Description
Saint Nino Icon – Equal to the Apostles of Georgia
Saint Nino, also called Nina, is honored as Equal to the Apostles and the Enlightener of Georgia. According to the ancient Georgian Christian tradition, she preached the Gospel there in the fourth century and helped establish the country’s enduring Christian faith. Her witness joins missionary courage with quiet reliance on the Mother of God and on the saving power of Christ.
Iconography and the grapevine cross
The defining attribute of Saint Nino is a cross formed from grapevines and bound with strands of hair. Tradition connects this unusual cross with her mission to Georgia; it remains one of the most recognizable symbols of Georgian Christianity. The sacred book in her hand identifies her as a bearer of the Gospel, while the gold-toned background places her earthly mission within the light of God’s kingdom.
For prayer and Christian devotion
This Saint Nino icon is especially appropriate for Georgian Christian homes, missionaries, catechists, converts, and anyone praying for courage to witness to the faith. It also makes a thoughtful name-day or baptismal gift for a woman named Nino or Nina.
Crafted on linden wood in Poland
The image is printed directly on a double-primed linden wood panel and finished with decorative gold-tone schlagmetal. Each icon is made to order in Poland and includes a metal wall hanger and a certificate marked with the year of production.