Handmade Byzantine Icon of Saint Phokas.
Saint Phokas grew up in Sinope on the Black Sea with a Christian education. From a young age, he studied the Scriptures and the teachings of Jesus Christ and led a humble life.
He became known for his miraculous work and was elected Bishop of Sinope. From this position he undertook a great missionary work, for which he was imprisoned and tortured by the pagans.
He died during his martyrdom.
Apolytikion of Saint Phokas
As a sharer of the ways and a successor to the throne of the Apostles, O inspired of God, thou foundest discipline to be a means of ascent to divine vision. Wherefore, having rightly divided the word of truth, thou didst also contest for the Faith even unto blood, O Hieromartyr Phocas. Intercede with Christ our God that our souls be saved.
The Icon of Saint Phokas 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: September 22
Iconographer: Romanos Father
Availability: Made to order, usually ships within 5 to 10 days.
