Description
Saint Clare of Assisi and the Poor Clares
Clare was born in Assisi in 1193 into an aristocratic family. At eighteen she left privilege to follow the Gospel path preached by Saint Francis. She became the founding mother of the Poor Ladies at San Damiano, later known as the Poor Clares, and defended their commitment to communal poverty. Clare was the first woman in Church history to write a religious Rule approved by the pope. The approval came shortly before her death in 1253; she was canonized in 1255.
White veil, Eucharistic vessel, and raised hand
The image shows Clare in a pale habit and white veil, holding an ornate Eucharistic vessel with the host visible. This attribute recalls the tradition that, while ill, she prayed before the Blessed Sacrament when San Damiano faced armed attackers. Her raised hand expresses intercession and firm trust in Christ. The composition therefore joins Poor Clare simplicity with Eucharistic devotion rather than presenting the vessel as a decorative object.
For contemplatives, women religious, and Eucharistic prayer
This Saint Clare of Assisi icon is suited to Poor Clares, Franciscan communities, adorers, women discerning consecrated life, and people seeking courage through prayer. It can accompany Eucharistic adoration, discernment, prayer for threatened communities, and a commitment to simplicity. It belongs in a convent, chapel, adoration room, retreat house, parish office, or home prayer corner and makes a meaningful gift for profession or a name day.
Crafted on linden wood in Poland
Made to order in Poland on a double-primed linden wood panel, with direct printing and decorative gold-tone metal leaf. A certificate with the year of production and a wall hanger are included.