Вічная Память (Vichnaya Pamyat) translates as "Memory Eternal" and is an exclamation often used at the conclusion of an Eastern Orthodox funeral. Eternal memory is a remembrance by God rather than the living...a somewhat different sentiment than is common in the western world.
The Orthodox cross rising above a red rose and the intricate "embroidery work" along the base of the heart-shaped stone is a culturally attractive design element...I'm sure Mister Solonynko is pleased.
Photographed at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery at Tarnopol, Saskatchewan on August 5, 2020.
Another beautiful headstone - very elegant actually.
ReplyDeleteThe "embroidery work" really makes it for me. Thanks MA.
DeleteInteresting that the shapes in the altar echo the shape of the windows.
ReplyDeleteI think this comment refers to the "North Prairie Scandinavian Lutheran Church" post. The gothic arches tie it all together.
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