Saint Onuphrius the Great of Egypt. Wooden orthodox icon.

Saint Onuphrius the Great of Egypt. Wooden orthodox icon.

This wooden Orthodox icon depicts Saint Onuphrius the Great, one of the most revered desert hermits of early Christianity. The original icon dates to the 19th century and reflects the traditional imagery of Onuphrius as an ascetic clothed only in his long hair and a simple loincloth—symbol of total renunciation of worldly life for the sake of Christ.

Saint Onuphrius lived in the Egyptian desert in the 4th century, dedicating himself to silent prayer, fasting, and complete solitude. His life is known from the account of Saint Paphnutius, who met him shortly before his blessed repose. By that time, Onuphrius had spent 60 years alone in the desert, sustained solely by the grace of God and visited by angels who brought him heavenly bread.

According to some traditions, Onuphrius was born around 320 in Persia, the son of a king. By divine direction he was given to a monastery as an infant, where he grew in obedience and spiritual wisdom. Deeply moved by the stories of ancient hermits, he secretly departed into the Thebaid desert of Egypt. There he found a holy elder who trained him in ascetic warfare against temptations and passions. After several years of mentoring, the elder left Onuphrius to continue his solitary struggle, visiting him only once a year until his own death.

Saint Venerable Onuphrius of Egypt is honored as a model of purity, humility, and unwavering devotion to God. Believers pray to him for help in overcoming spiritual temptations, for inner peace, and for strength in prayer and ascetic endeavors.

📏 Size: 14x30 cm (6"x12")

🖼 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

🎁 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.