Saint Venerable Paisius (Paisios) the Great — Wooden Orthodox Icon
This wooden Orthodox icon depicts Saint Venerable Paisius (Paisios) the Great, one of the most revered desert fathers of the 4th century, known for his extraordinary ascetic life, profound humility, and divine wisdom.
Life of Saint Paisius the Great
Saint Paisius was born in Egypt in the mid-4th century. After losing his father in childhood, his mother dedicated him entirely to God. From a young age he served as a church cleric, showing deep piety, diligence, and love for prayer.
Entering monastic life, he became a disciple of Saint Pambo, one of the great spiritual teachers of the desert. Under his guidance, Saint Paisius passed through the highest school of asceticism:
• he lived in complete solitude for three years;
• studied the Holy Scriptures;
• fasted rigorously;
• prayed unceasingly;
• and attained purity of heart and spiritual illumination.
Seeking even greater stillness, Saint Paisius carved a small cave deep in the desert and lived there in silence, devoting himself entirely to God.
Teacher of Monks and Founder of Lavras
His sanctity drew many monks and laypeople to him. Around his cave a monastic Lavra formed, guided by his wise and fatherly leadership.
Saint Paisius taught:
• obedience to spiritual elders,
• unity and brotherly love,
• constant prayer,
• reading of Scripture,
• and labor combined with virtue.
His disciples sang psalms, worked with their hands, and supported the poor.
Even when he withdrew deeper into the desert seeking solitude, another Lavra grew around his new cell, testifying to his spiritual authority and the miracles God performed through him.
Legacy of a Desert Saint
For his great holiness, Saint Paisius was granted visions of heavenly mysteries. He reposed in deep old age, and his relics — glorified by miracles — were later transferred to Pisidia in Asia Minor.
Saint Paisius the Great is venerated as a teacher of inner prayer, humility, and spiritual clarity. Believers pray to him for:
• overcoming passions and temptations
• growth in humility
• guidance in monastic and spiritual life
• strengthening in prayer
🖼 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.
