Saint Great Martyr Catherine of Alexandria. Wooden orthodox icon.

Saint Great Martyr Catherine of Alexandria

Saint Catherine of Alexandria is one of the most beloved and venerated Great Martyrs of the Orthodox Church, renowned for her wisdom, courage, and unwavering devotion to Christ. Born into a noble and educated family in Alexandria, she possessed exceptional knowledge in philosophy, rhetoric, and the sciences. Yet above all earthly learning, Saint Catherine sought the true wisdom that comes from knowing Christ.

When Emperor Maxentius began persecuting Christians, Saint Catherine fearlessly confessed her faith and openly challenged pagan philosophers, exposing the emptiness of idolatry through her profound understanding of both human knowledge and divine truth. By the grace of God, she confounded and converted many learned men, who later accepted martyrdom for Christ. For her bold confession, Saint Catherine endured imprisonment and severe torments, remaining steadfast through prayer and trust in the Lord.

According to tradition, the instrument of her execution—the spiked wheel—was miraculously destroyed, and she was ultimately beheaded, receiving the crown of martyrdom. Angels carried her holy relics to Mount Sinai, where a monastery was later founded in her honor, remaining a center of Christian pilgrimage to this day.

Believers pray before the icon of Saint Great Martyr Catherine of Alexandria for wisdom, strength of faith, purity of heart, courage in trials, and guidance in education and important life decisions. She is especially revered as a heavenly patron of students, scholars, teachers, and all who seek to unite knowledge with faith in Christ.

🖼 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.