Saint Jerome

Orthodox icon of Saint Jerome or Hieronymus on thick plywood 20mm, which does not sting and keeps its shape over time. Preparation with acrylic stucco and have been used acrylic colors. It has been covered with varnish to keep the colors undiluted in time and humidity. Hanging clip included on the back of the icon.

St. Jerome was born in Stridon on the border of Dalmatia and Pannonia in 342-347 AD. The young Saint Jerome left his studies in Rome to further explore the Christian world and acquaint himself with holy clergy and monks. Seeking a closer union with Christ, he lived a solitary life in the deserts of Syria. Throughout his life he wrote prodigiously, upbraiding the faithful for their laxity, defending the virginity of the Blessed Virgin, defending the practices of celibacy and the veneration of the saints' relics, and more. His best known writings are his commentaries on the scriptures. He ended his life in Bethlehem at a venerable old age on September 30, 420 AD. The Catholic Church recognizes him as the patron saint of translators, librarians, and encyclopedists. Jerome translated many biblical texts into Latin from Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. His feast day is on September 30.