Icons can be placed in almost any room, but there are places in the house where they are superfluous.

For a younger generation of Christians who have not yet learned the nuances of their faith, some important points remain a mystery. Some things are simply not described in all holy books, and perhaps some believers are simply embarrassed to learn the answers to their questions from others. But, nevertheless, everything happens. For example, iconostasisHow is it most convenient to install, why is it needed and how many icons should there be in the apartment?



In a modern home now you can find a lot of unusual things: humidifier, electric pillow, sleep lamp, heaters for cups of tea or coffee ... This is considered normal, not ordinary rubbish. At the same time, there is usually not enough space for the iconostasis. Even if the residents consider themselves Christians. There is no place, impractical and unmodern. But for those who truly believe, we suggest that we get to know this topic more closely. I am sure that you will find out for yourself the answers to many questions. In general, learning something new is always a good thing.

The iconostasis of the home Red Corner, or iconostasis, is a real place of power for Christian believers. This is a place where you can think about your own, call to the Creator and just stand to feel better. Traditionally, it is installed in the corner of the room. Ideally, if in the south-eastern part of the room, but about this there are no strict dogmas. If desired, the iconostasis can be installed in another direction, the most important thing is to understand why you need it in principle.

It is important to understand that icons should be vertical. It is even better if you can see them from any part of the room. Who knows, you might want to sit down and look at the saint. Or you'll get sick and need to lie down. In this case, it will not be superfluous to keep the iconostasis in sight. So try to meet these conditions before setting a red corner in your home. It can also be decorated with a decorative towel or flowers. But don’t overdo it, you don’t need to turn faith into just a part of your home interior.



On holidays such as Easter, the iconostasis is decorated with Easter eggs or even colorful ribbons. In moderation, of course. In addition to icons and jewelry, a small lamp can still be installed on the iconostasis. To light the candles quickly and conveniently. Some people like to enjoy the smell of incense before prayer. So the lamp will not be superfluous anyway. However, you should always be attentive to open flames and avoid even the slightest possibility of a fire. We'll talk about that later. In addition, icons need to be taken care of: from time to time, dust them with a special brush.

Most often, the iconostasis consists of two or three shelves, on which the icons are installed. But in this case, a certain hierarchy must be observed. And in general, turning on the head sometimes also does not hurt. Upstairs, on the main shelf, we place images of the Most Holy Trinity. Under it are traditionally located the icons of Christ (they will be on the right) and the Virgin (left). On the third, lowest shelf, there should be icons of the apostles and saints. That's how we install them.

In addition to the red corner, icons can be hung in other rooms. Over the couple's bed. In the nursery. And in the kitchen, but only where there is no cooking. First, the icons must be kept clean. And secondly, it is hard to believe that a man will think of God standing over a pot of soup. Even in the smallest kitchen you can find a clean corner, free of dirty dishes. Put the icon in there.



It is clear that not all rooms are suitable for icons. Bathroom, toilet, back room. Just think logically, there is no need for icons. Whether we bathe in the shower, defecate, or dig into the home preparations, we plunge into our small worldly affairs. There's enough loneliness for them. Moreover, the icons depict the faces of the most worthy, those who deserve to be there. It turns out that the most worthy will look at your not the most worthy deeds. It's superfluous, nobody wants it.

In addition, you should not install icons in places of leisure. Although, let's face it, a lot of people do it. Like the TV. On one shelf there is an icon of the saint, and next to it there is television. The faces of the saints force us to come to humility, to think about the spiritual world, to accept God. And only 10 centimeters plays a clip of another modern singer. All half-naked people communicate through the word and demonstrate their complete rejection of moral principles. Men and God. Maybe the icon in this place should somehow balance the flow of energy. Of course not.



Or it happens: put icons in the car. This hypocrisy is the most amusing. No, of course, there are believers who sometimes just want to look at the face of the saint again and turn to the Lord with their thoughts. But there really are a few. More motorists who glue the face of the Holy Trinity on the “torpedo” and forget about it. Inwardly, they hope that at least this face will save their sinful body. After all, no airbags in their cradles, even in theory, are not provided. It's not faith anymore. It's just an attempt to pay off.

Just as in the case of television, icons can not be hung near posters or paintings. Even near the photos, even the closest people. In the case of posters and paintings, everything is as simple as possible. Don't make yourself an idol. Yes, it is clear that for the beauty of the interior, you can use art objects or their copies. And no one will say a crooked word about it. We are not talking about something we take seriously.



This is no longer the case for icons. So we're just going to mix everything together. Faces of saints and photos of favorite actors, athletes. That's not good. Therefore, if there is a similar mess in your apartment, we advise you to take a little distraction and spend a couple of minutes on rearranging all these things in places. There are icons on one wall. The other is everything else. Imagine someone walks into your room, and there you stand, lower your head, close your eyes, pray. And in front of you hangs a poster of your favorite footballer. They might misunderstand.

And while continuing to talk about the iconostasis, we will remember such a necessary thing as a kiot. This is a special locker in which the lamp is stored so that, God forbid, there is no smoke or risk of fire. Interestingly, many people consider it too formal and do not want to install a kiot in their home. According to the logic of people, it is better to hang the next picture than to deal with your own safety. Here we go. We advise you to think and act as logic and common sense suggest.



Home iconostasis does not always have to look like a vestigial, like something that came to us from the distant past. You can turn to a good master before installing it and discuss with him all the important details. Color, wood, size. If everything is done correctly, the red corner will perfectly fit into the interior of any, even the most modern apartment. It's just a matter of taste, time and price.