Saint Catherine of Alexandria Great Martyr. Wooden orthodox icon

Icon of the Holy Great Martyr Catherine

This beautiful Orthodox icon depicts Saint Catherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria, one of the most beloved saints of the Christian Church, known for her wisdom, purity, and steadfast faith.

💠 Life of Saint Catherine
Saint Catherine lived in Alexandria in the 4th century and was renowned for her extraordinary education and eloquence. When the pagan emperor Maxentius persecuted Christians, Catherine bravely confessed her faith in Christ. She debated with the emperor’s philosophers and, through the grace of God, converted many of them to Christianity. For her bold confession, she was tortured and ultimately martyred. Tradition tells us that angels carried her body to Mount Sinai, where a monastery dedicated to her still stands today.

💠 Spiritual Meaning and Intercession
Saint Catherine is venerated as the patroness of students, philosophers, and all those seeking wisdom and truth. Believers also pray to her for strength in faith, help in studies, and guidance when making important life decisions. Her intercession is sought by young women asking for a blessed marriage, as well as by those facing trials for their faith.

🖼 Product Features

Each icon in our workshop is made to last a lifetime and beyond. The image is printed with rich, fade-resistant pigment inks on a premium solid-core wood panel — then hand-finished with a natural beeswax coating that deepens the colors, protects the surface, and gives each piece the warm, reverent quality of a traditionally crafted sacred object. A metal hanging hook is included on the back, so your icon is ready to display the moment it arrives.

• Crafted on a premium wood panel — 1.6 cm (0.6") thick, sturdy yet lightweight
• Fade-resistant pigment print — rich, true-to-life colors that last for generations
• Natural beeswax finish — hand-applied for depth, protection, and a traditional feel
• Ready to hang — metal hook pre-attached on the reverse
• Hand-finished by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal

📏 Available Sizes

• Small – 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)
• Medium – 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)
• Large – 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)

🎁 Perfect For

• Meaningful Orthodox Christian gifts
• Housewarming and family blessings
• Prayer corners and devotional spaces
• Baptisms, name days, weddings, and feast days

🌍 Worldwide Delivery

Securely packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal with tracking.

✨ Crafted with Tradition

Each icon is carefully made by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal — created to become a lasting blessing for your home or a treasured gift for someone you love.