Saint Peter the Wonderworker and Bishop of Argos

Orthodox icon of Saint Peter the Wonderworker and Bishop of Argos 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. Peter lived during the 9th century and was raised by pious parents in Constantinople. He devoted himself to monastic labors and he excelled all his fellows. The Italian bishop Nicholas I Mystikos consecrated Paul, St. Peter's brother, as Bishop of Corinth and Peter went to his brother and lived with him, taking upon himself the spiritual struggle of silence. Emissaries came to Bishop Paul from the city of Argos and they asked for St. Peter as their bishop. As bishop, St. Peter toiled zealously in guiding his flock. He was extraordinarily compassionate, concerning himself with those in need, especially orphans and widows. Peter departed to the Lord at the age of 70 around 928 AD. and his relics were placed in the Cathedral of Argos. His feast day is on May 3 and is the patron saint of the city of Argos.