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Product Features:
- Saint Stephen the Protomartyr (Archdeacon)
- Material: Natural stone with preserved texture
- Frame: Elegant white wooden frame
- Stone dimensions: 20 x 20 cm
- Framed dimensions: 30 x 30 cm
- Each piece is unique
- Please note: any stand visible in product photos is not included and does not come with the order.
Hand-finished and carefully packaged
Why is this a beautiful gift?
In a time of mass-produced items, a gift like this carries a message of thoughtfulness, depth, and spiritual meaning. The icon of Saint Stephen is not merely decorative — it symbolizes steadfast faith, courage, and sacrificial love. It is given as a blessing for the home, a sign of protection, and a lasting spiritual reminder.
It is especially valued as a Slava gift for St. Stephen’s Day, the first family feast celebrated after Christmas.
Saint Stephen was the first of the seven deacons ordained by the Holy Apostles and is therefore known as the Archdeacon. He became the first Christian martyr after being stoned to death in Jerusalem for preaching the Gospel of Christ. His martyrdom stands as a powerful symbol of unwavering faith, spiritual strength, and devotion to truth.
The Serbian Orthodox Church celebrates Saint Stephen on January 9, a feast deeply rooted in tradition and folk customs, symbolizing blessing, prosperity, and spiritual renewal.
