Elijah Meets the Sarepta Widow (from Hagiographic cycle of detail of 'Prophet Elijah in the desert' ) 1325

This 14th-century Orthodox icon, titled "Elijah Meets the Sarepta Widow", depicts a scene from the Old Testament, showcasing a pivotal moment in the life of the prophet Elijah. The icon, part of a larger hagiographic cycle focusing on Elijah in the desert, uses the traditional Byzantine style to portray the encounter. The artist, anonymous but belonging to the school of Orthodox Icons, masterfully captures the meeting of the holy man with the widow of Sarepta. This iconic portrayal, housed in the Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, is a significant example of Orthodox religious art, demonstrating the enduring impact of the biblical narrative on religious art.