This beautiful hand-painted icon honors Saint Meropy the Martyr (Η Αγία Μερόπη), a steadfast witness of Christ’s love and truth, who suffered martyrdom for her faith. Painted with deep reverence in the Byzantine tradition and adorned with real gold leaf, the icon is set on finely carved wood, preserving the sacred heritage of Orthodox iconography.
Saint Meropy lived during the early centuries of Christianity and is known for her unwavering faith in the face of persecution. According to tradition, she secretly retrieved and buried the body of a fellow martyr — her spiritual father — an act of great devotion and boldness. For this, she endured torture and death, earning her a crown of martyrdom and a place among the blessed.
Her life is a timeless testimony to courage, compassion, and the power of spiritual love and loyalty.
Feast Day: December 2
Features:
Hand-painted in authentic Byzantine style
Embellished with genuine gold leaf
Mounted on hand-carved wood
Honors an early Christian woman martyr and spiritual heroine
Suitable for personal prayer, gifting, or liturgical settings
Let the quiet strength and radiant faith of Saint Meropy inspire your spiritual journey and illuminate your space with the grace of the early Church martyrs.
 
Materials: Surface: Wood & hardboard
Width: 6.5 inches
Height: 9 inches
Depth: 1 inches