Act of Abandonment | Yielding to the Holy Ghost & Divine Providence | Laminated Floral Botanical Design
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Act of Abandonment | Yielding to the Holy Ghost & Divine Providence | Laminated Floral Botanical Design
$4.99
Act of Abandonment
The Language of Flowers: The Anemone
In the traditional "Language of Flowers," the Anemone is often called the "Windflower," a name derived from the Greek anemos. Just as this delicate bloom yields its petals to the invisible blowing of the wind, the soul in an Act of Abandonment surrenders its own will to the subtle movements of the Holy Ghost. The high-resolution macro photography of the Anemone on this card captures the fragile yet resilient beauty of a heart that no longer resists the divine gale, but allows itself to be carried wherever God’s Providence decrees - venerating the "cross of His choice" with gratitude and joy.
The Prayer: A Path of Surrender
The Act of Abandonment is a profound prayer of spiritual trust, designed to quiet the anxieties of the mind and anchor the heart in God’s sovereign wisdom. It is a heroic decision to receive the crosses we fear "in spite of our hearts," acknowledging that God is a perfect Father who directs every trial toward our ultimate sanctification. By reciting these words, the faithful soul strives to carry their burden with the respect and affection that all of God’s works deserve, thanking Him for accomplishing His all-lovable will without regard for our own.
A Traditio Designs Exclusive Collection
This card is part of an exclusive 31-day series of "Act Prayers" composed and designed entirely by Traditio Designs. These prayers are not available anywhere else in the world and have been crafted in a traditional Old English style to restore a sense of deep reverence and timelessness to daily devotion.
Important Note on Copyright:
These original prayer compositions are the exclusive intellectual property of Traditio Designs. We gladly permit their reproduction for your own private, personal devotion at no cost. However, these texts are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced for commercial distribution, incorporated into other products, or shared publicly without our express written consent. By using these prayers, we kindly ask that you respect the labor of love that went into their creation.
Our Mission: We strive to give the most glory to God by handcrafting the most beautiful devotional images of His Saints, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Holy Angels, and Our Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that the veneration of these sacred figures and the display of Holy Sacred Art - including the Holy Trinity, the Holy Ghost, and the Blessed Sacrament -only brings Him further glory. By utilizing various artistic styles, from digitally restored stained glass to classical masterworks and photography of sacred art, we provide unique sacramentals tailored to your personal devotion.
Custom Pairing Designs Available: Love the artwork of one card but prefer the prayer from another? We can create a custom edition tailored to your devotion. Please note that custom requests require a minimum order quantity and a one-time design fee. Contact us today to begin your custom commission.
Bulk Orders: We offer tiered discounts for churches, schools, and large events on our prayer cards, magnets, and bookmarks. Whether you need 50 items for a small group or 1,500 for a large conference, we provide handcrafted quality with professional lead times. View our Bulk Discount Tiers & Ordering Guidelines to begin your special order.
Handcrafted Artisan Devotionals
A Masterwork of Digital Restoration and Composition
Unlike standard reproductions, our studio utilizes a specialized digital restoration and composition process to elevate every sacred image. Our work is rooted in high-resolution photography of authentic Catholic art and the natural world, specializing in five distinct styles: Historical Stained Glass, Traditional Iconography, Sacred Statuary, Fine Art Paintings, and Botanical Photography.
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Stained Glass & Painting Restoration: We meticulously remove structural "artifacts," such as dark lead window dividers, the "noise" of age, or centuries of varnish. We digitally restore missing details and color depth to provide an unobstructed view of the original masterpiece - from the intricate leadwork of a cathedral window to the emotive brushstrokes of a Last Supper mural.
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Statue Composition: For our statuary collection, we breathe life into stone and wood. We often integrate "living" elements - replacing sculpted flowers with real botanicals or digitally restoring realistic features to the hands and feet of ancient figures.
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Sacred Settings: We transpose these restored figures into meaningful, realistic environments. By meticulously cutting the subject from its original photograph, we place them in settings related to their life - such as placing the Blessed Mother within an actual photograph of the Garden of Olives in Jerusalem.
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Botanical Symbolism (The Language of Flowers): For our collection of Prayer Acts, we utilize high-resolution macro photography of the natural world. We select specific blooms based on traditional botanical symbolism to visually represent the "flavor" and "virtue" of each specific prayer, creating a bridge between the Creator and His creation.
The result is a high-clarity devotional image that is often superior to the original source and found nowhere else in the world.
Premium Quality & Specifications
Our cards are engineered for a lifetime of daily prayer, utilizing professional-grade materials to ensure unmatched sharpness and color depth.
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Materials: Double-sided, high-quality 8mil photo paper.
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Protection: Industrial-grade 5mil lamination for a rigid, durable finish.
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Dimensions: 2 5/8" x 5 1/8" (67mm x 130mm).
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Finishing: Precision-rounded corners for superior durability.
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Studio-Inspected: Every card is hand-aligned, trimmed, and inspected in our studio to ensure it meets our rigorous standards.
Display Options & Hand-Polished Bases
Every devotional card is available as a standalone laminated card or as a set with a custom display base.
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Artisan Bases: Our bases are handcrafted from solid oak wood, polished by hand to a smooth finish, and painted in a deep gold.
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Capacity: Each base is designed to hold up to 7 cards, allowing you to rotate your prayer focus throughout the week.
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Display Tip: If displaying a single card, inserting a quarter coin behind it in the slot provides perfect upright tension.
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Separate Purchases: Need extra stands? Our hand-polished gold oak bases are also available individually in the Sets and Specials section of our shop.
All rights reserved. Copyright © Traditio Designs, LLC or its affiliates. Our original photography and custom compositions may not be used without prior written permission. All watermarks are removed from the final product.