Handmade Byzantine Icon of Saint Peter the Apostle.
Saint Peter the Apostle came from Bisthaida and was one of the Twelve Disciples of Jesus Christ. Initially, he was called Simon, but because of his steadfast faith, the Lord gave him the name Peter, from the word "petra", which means "stone".
With the coming of the Messiah, Peter left the profession of fisherman he practiced and followed Jesus Christ with faith in his teaching. Nevertheless, because of his fear of the Jews, Peter denied his teacher three times just before the Crucifixion.
For his act, Christ gave him forgiveness and assigned him missionary work. Indeed, Apostle Peter toured many places preaching the Word of God until his death in 67 AD.
Our Church honors the memory of Saint Peter the Apostle together with that of Paul the Apostle.
Apolytikion of Apostles Peter and Paul
First in prominence among the Apostles, and teachers to the Universe, intercede to the Master of all for peace in the world and for our souls great mercy.
The Icon of Saint Peter the Apostle is an exact copy of Byzantine art and is created by experienced craftsmen using the method of gold printing where hagiographic leaves of 22 karat gold are applied in detail to decorate the background.
During the final processing, the icon is painted with dark red color around the perimeter and polished with a special varnish to maintain its shine.
It is offered in level or recessed wooden surface and is suitable for wall mounting.
Feast: June 29
Iconographer: Father Michael
Availability: Made to order, usually ships within 5 to 10 days.
