Handmade Byzantine Icon of Saint Achillios.
Saint Achillios came from Cappadocia and at a young age he found himself in the Holy Land, and then in Rome, where he preached the Gospel. He was a philanthropist and helped the underprivileged with every power he had, which led to his election as Bishop of Larissa.
At the First Ecumenical Council he was met by Constantine the Great, who recognized his virtues and his work, and offered him a large sum of money as a donation, with which Saint Achillios financed welfare projects in Larissa.
He passed away peacefully and his holy relic is kept in the Holy Church built in his honor in Larissa, as he is also the patron Saint of the city.
Apolytikion of Saint Achillios, Bishop of Larissa
A model of faith and the image of gentleness, the example of your life has shown you forth to your sheep-fold to be a master of temperance. You obtained thus through being lowly, gifts from on high, and riches through poverty. Achilles, our father and priest of priests, intercede with Christ our God that He may save our souls.
The Icon of Saint Achillios 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: May 15
Iconographer: Michael Father
Availability: Made to order, usually ships within 5 to 10 days.
