Metal Saint Sava Icon – Embossed Blessing of the Serbian Enlightener - (19 x 23 cm)

Saint Sava – The Path-finder and Eternal Guardian of Serbian Faith

Saint Sava is the most significant figure in Serbian history, the founder of the independent Serbian Orthodox Church and the pioneer of national education. This metal-clad icon (Oklad) reflects the ancient tradition of honoring great saints with precious metalwork, highlighting his role as a holy teacher and peacemaker. Its 19x23 cm dimensions provide a dignified presence on any home altar.

Why This Metal Icon is a Wise Choice:

• A Beacon of Wisdom: Saint Sava is the patron of schools and students. This icon is traditionally placed in homes to inspire learning, spiritual growth, and reconciliation among family members.
   

• Exquisite Metal Craftsmanship: The embossed 3D relief captures the light beautifully, enhancing the sacred atmosphere of your prayer corner and reflecting the celestial glory of the saint.
   

• The Perfect Gift for the Diaspora: For Serbian families in the USA, Canada, and Australia, Saint Sava is the ultimate link to their roots. This icon is a prestigious gift for baptisms, weddings, or the Feast of St. Sava (Savindan).
   

• Durable Spiritual Heirloom: Crafted with high-quality metal and treated wood, this icon is designed to last for generations, preserving the image of the great enlightener for your descendants.

Historical Portrait of Rastko Nemanjić

Saint Sava was a real historical figure, the youngest son of the Great Prince Stefan Nemanja, born as Rastko around 1175. History remembers him as the prince who rejected the crown and the splendor of the court to become the monk Sava in the silence of Mount Athos. His most significant historical feat was obtaining autocephaly (independence) for the Serbian Church in 1219, forever placing Serbia on the map of civilized nations.

He was the first Serbian legislator, educator, and diplomat who traveled from Jerusalem to Constantinople, building bridges between the East and the West. His miracles began during his lifetime and continued even after the Ottomans burned his relics in Belgrade in 1594—this act did not destroy his spirit but ignited it in the heart of every Serb. When you bring this icon into your home, you bring a reminder of the man who proved that knowledge and faith are the only treasures no one can take away.

International Designations

Serbia / Montenegro / Bosnia: Metalna Ikona Sveti Sava (Srpski Prosvetitelj), USA / Canada / UK / Australia: Metal Saint Sava Icon / St. Sava the First Archbishop of Serbia, Russia / Ukraine / Belarus: Svyatitel' Sava Serbskiy (Святитель Савва Сербский - Металлический оклад), Greece / Cyprus: Agios Savvas o Savvaitis tis Servias (Άγιος Σάββας της Σερβίας), Germany / Austria: Hl. Sava von Serbien - Metallikone auf Holz, Romania: Sfântul Sava al Serbiei - Icoană metalică

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