78-ST St George the Victory-Bearer Icon

Born in 3rd century Beirut, Saint George grew up in a devout family and joined the Roman army, where he rose to prominence under Emperor Diocletian. When the persecution of Christians began, he bravely declared his faith and distributed his wealth to the needy, ultimately facing martyrdom on May 6, 303, for refusing to renounce his beliefs. Icons show him on a white horse slaying a serpent to save the king's daughter, a miracle that cemented his status as a symbol of courage. His legacy as a valiant military figure and steadfast patriot continues to be honored today.

The icon of St George the Victory-Bearer reflects the artistry of lacquered icons workshop, where we create folding icons, crosses, and various-sized icons.

The creation process begins with preparing wooden boards, which are cut into smaller panels and smoothed into refined oval shapes. These panels are transformed into polished lamellas that are then glued together to form a solid base. After selecting and laminating images stored for this purpose, artisans fit these images to the panels, cutting and verifying their symmetry before applying special glue to secure them. A final polish enhances durability and aesthetics.

Once the icons are fully dried, they undergo a blessing ritual, with a stamp of authenticity from the convent placed on the back. Each lacquered icon, crafted through this meticulous process, serves as thoughtful gift, or as part of your prayer corner.