Description
Icon of Saint Paul the Apostle
Saint Paul, born Saul of Tarsus, first opposed the Christian community before an encounter with the risen Christ transformed his life and mission. Called to proclaim the Gospel among the nations, he traveled widely, founded and strengthened local churches, and endured imprisonment and persecution. Thirteen New Testament letters bear his name, and ancient Christian tradition remembers his martyrdom in Rome.
Iconography and spiritual meaning
Paul holds a Gospel book, signifying the apostolic teaching he received and handed on to the Church. His mature features and concentrated expression correspond to the traditional image of a teacher formed through conversion, study, suffering, and prayer. The icon directs attention to grace that changes a life and to the responsibility of proclaiming truth with courage and charity.
For prayer and Christian devotion
This icon is suited to a home prayer corner, chapel, parish office, seminary, mission house, or study. It may accompany prayer for conversion, evangelization, perseverance, preachers, missionaries, and those discerning a vocation. It is a fitting confirmation, ordination, profession, or name-day gift.
Crafted on linden wood in Poland
Made to order in Poland on a double-primed linden-wood panel. The sacred image is printed directly onto the prepared wood and accented with decorative gold-tone schlagmetal. A rear hanger is fitted, and the certificate records the year of production.