Prophet Elijah icon, Handmade Greek Orthodox icon of Saint Elias, Byzantine art wall hanging on wood plaque icon, religious gift

A beautiful handcrafted byzantine icon on natural wood with double varnish to ensure long lasting in time and water proof properties with the representation of Prophet Elijah. An artwork following the Athonian techniques to the letter created with love and patience. The creator applied the process of artificial ageing and added a handcrafted finish to give this icon unique aesthetic value.

Elijah, also spelled Elias or Elia, Hebrew Eliyyahu, (flourished 9th century BCE), Hebrew prophet who ranks with Moses in saving the religion of Yahweh from being corrupted by the nature worship of Baal. Elijah’s name means “Yahweh is my God” and is spelled Elias in some versions of the Bible. The story of his prophetic career in the northern kingdom of Israel during the reigns of Kings Ahab and Ahaziah is told in 1 Kings 17–19 and 2 Kings 1–2 in the Bible. Elijah claimed that there was no reality except the God of Israel, stressing monotheism to the people with possibly unprecedented emphasis. He is commemorated by Christians on July 20 and is recognized as a prophet in Islam.

Can be hung on a wall or placed on a flat surface.