very widespread, since the New Testament Trinity is depicted above any crucifixion icon (without the Son, since he is on the Cross in this case). The New Testament Trinity also appears on the wonder-working icon of Our Lady of Kursk (also without the Son, since in this case Mary holds him on her knees). See also God the Father in Western art Hand of God (art), the usual way of indicating the presence or approval of God in Byzantine art Notes References Bigham, Steven, Image of God the Father in Orthodox Theology and Iconography, Studies in Orthodox iconography, St Vladimir's Seminary Press, 1995, , , Google books Further reading Eastern Orthodox icons Tourist attractions in Moscow Christian iconography Cultural depictions of the Holy Spirit