Icon of Saints Peter and Paul

Icon of Saints Peter and Paul - Pillars of the Church and Witnesses of Christ

The Icon of Saints Peter and Paul depicts the two greatest apostles of the early Church. Saint Peter, the first pope and the rock upon which Christ built His Church, holds the keys, symbolizing authority and unity. Next to him stands Saint Paul, once a persecutor of Christians, transformed into the Apostle of the Nations, holding a sword and a book, symbols of his teaching and martyrdom.

Crafted on linden wood, double primed and gilded with schlagmetal, this icon was created using direct printing and hand-varnishing, combining timeless Byzantine tradition with artistic durability.

The meaning of the icon of Saints Peter and Paul

• Saint Peter: guardian of faith and symbol of the unity of the Church.

• Saint Paul: tireless preacher, writer of the Epistles, Apostle to the Gentiles.

• Together: they represent the foundation of Christianity through mission, teaching and martyrdom in Rome.

The golden background reflects divine presence and eternal light.

Patronage and feast

Saints Peter and Paul are patrons of:

• the universal Church,

• Christian unity,

• missionaries and preachers,

• the city of Rome.

Their solemn feast day is celebrated on June 29th.

Icon of Saints Peter and Paul - for whom?

This icon is an excellent religious gift for priests, bishops, missionaries and catechists. It also makes a meaningful devotional item for families, chapels and parishes.