St. Nicholas - one of the most recognized and revered saints in the world. St. Nicholas was the Archbishop of the Greek city of Myra, which is geographically located in the south of modern-day Turkey. At the same time, in the days of the life of St. Nicholas, this was the territory of the Roman Empire.
The future archbishop was born in a pious Christian family in Patara, in the same place in Asia Minor, where he was to serve. His uncle, Bishop Nicholas of Patara, it contributed to the spiritual formation of the boy. He taught him to pray and taught spiritual truths. And then began the ministry in the church. First - the reader, and then the priest.
When parents Nicholas died, he gave his wealth to the needy, and he devoted himself entirely to the service. At the beginning of III century St. Nicholas became bishop of the city of the World. During the life of the Archbishop he became famous among the people as the defender of the offended, the oppressed, the innocent prisoners. Also, since ancient times, the saint revered as the patron saint of sailors. In the Life of St. describe one of the cases, when he raised sailor, who during the storm received fatal injuries.
St. Nicholas was known not only miracles, but also a huge Christian love, especially to children. Not surprisingly, the legends about it strongly influenced the folklore, including tales about Santa Claus.
The relics of the Holy Archbishop are currently in the Italian cities of Bari and Venice.
Beautiful wooden icon with the image formed in the canonical style antique. Production technique completely mimics the old icons. The front surface is covered with varnish. The frame is made of wood. Compact and easy to take with you on a journey, a pilgrimage, or add it to the home iconostasis. Each icon is packaged in a pretty envelope of burlap.
Material: natural wood, paint, varnish, lithography
Size: 13x17 cm
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