{"product_id":"icon-of-venerable-saint-genevieve-of-paris-patron-saint-of-paris-consecrated-virgin-and-wonderworker-orthodox-icon","title":"Icon of Venerable Saint Genevieve of Paris — Patron Saint of Paris, Consecrated Virgin and Wonderworker — Orthodox Icon","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIcon of Venerable Saint Genevieve of Paris\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis Orthodox icon depicts \u003cstrong\u003eVenerable Saint Genevieve of Paris\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eGenovefa\u003c\/em\u003e), one of the most beloved saints of Western Christianity, fully venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church and included in the calendar of the Russian Orthodox Church. She is shown in the traditional iconographic manner — as a consecrated virgin in monastic garments, holding a candle or scroll, her face reflecting the quiet radiance of a soul entirely given to God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e✝️ Life and Holiness of Saint Genevieve\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSaint Genevieve is the patron saint of Paris and France. She came into the world around the year 420 in the Roman province of Gaul. Her Christian parents, Severus and Gerontia, owned a modest farm in Nanterre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGenevieve was twelve years old when the holy bishops Saint Germanus of Auxerre and Saint Lupus of Troyes arrived in Nanterre. Bishop Germanus noticed the young girl in the crowd, called her to him, kissed her forehead, and turned to her parents, promising a blessed life for their daughter. In that brief exchange, Genevieve expressed her dream of dedicating her life to Christ.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt the age of fifteen, Genevieve took monastic vows and dedicated herself to a life of prayer and service. When her parents died, she moved to Paris and continued her works of mercy. Through fasting, vigil, and prayer she progressed in the ascetic life and received from God the gifts of clairvoyance and the working of miracles. Gradually the people of Paris and the surrounding area regarded her as a holy vessel of God.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOne of the most celebrated episodes of her life took place in \u003cstrong\u003e451 AD\u003c\/strong\u003e, when Attila the Hun turned his vast army toward Paris. Genevieve exhorted the people to fast and pray constantly rather than flee, assuring them that the city would be spared — and the Huns left Paris unharmed. The city was saved, and from that moment on her voice was heeded not only by the people but by kings and rulers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere is a beloved tradition that on a stormy Saturday night, as Saint Genevieve was leading her nuns to church, the wind extinguished her lantern. She made the Sign of the Cross over it, and the candle burned with a bright flame, lighting their way through the dark and muddy road. This miracle became one of the most cherished images in her iconography. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe anonymous biographer of the Saint relates multitudes of miracles in her Life — she expelled demons, healed paralytics, and gave sight to the blind. Once, a sorrowful mother brought her the dead body of her four-year-old son. The Saint covered him with her cloak and prayed for many hours with tears, until the child was resurrected.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOver time, Genevieve has remained a symbol of holiness lived at the heart of everyday life, capable of uniting contemplation with civic responsibility. She showed how trust in God can become a strength that sustains an entire people. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOn 9 March 2017, the name of the Venerable Genevieve was formally added to the calendar of the Russian Orthodox Church. Her feast day is celebrated on \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 3 \/ January 16\u003c\/strong\u003e (New Style). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e🕯️ To Whom Do the Faithful Pray Before This Icon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBelievers turn to Saint Genevieve for intercession in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection of cities, homelands, and peoples\u003c\/strong\u003e from war, disaster, and invasion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and courage\u003c\/strong\u003e in times of fear and uncertainty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreservation of purity and chastity\u003c\/strong\u003e — she is a patron of consecrated virgins and all who seek purity of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealing of the sick\u003c\/strong\u003e and miraculous help in desperate circumstances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWisdom for rulers and leaders\u003c\/strong\u003e — kings and princes sought her counsel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelp for exiles, refugees, and those far from home\u003c\/strong\u003e — she is the consolation of the displaced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection of children\u003c\/strong\u003e — she is invoked for the sick and imperilled little ones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFidelity in prayer\u003c\/strong\u003e and perseverance in the ascetic life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e🎁 A Meaningful Gift For:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWomen and girls named Genevieve, Jeanne, or Geneva\u003c\/strong\u003e — their heavenly patron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThose living or working in Paris or France\u003c\/strong\u003e — venerating the city's own