Byzantine Hand Painted Icon of Saint Kirikos and Julitta.
Saint Julitta came from Iconium in Asia Minor, but the persecution of Christians under the decree of Diocletian pushed her to go to Seleucia, and then to Tarsus in Cilicia, together with her three-year-old son, Kirikos.
There, Saint Julitta was captured by the army of the ruler Alexander and suffered horrible torture. Moreover, they tried to convert the little Saint Kirikos, but he refused and bravely declared his faith in Jesus Christ.
Then, the ruler Alexander mortally wounded Saint Kirikos and continued torturing Saint Julitta, who died shortly after.
Apolytikion of Saint Kirikos and Julitta
Blessed Julitta, Christ God's rational ewe-lamb, with holy Cyricus, her three-year-old offspring, stood at the judgment seat and with authority and great boldness they proclaimed the true Faith of the Christians. In no wise were they afraid of the threats of the tyrants; and now in Heaven, wearing precious crowns, they both rejoice as they stand before Christ our God.
Hand-Painted Icons occupy a valuable place in ecclesiastical art because, beyond their obvious artistic value, a hand-painted icon unites man with the holiness of the depicted person.
For the Hand-Painted Icon of Saint Kirikos and Julitta, our experienced painters use traditional techniques and high-quality materials that offer excellent depiction and durability over time.
All our Hand-Painted Icons are painted with egg tempera, while you can choose the size of the icon, the decoration of the background, the language of the inscriptions as well as the type of wood you wish to use.
Note: The final Icon may slightly differ from the catalog photo.
Feast: July 15
Iconographer: Holy Monastery Of St.Meletios,Oinoi
Availability: Made to order, usually ships within 14 to 21 days.
