Description
Saint Justina of Padua, virgin and martyr
This icon is best identified with Saint Justina of Padua, an early Christian virgin martyr honored by the local Church on October 7. The Diocese of Padua places her martyrdom probably during the persecution of Diocletian and Maximian, around 304, while also acknowledging that the historical outline is distant and limited. Her cult is securely attested by ancient artistic and written evidence, and her relics are venerated in the Basilica of Santa Giustina in Padua. Later narrative details should not be presented as certain biography.
Crown, cross and red mantle
Justina appears as a young woman wearing a jeweled crown and a red mantle over a pale tunic. The handheld cross is the central attribute: it professes faith in Christ and identifies her witness as martyrdom. The crown expresses victory and glory in Christ rather than royal office. Her open hand suggests prayer, surrender or testimony. Because the image contains no city model or inscription beyond her name, its connection with Padua rests on the established identification, not a visible geographic symbol.
Crafted on linden wood in Poland
Made to order in Poland on a double-primed linden wood panel, the image is printed directly onto the prepared surface and finished with decorative gold-tone metal leaf. A certificate recording the year of production and a wall hanger are included. This is a contemporary devotional icon, not an individually hand-painted work.
For steadfast faith and Christian witness
The icon suits a chapel, parish room, women’s community, school or home prayer corner. Justina offers a careful subject for prayer about courage, consecrated commitment and fidelity under pressure. She is especially meaningful for Padua, churches bearing her name and people named Justina or Giustina. Devotion should honor the martyr’s witness without turning sparse historical evidence into an elaborate legend.