Holy Right-Believing Princes Boris and Gleb. Wooden orthodox icon.

Holy Right-Believing Princes Boris and Gleb. Wooden orthodox icon.

Holy Blessed Princes and Passion-Bearers Boris and Gleb (in Holy Baptism – Roman and David). They were the youngest sons of the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince Vladimir. They were raised in Christian piety. The eldest of the brothers, Boris, received a good education. He loved to read the Holy Scriptures, the works of the Holy Fathers, and especially the lives of the saints.

Saint Gleb was raised with his brother from early childhood and shared his desire to devote his life exclusively to serving God. Both brothers were distinguished by mercy and kindness of heart, imitating the example of the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Grand Prince Vladimir, merciful and responsive to the poor, sick, and disadvantaged.

They both died at the hands of their older brother Svyatopolk, not wanting to raise their hands against their blood brother.

Good brothers are highly revered in Russia. They are especially prayed to during civil strife, pray for reconciliation with offenders, for peace in the family.

Days of Remembrance: May 2/15, July 24/August 6

The icon is made by printing on a wooden board. Paints are mineral, do not fade with time. The thickness of the board is 2 cm. The board is covered with primer by hand. The image is covered with wax. Each icon has a metal mount on the back side so that you can hang the icon on the wall. The icon has no recess, the surface is smooth.

You can buy the icon in three sizes:

• 13 х 9 centimeters (5,1 x 3,5 inches)
• 19 х 14 centimeters (7,5 x 5,5 inches)
• 26 х 19 centimeters (10,2 x 7,5 inches)

Our icons are made by Orthodox craftsmen. You can read more about the technology here.

We hope it will be a good gift for you and your loved ones.