Saint John the Abstainer and Patriarch of Constantinople

Orthodox icon of Saint John the Abstainer and Patriarch of Constantinople 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. John was born in Constantinople. At first he worked as a goldsmith. From his youth, however, he was inclined toward the monastic life. He also possessed a rare gift for continence and a natural love for fasting, and thus he was known as “the Faster.” He was ordained as a deacon by Patriarch John III, and later he received the grace of the priesthood. After the death of Patriarch Eutychius, Saint John was chosen to succeed him. St John was Patriarch of Constantinople from 582 - 595, and was the first to use the title “Ecumenical Patriarch.” He was a great faster, intercessor and wonderworker right up to the time of his death. Saint John reposed on September 2, 595. His grace-filled relics were entombed in the Church of the Holy Apostles. His feast day is on August 30 and September 2.