Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite
Saint Marina - Athonite

Saint Marina

$79.00

 

The Story Behind this Icon:
Saint Marina was born in what is now modern-day Pisidia, Turkey, living in the late third and early fourth centuries, notably during the reign of Diocletian the persecutor of Christians. As a child, Marina learned the Christian faith from her nursemaid and while still a teenager, made a vow of perpetual chastity to God, resulting in being disowned by her pagan father.

The imperial governor of the region, Olymbrios, met Marina and, awed by her beauty, propositioned her for marriage. Refusing the advances of the official, Marina likewise did not hide her Christian faith, refusing the flattery of the governor and rejecting the temptation of worldly glory. Olymbrios handed Marina over to torturers, consistent with Diocletian's policy towards Christians, beating, raking, piercing and boiling the Saint. Despite these efforts, Marina remained steadfast in her love for Christ.

One feat distinguishing Saint Marina is that Satan himself appeared to her to attempt to break her faith. Three times, in three forms, Satan tried to conquer Saint Marina and all three times failed to overcome the Saint by virtue of the power of the Cross. In many icons of Saint Marina, she is therefore depicted beating the devil, either in the form of a serpent or a dark horned man, with a hammer. Seeing that no torture could overcome Saint Marina, the governor ordered her beheaded at the age of fifteen or sixteen.

Saint Marina is commemorated on July 17. 
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This icon is made of solid, natural limewood (Tilia) that has been prepared by hand using traditional methods and organic materials. The background is comprised of 22 Karat gold leaves that were meticulously applied by hand, piece by piece.  

All of our icons are reproduced according to museum print standards and are authentic replicas of Holy Icons from Mount Athos and elsewhere. 

Learn more about how our Holy Icons are made here. 

From the moment you first hold your Holy Icon, you will see the exquisite details that bear truth to the meticulous preparation and creation of the image, as well as feel the depth and weight of the solid wood upon which it is portrayed. One of our larger icon dimensions (11.8" x 15.7"/30 x 40 cm) weighs more than 5 pounds! 

Because we value quality even in the details, your Holy Icon will be shipped in luxury packaging and can be presented as a gift for a friend or family member.

We are proud to offer the highest quality products! However, if you are not satisfied with your purchase, you may return it for an exchange or refund, free of charge! We offer free return shipping for all orders, so long as: 
a) Item(s) are been purchased in the last 30 days.
b) Item(s) are returned with their original blue box and/or packaging.
c) Both the packaging and item(s) are in their original condition.

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Our most popular dimensions are pictured, to scale. 

Icon Styles

Depending on the size and theme, Holy Icons are available in both Recessed and Level styles.

recessed

The groove in our recessed icons adds depth to the Iconography, making the icon even more dramatic and impressive. In order to keep the relative proportions, the depth of the groove changes with the size of the Holy Icon.

Level

Level icons allow the Iconography to retain its boldness even in smaller sizes. As such most of our level icons have smaller dimensions.

Backside Details

Backside details vary with icon size and serve to ensure that your Holy Icon will stand the test of time. 

Solid wooden icons of larger dimensions are prone to bending and damaging as time passes. Fortunately, our Holy Icons are supported by two additional, horizontal wooden protective panels on the backside. These panels bolster the icon and allow it to sustain its shape, ensuring that your Holy Icon will remain in its original, pristine condition as it is passed down from generation to generation.

Icons of smaller dimensions are naturally sustainable over time, and experience less structural stress. As such, you will find that the backside of smaller Holy Icons is flat and proportional to their shape. 

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