Orthodox Icon Saint Calliope

Orthodox Icon Saint Calliope

The Orthodox Icon of Saint Calliope is lovingly crafted in natural poplar wood. Its technique is lithography, while the wood is carved with a wavy outline that gives a modern touch to the icon.

Its embossed representation makes it a unique piece which requires high craftsmanship to be made. Its special design manages to combine traditional and modern elements, making it the most loved icon design in the customers preferences!

It is manufactured in Greece by experienced craftsmen and is produced in 4 dimensions in order to cover every need. Finally, it is worth noting that it has been specially treated and varnished to have maximum resistance to time and damage.

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Saint Calliope

He lived in the middle of the 3rd AD. century, in the years of the emperor Decius. She was distinguished for her physical beauty but also for her rich mental and spiritual gifts. Due to her extraordinary beauty many tried to lure her to the joys of worldly life. Calliope, however, was devoted to Christ and dedicated her life with all her soul to caring for the sick and helping the poor.When Decius unleashed a fierce persecution against the Christians, he was arrested and brought before the judge. The prefect admired her beauty and tried to persuade her to abandon her faith. Calliope did not waver and her faith remained steadfast in Christ. Then he ordered and they whipped her mercilessly. She was then hacked and her wounds burned and she finally received the crown of martyrdom as she was finally beheaded.

Orthodox Church celebreates her memory on June 8

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Orthodox Icon Saint Calliope