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Saint Alexius (Alexey), the Man of God, and Venerable Mary with the icon of the Transfiguration of the Lord. Wooden orthodox icon.
This rare Orthodox icon of Saint Alexius, the Man of God, and Venerable Saint Mary, featuring the Icon of the Transfiguration of the Lord, is an original work from the 19th century and represents a deeply symbolic and spiritually rich composition.
Saint Alexius, known as the Man of God, is revered for his radical humility, voluntary poverty, and complete dedication to Christ. Born into a noble Roman family, he renounced wealth and earthly comfort, choosing a life of hidden holiness and prayer. His image on the icon embodies meekness, self-denial, and total trust in God.
Venerable Saint Mary is depicted alongside him as a model of repentance, purity, and inner transformation. Together, these saints represent two complementary paths of sanctity: humility through renunciation and holiness through repentance and spiritual struggle.
At the center of the composition is the Icon of the Transfiguration of the Lord, reminding the faithful of Christ’s divine glory revealed on Mount Tabor and the call to spiritual transformation. The presence of the Transfiguration unites the lives of the saints with the promise of inner renewal and deification through grace.
This icon is intended for prayerful contemplation, offering spiritual guidance to those seeking humility, repentance, and inner renewal. It is especially meaningful for a home icon corner, monastic cell, or as a devotional and collectible piece of Orthodox sacred art.
🖼 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.
