Saint Cosmas of Aetolia
Saint Cosmas of Aetolia, an equal-to-the-apostles preacher and martyr, shown as an elder with a long grey beard in a dark-blue monastic robe and a round monastic cap, holding a traveler's staff and a prayer rope, on a gold background with a Greek inscription. Lithograph on MDF…
- Hand-finished, with a certificate of authenticity
- Delivery across Serbia in 10-15 business days (express 3-4 business days)
- Carefully packaged for safe transport
- Cash on delivery - pay when you receive your order
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Saint Cosmas of Aetolia was a monk of Mount Athos and one of the greatest Orthodox preachers of the 18th century. Born in Aetolia in western Greece, he left the peace of the monastery and set out on a years-long missionary journey through Greece and the Balkans, awakening faith among the people, founding schools, and calling people to repentance. Because of his bold word, he suffered martyrdom in 1779, and the Church honors him as equal-to-the-apostles - equal to the apostles in zeal. On this icon he is shown as an elder with a long grey beard, in a dark-blue monastic robe and with a round monastic cap, while in his hands he holds a traveler's staff and a prayer rope - signs of a tireless traveler and man of prayer. The Greek inscription "Ο ΑΓΙΟΣ ΚΟΣΜΑΣ Ο ΑΙΤΩΛΟΣ" means "Saint Cosmas of Aetolia".
The faithful pray to Saint Cosmas for the strengthening of faith, for the enlightenment of the mind, for a blessing in learning and preaching, as well as for protection on the road. The icon finds its place in the holy corner of the home, on the family iconostasis, or in a prayer nook, and it is especially dear to teachers, educators, and all who spread the word of God. It also makes a worthy gift for a family patron saint's day (slava), a baptism, or a name day, as well as a blessing for someone setting out on an important journey in life. Saint Cosmas of Aetolia is celebrated on August 24.
Features:
- Material: quality MDF board
- Technique: lithograph on MDF board
- Craftsmanship: flat panel with a gold background, dark-red (burgundy) border, and a lightly antiqued (patinated) look
- Finish: protective eco-friendly varnish
- Hand-finished detailing
- Certificate of authenticity with every piece
- Durable and stable construction
Ideal for:
- A holy corner, family iconostasis, or prayer nook
- A gift for teachers, educators, and preachers
- A blessing for setting out on a journey or an important step in life
- A gift for a family patron saint's day (slava), baptism, or name day
Each piece is unique and may have small variations due to hand-finishing, which makes it special.
- Backing materialMDF
- TechniqueLithograph print on an MDF base with a protective eco-friendly varnish
- With the iconcertificate of authenticity, hanging hook
Each piece goes through several steps before it reaches you:
- MDF base. Carefully selected and worked to a smooth finish - a stable base that does not warp over time.
- Lithograph print. The icon is printed in high resolution onto the prepared MDF base, with faithful colours and detail.
- Hand-finishing. Every piece is finished and checked by hand before the final coat.
- Eco-friendly varnish. The final coat protects against moisture and gives lasting durability - the colours stay vivid for years.
- Certificate and hook. The back carries the workshop's mark and a hook ready for hanging. Every icon comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Delivery
We ship all orders within Serbia only. Delivery takes 10-15 business days from order confirmation - this includes crafting, packaging and transport.
Icons are sent by courier, with proof of delivery. Packaging is twofold - an inner layer with protective foam and an outer cushioning layer for safe transport.
Payment
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Returns
You have the right to a return within 14 days of receipt - provided the icon is unused, in its original packaging and undamaged. More details in our Return Policy.
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