Andrei Alexandrovia Titov established that the prototype of the icon of the Mother of God “Addition of Mind” was the statue of Our Lady from the city of Loreto in Italy:
“In Loreto there is the Holy House or Holy Hut, where the image of Our Lady is placed. This image is made entirely of cedar wood, covered entirely with diamond rivieras and strings of pearls. The image of the Mother of God, in general, is similar to our “Addition of Mind” icon, which is of Western origin, only remade in the “Moscow manner”.
It is believed that the first images of Our Lady of Loreta appeared in Rus' after Russian pilgrims visited the Holy House in the 16th century. In May 1524, Pope Clement VII entered into correspondence with Grand Duke Vasily III, offering friendship and alliance. Vasily Ivanovich sent Dmitry Gerasimov and Eremey Trusov to the pope for negotiations. The Pope recommended that the Moscow ambassadors visit Loreto and inspect ancient temple. After this journey, a written testimony remained entitled “The Tale of the Church of the Holy Mother of God, in which Joachim and Anna were born.” This story spread throughout Rus' in numerous lists. Soon after this, the testimony of the image of Our Lady of Loreto was embodied not only in words, but also in colors. According to the research of A. A. Titov, after the great Moscow fire of 1574, an icon was painted from the image of the Loretskaya Mother of God in the “Moscow manner”, among other new images of Pskov and Novgorod icon painters summoned to Moscow by order of Tsar Ivan the Terrible, son of Vasily III A legend has been preserved that the icon with the title “Addition of the Mind” was painted by one icon painter after a vision of the Mother of God, according to Her instructions, in the 17th century.
This miraculous image was described in detail in his research by A. A. Titov. An ancient legend about an ancient miraculous icon written down by him from the words of the rector of the Cathedral of the Exaltation of the Cross in the city of Romanov, Archpriest Vladimir Miroslavsky:
Not long after Patriarch Nikon, a pious man lived in Moscow. He read a lot of church books of Joseph's time, and then began to read books corrected by Patriarch Nikon... He began to think and reflect a lot: will he be right before God, and what books should he follow in order to be saved; He thought for a long time, but could not solve the problem and went crazy. When consciousness returned to him, he prayed to the Mother of God to restore his reason...
He was followed by a vision of the Mother of God. She commanded him to paint an image in the form in which She appeared to him, and to pray before him, and promised that if he fulfilled this, he would be healthy. That man was an icon painter. After the vision, when his consciousness returned to him and his mind became clearer, he began to paint the image of the Mother of God. But since the vision was brief, he forgot how to paint the image. Then he again prayed to the Mother of God and continued to write as God inspired him. Thus he painted an icon and called it “The Addition of the Mind of the Most Holy Theotokos.”
Apparently, the image of the Mother of God of Loreta, painted by Russian masters, absorbed the features of the icon revealed in Russia and borrowed its name “Addition of the Mind.” The unusual attire of the Mother of God and Child on the Moscow icon becomes clear - this is the dalmatic of the Loreta statue. Explained and architectural details The icons in the form of an arch at the top of the image and lamps are an image of a richly decorated niche in which the sculptural image of Our Lady of Loreta is placed. The memory of the prototype was preserved in the veneration in Rus' of the icon of the Mother of God with the name “Loretskaya”. The revered copy of the Loretskaya icon was located in the village of Pesochin, not far from Kharkov.
The miraculous icon of the Mother of God “Addition of Mind”, painted on canvas, is located in the Church of the Intercession in the city of Romanov-Borisoglebsk (now Tutaev). IN XIX literature century, it is indicated that in Rybinsk, in the Transfiguration Cathedral, there was also an icon of this name. The “Adding Mind” icon has the grace of bestowing wisdom, reason and good knowledge, helping to educate children, healing weaknesses of the mind and damage to the mind. Another miraculous image of the Blessed Virgin “Addition of the Mind” from the beginning of the 18th century is located in the Moscow Tikhvin Church in Alekseevsky.
Before the icon of the Mother of God “Addition of the mind” they pray for the enlightenment of the mind to the teaching of literacy, in the weak teaching of children, for successful teaching. And also about the illumination of the light of truth not only by children, not only by those who have embarked on the path of faith, but also by all people wandering along the crossroads of this world.
Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary
before Her icon “Giver of Mind”, or “Addition of Mind”
Most Pure Mother of God, the House in Which He created for Himself the Wisdom of God, the Giver of spiritual gifts, raising our minds from the world to the worldly and leading everyone to the knowledge of reason! Receive prayerful singing from us, Thy unworthy servants, who bow with faith and tenderness before Thy most pure image. Pray to Thy Son and our God to grant to our rulers wisdom and strength, to judges truth and impartiality, to shepherds spiritual wisdom, zeal and vigilance for our souls, to mentors humility, to children obedience, to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of humility and meekness, spirit of purity and truth. And now, our All-Singing Mother, give us an increase in intelligence, pacify, unite those who exist in enmity and division and establish an indestructible union of love for them, convert all those who have gone astray from foolishness to the light of the truth of Christ, instruct the fear of God, abstinence and hard work, the word of wisdom and soul-helping knowledge Grant to those who ask, overshadow us with eternal joy, the most honorable of the Cherubim and the most glorious of the Seraphim. We, seeing the wondrous deeds and manifold Wisdom of God in the world and our life, will remove ourselves from earthly vanity and unnecessary worldly cares, and lift our mind and heart to heaven, as if by Your intercession and help glory, praise, thanksgiving for everything in the Trinity to the glorified God and we send all to the Creator, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
Troparion, tone 3
By the will of the Heavenly Father, you conceived the Son of God, without the seed of an earthly father, before the creation of the world from the Father without a mother, you gave birth to the flesh, and pray to Him for the gift of intelligence for the salvation of our souls.
Kontakion, tone 6
Born by the Spirit from the Heavenly Father, before the creation of the Lucifer, Born by You in the flesh without a father, without breaking virginity, begged Him to help us defeat the envy of the fallen Lucifer. May we achieve complete victory over the devil, the world and the flesh, through Your prayers, O Blessed One of God.
Greatness
We magnify You, Most Holy Virgin, God-chosen Youth, and honor Your holy image, through which you bring healing to all who come with faith.
In Russia, a prayer for increased intelligence and good luck in studies is said in the name of the tormentor Tatyana. It is with her face that students’ holidays are associated, and therefore requests for help in their studies relate only to her. This prayer is most often said before exams, and who knows better than students about its great power.
“Most Pure Mother of God, the House in which the Wisdom of God created for Himself, the Giver of spiritual gifts, raising our minds from the world to the worldly and leading everyone to the knowledge of reason! Accept prayerful singing from us, Thy unworthy servants, who worship Thy most pure image with faith and tenderness. Pray to Thy Son and our God to grant wisdom and strength to our rulers, to judges truth and impartiality, to shepherds spiritual wisdom, zeal and vigilance for our souls, to mentors humility, to children of obedience, to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of humility and meekness, spirit of purity and truth.
And now, our All-sung, All-beloved Mother, give us more intelligence, pacify, unite those who exist in enmity and division and establish an insoluble union of love for them, convert all those who have lost their way from foolishness to the light of the truth of Christ, instruct the fear of God, abstinence and hard work, the word of wisdom and Grant soul-helping knowledge to those who ask, autumn to us with eternal joy, the brightest Cherubim and the most honest Serophim.
Prayer for increased intelligence for children to Saint Naum
More in Ancient Rus' The minor prophet Nahum was considered the mentor of all students, and from his day on, children were sent to study. It is not for nothing that these days they read prayers to him for parting words for his studies and the successful outcome of any exam. The prayer itself is small, which allows everyone to learn the prayer and use it even daily.
“In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Holy Father Naum,
Guide my youth to mind,
Give him a blessing for his ardent teaching,
Strengthen his memory, awaken his efforts.
Take his hand, drive away laziness and boredom.
Let this youth be quick in understanding and quick in learning.
Now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen."
Text of the prayer for increasing the minds of children to Sergius of Radonezh
“O venerable and God-bearing Father Sergei! Look upon us graciously, and lead those who are devoted to the earth to the heights of heaven. Strengthen our cowardice and confirm us in faith, so that we undoubtedly hope to receive all the good things from the mercy of the Master of God through your prayers. Through your intercession, ask for the gift of understanding science and grant us all the prayers that help us on the day Last Judgment You will be delivered from all parts, and the right lands will be commoners and hear the blessed voice of the Lord Christ: “Come, with the blessing of My Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.”
The third prayer in front of the icon is increasing the mind and how it helps an adult and a child
Prayer helps with difficult academic issues and also helps the child focus on the material being studied. She can remind adults of everything long forgotten and encourage them to study again. That's why this prayer They advise everyone who is in any way connected with study and training.
“To the Most Pure Mother of God, the House, which the Wisdom of God created for Himself, the Giver of spiritual gifts, raising our minds from the world to the worldly and leading everyone to the knowledge of reason! Receive prayerful singing from us, Thy unworthy servants, who bow with faith and tenderness before Thy most pure image. Pray to Thy Son and our God to grant to our rulers wisdom and strength, to judges truth and impartiality, to shepherds spiritual wisdom, zeal and vigilance for our souls, to mentors humility, to children obedience, to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of humility and meekness, spirit of purity and truth.
