☩ In this radiant work, the Holy Virgin Mary cradles the Christ Child amidst seven celestial guardians: Saint Michael, Saint Gabriel, Saint Raphael, Saint Raguel, Saint Uriel, Saint Phanuel, and Saint Saquel. Rendered in the luminous tradition of Ethiopian Orthodox iconography, each Archangel surrounds the throne of the Theotokos, bearing sacred symbols of divine mission and praise.

☩ These angelic beings are not merely decorative—they embody divine attributes of protection, wisdom, healing, peace, justice, and righteous guidance. Each is venerated with monthly and annual feast days in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, affirming their continual role in the life of the faithful:

Saint Michael – Leader and protector (Nov 21 & Jun 19)

Saint Gabriel – Bearer of Good News (Dec 28 & Jul 16)

Saint Raphael – Healer and guide (Pagumen 3 & the 13th day monthly)

Saint Raguel – Overseer of lights (Sep 11 & monthly on the 1st)

Saint Uriel – Bringer of wisdom (Jan 30 & monthly on the 22nd)

Saint Phanuel – Guardian of the righteous (Dec 12 & monthly on the 3rd)

Saint Saquel – Protector of seas (Jul 12 & monthly on the 8th)

☩ “The Praise of the Archangels” invites the viewer into contemplative reverence, illuminating the spiritual journey through the constant, benevolent presence of these heavenly beings. Together, they echo the eternal hymn of heaven and affirm the Queenly role of Saint Mary, crowned and enthroned with the Christ Child in divine light.