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Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, Superior of the Covent of St. Basil, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, Superior of the Covent of St. Basil, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, Superior of the Covent of St. Basil, 1845. Portrait of Mother Irena Makrina Mieczyslavska, abbess of the Order of St. Basil the Great in White Ruthenia [Belarus]. She and others escaped after her convent in Minsk was destroyed on the orders of Tsar Nicholas I: Leaping down a high wall into the snow they alighted in safety, and immediately fell on their knees in thanksgiving. They then separated, to facilitate their flight. The Superior, in the midst of all the severity of the season, was driven to hide for days together in the woods, without other food than berries, or anything to quench her thirst but the snow. Once, driven to extremity, she knocked at the door of a wealthy-looking house, and being received with veneration by its owner, was provided with money, provisions, and a correct map of her route. She crossed the frontier disguised as a shepherd.... From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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This print showcases Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, the remarkable Superior of the Covent of St. Basil in 1845. The portrait captures Mother Irena Makrina Mieczyslavska, an abbess belonging to the Order of St. Basil the Great in White Ruthenia (Belarus). Her story is one of resilience and bravery during a tumultuous time. Following the destruction of her convent in Minsk on Tsar Nicholas I's orders, Mother Irena and her fellow sisters embarked on a daring escape. They leaped down from a towering wall into the snowy landscape below, landing safely before immediately expressing their gratitude through heartfelt prayers. To ensure their successful flight, they dispersed in different directions. Despite facing harsh winter conditions, Mother Irena found herself hiding for days amidst dense woods with only berries to sustain her hunger and snow to quench her thirst. In desperate circumstances, she sought refuge at what appeared to be an opulent residence where she was warmly received by its owner. This generous individual provided her with essential resources such as money, provisions, and even a precise map outlining her route. Disguised as a shepherdess, Mother Irena crossed international borders undetected while evading capture or harm along the way. This extraordinary tale exemplifies not only her unwavering faith but also highlights human kindness amid adversity. Preserved within this historical photograph from "Illustrated London News" published in 1845 lies an enduring testament to Mother Irena's indomitable spirit and determination against all odds - forever capturing our imagination and admiration for this courageous woman who defied societal expectations for freedom and survival.
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