Here is a detail of the arm of Christ from a much larger icon. The colors of Jesus' robe are royal colors, and the artist has decorated the sleeve with a lovely gold pattern. The wrist and blessing hand of Jesus are seen a bit along the edge of the photo.
The picture prompted my prayer below. We should feel free to substitute the names of others in addition to, or in place of, the word me. I'd invite us to pray the prayer slowly and with heart.
The arm of Christ to greet me.
The arm of Christ to enfold me.
The arm of Christ to direct me.
The arm of Christ to bless me.
The arm of Christ to steady me.
The arm of Christ to uplift me.
The arm of Christ to secure me.
The arm of Christ to befriend me.
The arm of Christ to heal me.
The arm of Christ to redeem me.
The arm of Christ to nourish me.
The arm of Christ to gladden me.
The arm of Christ to calm me.
The arm of Christ to reassure me.
The arm of Christ to shield me.
The arm of Christ to keep me.
