Saint Joseph, Abbot of Alaverdi in Georgia

Orthodox icon of Saint Joseph, Abbot of Alaverdi in Georgia 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. 

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St. Joseph was born in Antioch and became a disciple and companion of Saint John of Zedazeni, who in the 6th century arrived in Georgia with 12 Syrian ascetics to spread the Christian faith. With the blessing of his teacher, Joseph settled in the village of Alaverdi in Eastern Georgia. One day the Lord sent a nobleman to hunt in the valley where the pious hermit dwelt among the wild animals. Seeing the Saint, the nobleman bowed before him, kissed him, and humbly asked what had brought him to this deserted place. Inspired by Saint Joseph, the nobleman vowed to erect a church and laid the foundations of Alaverdi Monastery. Saint Joseph was the first abbot of the brotherhood. He died peacefully and was buried at the Alaverdi Church. His feast day is on September 15.