The Archangel Michael icon reimagined to face modern evils ::

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For when we need the armor of God, we seek protection with a prayer invoking the Archangel.

The Archangel Michael has long been the patron angel overlooking my family for years. He is considered to be a healing angel, a protector, and the leader of the army of God against the forces of evil. As St. Paul put it, we fight “not against flesh and blood but against principalities and power..” (Eph 6:12).

What influenced this piece? An overwhelming sense of another presence, of protection over myself and my comrades in every protest I’ve participated in. My parents never agreed with my activism, but I trust my mom said a couple of prayers for us. I must acknowledge this piece incorporates interpretations of an aspect of the Eritrean American experience which is unequivocally also part of the Black American experience. Eritrean Americans are Black Americans.

In the same light as my family sought the protection of the angel as they escaped war, I find myself also seeking Archangel’s Michael when I face my own versions of systemic violence.

In Eritrean/Ethiopian orthodox iconographic style.

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Available in 1 size 8.5”x11”

High gloss print

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Available in print, this unique artwork will make an impression in any room, is made to order for you, and shipped securely.