At Sihastria Monastery in the mountains of northern Romania, Elder Cleopa (1912-1998) tended sheep for many years as a young monastic, spending his days in prayer and spiritual contemplation. Then, at the age of twenty-nine, he was unexpectedly chosen to be the new superior of the monastery. Elder Cleopa quickly demonstrated his skill in directing people in the spiritual life. He instructed both monastics and lay people in the practice of the Jesus Prayer and in the cultivation of interior silence. After being arrested and threatened by the communist secret police, Elder Cleopa departed to the wilderness, where he spent a total of ten years in unceasing prayer. Eventually he returned to Sihastria Monaster where, for the next thirty years, he daily received hundreds of visitors flocking to him for spiritual guidance. Endowed by God with spiritual insight, he would patiently and wisely guide them into closer communion with God. At the time of his death, he was spiritual father to all of Romania.
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Saint Cleopa of Romania
Saint Cleopa of Romania
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Orthodox icon of Saint Cleopa of Romania 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.
Materials
Materials
wood panel
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipped in 4-6 weeks
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Dimensions
Dimensions
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Care Instructions
Care Instructions
My handpainted icons are made from natural materials that constantly interact with their environment. These above materials are sensitive to extreme light, heat and humidity.
Handling the icons should also be done cautiously; oils from our hands can stain their shiny surface. Dust can softly be removed with a pure white cloth.
Following the above simple instructions will guarantee that your icon will age gracefully through time and will be enjoyed by the generations to come.
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