Saint Stephen
Saint Stephen
Saint Stephen
Saint Stephen
Saint Stephen

Saint Stephen

Regular price $120.00

Upon the opening of Saint Stephen’s coffin there was an earthquake, and there came out of the coffin such a fragrance, that no one remembered to have ever smelt any thing like it. And from the heavens they heard angelic voices, which could be heard for a great distance, saying: “Glory to God in the Highest, and on earth peace, to men of good pleasure.”

-from the writings of Lucian, describing the recovery of the relics of Saint Stephen, the First Martyr. The Orthodox Church today August 2 celebrates the translation of the relics of Saint Stephen which were lost for multiple centuries after his martyrdom and recovered in either the fourth or fifth century AD. Pictured here is our holy icon of Saint Stephen - may this courageous martyr for the faith continue to inspire us to speak boldly in the face of a world increasingly hostile to the Gospel of Christ.

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This icon is made of solid, natural limewood (Tilia) that has been prepared by hand using traditional methods and organic materials. The background is comprised of 22 Karat gold leaves that were meticulously applied by hand, piece by piece.

All of our icons are reproduced according to museum print standards and are authentic replicas of Holy Icons from Mount Athos and elsewhere.

Learn more about how our Holy Icons are made here.

Dimensions may slightly vary.

From the moment you first hold your Holy Icon, you will see the exquisite details that bear truth to the meticulous preparation and creation of the image, as well as feel the depth and weight of the solid wood upon which it is portrayed. One of our larger icon dimensions (11.8" x 15.7"/30 x 40 cm) weighs more than 5 pounds! 

Because we value quality even in the details, your Holy Icon will be shipped in luxury packaging and can be presented as a gift for a friend or family member.

 Dimension: 5.5" x 7.7" (14 x 19.5 cm)

Width Weight Style
Backside Braces
0.8" (2 cm)
0.6 lb (0.3 kg)
Level NA

 Dimension: 7.9" x 11" (20 x 28 cm)

Width Weight Style
Backside Braces
1.8" (4.5 cm)
2.3 lb (1kg)
Recessed Wood

Dimension: 9.8" x 13" (25 x 33 cm)

Width Weight Style
Backside Braces
1.8" (4.5 cm) 3.1 lb (1.4 kg) Recessed Wood

Dimensions and weights may slightly vary as these items are cut by hand.


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Icon Styles

Depending on the size and theme, Holy Icons are available in both Recessed and Level styles.

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Backside Details

Backside details vary with icon size and serve to ensure that your Holy Icon will stand the test of time. 

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