Orthodox icon of Jesus Christ "Pantocrator" (SP).
Silver-plated icons are made with the latest and very specific technique. The icon is a copy of a hand painted icon and the background is silver 958. This Orthodox icon shows Christ as the Pantocrator which means ruler of all, all powerful, sustainer of the world. He is giving a blessing with His right hand and holds a book in His left showing it open to His teachings. This icon is also called Christ the Teacher,he halo around His head shows His holiness. Unique to Christ is the cross shown in the halo and theGreek letters (omega, omicron, nu) which literally means He who is This is the name God revealed to Moses at the burning bush.