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.
🖼 Product Features
• Printed on durable MDF wood panel
• Mineral pigment inks for long-lasting color
• Sealed with protective beeswax finish
• Ready to hang — includes mounted metal hook
• Handmade by Orthodox Christian artisans
• Lightweight yet solid: board thickness is 1.6 cm (0.6")
📏 Size: 14x30 cm (6"x12")
🎁 Perfect for
• Orthodox Christian gifts
• Spiritual housewarming gifts
• Prayer corners and devotional altars
• Baptisms, name days, and feast days
🌍 Ships worldwide with secure packaging
Our icons are made by Orthodox craftsmen in Portugal.
We hope it will be a good gift for you and your loved ones.
