This sacred hand-painted icon commemorates the Elevation of the Holy Cross, one of the most significant feasts in the Orthodox Church, celebrating the discovery and veneration of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross of Christ. Executed in traditional Byzantine style with egg tempera and adorned with genuine 22K gold leaf, the icon is mounted on asymmetrically hand-carved natural wood, echoing the timeless majesty of the event it depicts.
The feast recalls the moment when Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine, miraculously discovered the True Cross in Jerusalem, and when it was solemnly elevated for the faithful by Patriarch Macarius. More than a historical event, it is a call to lift high the Cross in our hearts and lives—recognizing it as the symbol of victory, sacrifice, and divine love.
Feast Day:
Elevation of the Holy Cross: September 14
Features:
Traditional Byzantine-style hand painting using egg tempera
Embellished with genuine 22K gold leaf
Mounted on asymmetrically hand-carved natural wood
Symbol of redemption, victory over death, and spiritual renewal
A powerful devotional piece for home, chapel, or church icon corners
May the Precious Cross of Christ, through this holy icon, bless all who venerate it with strength, healing, and unwavering faith.
 
Materials: Surface: Wood & hardboard
Width: 8.5 inches
Height: 12 inches
Depth: 1.25 inches