Saint Photius the Great, Patriarch of Constantinople - Byzantine Icon

Handmade Byzantine Icon of Saint Photius the Great, Patriarch of Constantinople.

Saint Photius the Great was born around 820 in Constantinople to a noble family and received a high level of education. He was a man of morals and integrity, who responded with skill to diplomatic and political projects.

He ascended the patriarchal throne in 857 and fought against heresies and attacks, made to strike Christianity. At the same time, he made sure not to neglect his writing work, which is why many of his writings have survived to this day.

After his final dethronement, in 878, Saint Photios retired to the Armenian Monastery in Constantinople until his death.

Apolytikion

As a teacher to the world, being one with the Apostles, intercede with the Lord of all, O Photios, that He may grant the world peace, and to our souls His great mercy.

The Icon of Saint Photius the Great 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.