protectress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrthodox Christians in the Western world\u003c\/strong\u003e — a bridge between Eastern and Western sanctity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone facing great fear, danger, or uncertainty\u003c\/strong\u003e — in her intercession they find courage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConverts to Orthodoxy\u003c\/strong\u003e — she walked the same path of seeking and finding the fullness of the Faith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMothers praying for their children\u003c\/strong\u003e — she interceded for the most helpless with tears and miracles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThose who work in public service, governance, or civic life\u003c\/strong\u003e — saint of both prayer and civic action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖼 Product Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted on a premium wood panel — 1.6 cm (0.6\") thick, sturdy yet lightweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFade-resistant pigment print — rich, true-to-life colors that last for generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural beeswax finish — hand-applied for depth, protection, and a traditional feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to hang — metal hook pre-attached on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished by Orthodox Christian artisans in Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Available Sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Small – 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)\u003cbr\u003e• Medium – 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)\u003cbr\u003e• Large – 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎁 Perfect For\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Meaningful Orthodox Christian gifts\u003cbr\u003e• Housewarming and family blessings\u003cbr\u003e• Prayer corners and devotional spaces\u003cbr\u003e• Baptisms, name days, weddings, and feast days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌍 Worldwide Delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurely packed and shipped worldwide from Portugal with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Crafted with Tradition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe name of this icon in different languages⬅️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese (Simplified): 巴黎圣热纳维耶芙（热诺维法）修女圣像\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCzech: Ikona ctihodné svaté Jenovéfy Pařížské (Genovefy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDanish: Ikon af den ærværdige hellige Genevieve af Paris (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDutch: Icoon van de eerwaarde heilige Geneviève van Parijs (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish: Icon of Venerable Saint Genevieve of Paris (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstonian: Auväärse püha Genevieve Pariisist (Genovefa) ikoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinnish: Kunnianarvoisan pyhän Genevieve Pariisista (Genovefa) ikoni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench: Icône de sainte Geneviève de Paris (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman: Ikone der ehrwürdigen heiligen Genoveva von Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreek: Εικόνα της Οσίας Αγίας Γενεβιέβης των Παρισίων (Γενοβέφα)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItalian: Icona di santa Genoveffa di Parigi (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese: パリの聖ジュヌヴィエーヴ（ジェノヴェファ）のイコン\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatvian: Cienījamās svētās Ženvjēvas no Parīzes (Genovefas) ikona\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLithuanian: Garbingosios šventosios Genovefos iš Paryžiaus ikona\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorwegian: Ikon av den ærverdige hellige Genevieve av Paris (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish: Ikona czcigodnej świętej Genowefy z Paryża\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortuguese: Ícone de Santa Venerável Genoveva de Paris (Genovefa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRomanian: Icoana sfintei cuvioase Genoveva de Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRussian: Икона преподобной святой Женевьевы Парижской (Геновефы)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerbian: Икона преподобне свете Женевјеве Париске (Геновефе)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlovak: Ikona ctihodnej svätej Genovévy Parížskej\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlovenian: Ikona častitljive svete Genovefe iz Pariza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpanish: Icono de Santa Venerable Genoveva de París\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwedish: Ikon av den vördnadsvärda heliga Genevieve av Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUkrainian: Ікона преподобної святої Женев'єви Паризької (Геновефи)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Icons of Saints","offers":[{"title":"12x15 cm (5”x6”)","offer_id":52137915613467,"sku":null,"price":100.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"23x30 cm (9\"x12\")","offer_id":52137915646235,"sku":null,"price":181.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30x39 cm (12\"x15\")","offer_id":52137915679003,"sku":null,"price":234.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/3805\/4171\/files\/Icon_of_Venerable_Saint_Genevieve_of_Paris_1.jpg?v=1777478300","url":"https:\/\/iconsofsaints.com\/products\/icon-of-venerable-saint-genevieve-of-paris-patron-saint-of-paris-consecrated-virgin-and-wonderworker-orthodox-icon","provider":"iconsofsaints.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}