Saint Marina (Margaret) of Antioch "beating the devil". Wooden orthodox icon
Saint Marina (Margaret) of Antioch "beating the devil". Wooden orthodox icon
Icon of the Holy Great Martyr Marina (Margarita, Margaret) of Antioch (Beating the devil)
Icon of Saint Marina (Margaret) of Antioch Defeating the Devil
This wooden icon is a replica of the famous 1857 icon by Lazaros from Athens, preserved in the Byzantine Museum. It depicts the life and martyrdom of Saint Marina of Antioch, also known as Margaret, a revered great martyr in Christian tradition.
About Saint Marina
Saint Marina was born in Antioch (modern Turkey) into a pagan priest’s family. Orphaned as a child, she was raised by her nurse, who introduced her to Christianity. Upon learning of her Christian faith, her father disowned her.
During Emperor Diocletian’s persecution of Christians (284–305), Marina, at the age of 15, was arrested and subjected to brutal torture for refusing to renounce her faith. Despite the tortures, she remained steadfast in her belief and prayed for divine help.
A defining moment of her story involved a confrontation with the devil, who appeared to her in the form of a serpent and later as a demon. Through her prayers and the sign of the cross, Saint Marina defeated the demon, physically subduing and striking him with a hammer. This dramatic victory over evil symbolizes her unshakable faith and divine strength.
Ultimately, she was martyred by beheading after enduring severe torment. Her relics became objects of veneration, with parts of them preserved on Mount Athos and in Italy.
Icon Features
• Scene of Victory: Saint Marina is shown standing triumphantly over the devil, striking him with a hammer.
• Symbolism: The image represents the triumph of faith over evil, making it a source of inspiration for overcoming life’s challenges and spiritual struggles.
• Vivid Detailing: The icon includes smaller panels narrating key moments of Saint Marina’s life and martyrdom.
• Dimensions: The icon is a striking and meaningful piece, perfect for personal devotion or as a spiritual gift.
Special Significance
Saint Marina is especially venerated by monastics, who seek her intercession in overcoming temptations and evil. Her life and martyrdom serve as a profound testament to the power of unwavering faith.
This icon is not only a beautiful piece of religious art but also a source of spiritual encouragement and a reminder of the victory of good over evil.
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.
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.
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The icon of Saint Marina beating the Imp- it came well ahead of schedule but most of all it was made with very great care, respect, and reverence! It is absolutely gorgeous and came with a small wooden icon of Jesus Christ Pantokrator as well as a summary of Saint Marina's life! If there was a rating above 5 stars it would DEFINITELY get it!!! God bless you all!