Byzantine Hand Painted Icon of Saint Eleutherius.
Saint Eleutherius came from a good family and after a trip with his mother, Anthia, to Rome, Bishop Anicetus took him under his protection and a few years later ordained him deacon and priest.
His career was long as his spirit was pure and he led a pious life. Thus, he was elected Bishop of Illyricum and helped the Christians with his works.
His action upset the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus who ordered his torture to the arena of Rome with wild beasts. When these beasts did not attack the Saint, the pagans beheaded him and his mother.
Saint Eleutherius is traditionally the patron saint of pregnant women who advocates for safe childbirth.
Apolytikion
Adorned with flowing priestly vesture and with dripping streams of blood you at once went to your Lord Christ, O blessed wise Eleftherios, annihilator of Satan. Wherefore, do not cease to intercede for those who honor your blessed struggles in faith.
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 Eleutherius , 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.
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