Saint Peter the Athonite Icon – Orthodox Christian Art Reproduction
Original icon: 19th century.
This beautifully crafted icon honors Saint Venerable Peter the Athonite (of Athos), one of the earliest and most revered ascetics of the Holy Mountain. Born a Greek and once a respected commander in the imperial army of Constantinople, Saint Peter’s life became a radiant testimony of repentance, divine intervention, and unwavering devotion to God.
Captured during the Syrian war in 667, Saint Peter the Athonite endured years of imprisonment in the fortress of Samara. There, reflecting on his sins and his unfulfilled vow to embrace monastic life, he began a life of deep fasting and fervent prayer. Through the intercession of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker, who appeared to him repeatedly—together with Saint Simeon the God-Receiver—Peter was miraculously freed from his chains. Melted by the staff of Saint Simeon and opened by heavenly power, the prison gates released him, setting him on the path God intended.
Obeying the divine call, Peter traveled to Rome, where the Pope—forewarned in a dream by Saint Nicholas—tonsured him into monasticism at the tomb of the Holy Apostle Peter. Strengthened by spiritual instruction, the new monk journeyed east until the Mother of God herself revealed in a dream the land where he was to live out his life: Holy Mount Athos.
When his ship reached Athos, it came to a supernatural halt. Recognizing the will of God, Peter disembarked and entered the desert. From the year 681, he lived there 53 years in complete solitude. His clothing decayed, yet God covered him with hair like a garment. He battled demonic temptations—terrifying apparitions of soldiers, beasts, reptiles, and deceitful illusions—but defeated them all through prayer and the protection of the Most Holy Theotokos.
Finally, the Mother of God appeared with Saint Nicholas and promised that an angel would bring him heavenly manna every 40 days. Sustained by divine nourishment, Saint Peter continued his ascetic struggle until his peaceful repose in 734.
His holy relics, glorified by miracles, were preserved on Athos and later transferred to Thrace. The life of Saint Peter the Athonite is inseparably linked with the sacred covenant of the Mother of God, who declared Athos her earthly inheritance—a place where monastics would always find grace, protection, and spiritual increase.
This icon is a powerful reminder of:
– miraculous deliverance through the saints
– the spiritual authority of the Mother of God on Mount Athos
– profound ascetic struggle undertaken for Christ
– the heavenly reward granted to those who live in faith and purity
A meaningful gift for monastic communities, Orthodox faithful, and all who honor the saints of Athos.
🖼 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")
📏 Available Sizes
• 12 x 15 cm (5” x 6”)
• 23 x 30 cm (9” x 12”)
• 30 x 39 cm (12” x 15”)
🎁 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.