Addition of mind icon of the mother of God
The icon of the Mother of God depicts the Blessed Virgin and the Child of God with crowns on their heads. This icon for a long time It is one of the most important icons for prayers for increased intelligence and concentration. It is this icon, placed in a place for studying, that will help the student achieve more in his efforts. Of course, it is better not only to have an image of the Mother of God and Child at hand, but also to learn at least one prayer for guidance in your studies.
Prayer to King Solomon for increased intelligence
The prayer to King Solomon is considered one of the most powerful spells, so it must be used with extreme caution. According to legend, King Solomon himself read a prayer every time he needed to make an important and difficult decision. So at this hour, we very often have to make difficult decisions that will directly affect our fate. The only catch with this prayer is that you need to read it while facing east.
"Alpha and Omega! O Almighty Lord, the first cause of all things, without beginning or end. Hear my prayers, do not punish me for my sins or my vices. O Lord, my Master, Your mercy is greater than all things, visible and invisible. Spare me, O Christ, the wisdom of the Father, the light of the Angels, the glory of the Saints, the hope, the refuge, the support of sinners, the creator of all things, the redeemer of all human weaknesses, who holds the heavens, the Earth, the sea, and the whole world in the palm of his hand.
I humbly ask and plead that You, with the mercy of the Father, will illuminate my mind with the rays of the Holy Spirit, so that I may achieve perfection in this holy art. And that I may gain knowledge of every science, art and wisdom; and the faculties of memory, mental faculties, understanding and intellect, by the power and authority of Thy Holy Spirit and Your Name.
Prayer for Conception healthy child girls or boys Of course, all parents want their child to be the healthiest and smartest, but how...
For iconography, the image of Addition of Mind is a rather rare iconographic image of the Mother of God. She is depicted standing and wrapped together with the baby in a bell-shaped coverlet with an ornament in the form of crosses. stands at the entrance to the heavenly portal, she is surrounded by angels, holding lit candles in their hands, their flame symbolizes the light of truth. At the bottom of the icon are depicted small houses, personifying Heavenly Jerusalem. The symbolic meaning of the image expresses the essence of the atoning sacrifice of Christ, which opens the way to Heavenly Jerusalem for believers. Prayer before the icon of the Mother of God Increased intelligence helps you choose the right path in life and achieve success in your studies.
Orthodox prayer to the icon Adding intelligence to the healing of the mentally ill
The history of painting the icon is very interesting. In the 16th-17th centuries. one icon painter-monk, trying to understand the Christian faith, began to read church books written before and after the schism. He tried to understand how to avoid sin and pray correctly. And he tried so hard to figure it out that his mind became clouded. During periods of enlightenment, he prayed to the Mother of God to increase his mind. And one day she appeared to him and said, “As you see me, paint an icon and pray in front of it.” The monk began to work, but the vision appeared and disappeared. When the Mother of God disappeared, madness fell upon him again, then the monk again began to pray earnestly and the Mother of God appeared. When the icon was painted, the monk regained his sanity. The image became miraculous. Prayer to the icon Adding intelligence saves mentally ill people. By their faith they receive healing.
A strong prayer for increased intelligence
During especially important periods of study - before tests, tests, exams, before entering college, you must definitely read a prayer in front of the Adding Mind icon. Christian prayer about adding intelligence helps not only students to successfully master knowledge, but also bestows worldly wisdom, which helps them accept right decisions in difficult situations. You can pray to the icon and ask for Christian virtue for yourself and your children.
The text of the prayer in front of the icon of Adding Mind
To the Most Pure Mother of God, the House that the Wisdom of God created for Himself, the Giver of spiritual gifts, elevating our mind from the world to the worldly and leading everyone to the knowledge of reason! Receive prayerful singing from us, Thy unworthy servants, who bow with faith and tenderness before Thy most pure image. Pray to Thy Son and our God to grant to our rulers wisdom and strength, to judges truth and impartiality, to shepherds spiritual wisdom, zeal and vigilance for our souls, to mentors humility, to children obedience, to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of humility and meekness, spirit of purity and truth. And now, our All-Singing, All-Beloved Mother, give us an increase in intelligence, pacify, unite those who exist in enmity and division and lay down for them an insoluble bond of love, convert all those who have gone astray from foolishness to the light of the truth of Christ, instruct the fear of God, abstinence and hard work, the word of wisdom and Grant soul-helping knowledge to those who ask, cover us with eternal joy, the brightest Cherubim and the most honest Seraphim. We, seeing the glorious deeds and manifold wisdom of God in the world and our life, will remove ourselves from earthly vanities and unnecessary worldly cares, and will raise our minds and hearts to Heaven, as if by Your intercession and help glory, praise, thanksgiving and worship for all in the Trinity We send our praises to the glorious God and Creator of all, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
