🕊️Orthodox Icon of Saints Peter and Fevronia of Murom with a White Dove — Heavenly Protectors of Marriage, Family, and Christian Love | 23x30 cm (9"x12")
This beautiful icon depicts Saints Peter and Fevronia, the beloved patrons of marriage, family harmony, and faithful Christian love. The white dove in their hands symbolizes peace, purity, and the unity of two hearts blessed by God.
✨ The Story of Saints Peter and Fevronia
Saint Peter, a noble prince of Murom, was struck by a severe and mysterious illness. None could heal him—until he met Fevronia, a humble and wise maiden known for her deep faith and spiritual gifts. Through her prayers and healing herbs, the prince was completely restored.
Bound by gratitude and genuine love, Peter chose Fevronia as his wife, despite resistance from the noble class who disapproved of her humble origins. The couple was driven out of Murom by proud boyars, but they accepted the trial with humility and trust in God.
Not long after, the people of Murom recognized their righteousness and begged them to return. As rulers, Peter and Fevronia governed with mercy, justice, and deep Christian love.
After many years of a peaceful and holy life together, they both took monastic vows. They prayed to God to grant them the blessing of departing this life together—and the Lord fulfilled their prayer:
they fell asleep in the Lord on the same day, June 25, 1228, united even in death. Their bodies were found lying together, though they had wished to be buried side by side.
Since then, Saints Peter and Fevronia have been honored as guardians of family, purity, unity, and faithful love.
🙏 What People Pray to Saints Peter & Fevronia For
✔ A blessed Christian marriage
✔ Harmony, peace, and understanding in the family
✔ Healing of relationships and reconciliation
✔ The birth of healthy children
✔ Strength to endure trials together
✔ Finding a suitable spouse
🌿 Traditions of Veneration
Their feast day is July 8, celebrated as the Day of Family, Love, and Fidelity.
This icon is often given as a blessing to:
• Engaged or newly married couples
• Spouses celebrating anniversaries
• Parents wishing family happiness for their children
• Anyone seeking peace and love in the household
🎁 Perfect Christian Gift For:
• Wedding and engagement
• Anniversary celebrations
• Young families beginning their life together
• Prayer corners and home altars
• Anyone devoted to Orthodox Christian traditions
🖼 ProductFeatures
Each icon in our workshop is made to last a lifetimeand beyond. The image is printed with rich, fade-resistant pigment inks on apremium solid-core wood panel — then hand-finished with a natural beeswaxcoating that deepens the colors, protects the surface, and gives each piece thewarm, reverent quality of a traditionally crafted sacred object. A metalhanging hook is included on the back, so your icon is ready to display themoment it arrives.
- Craftedon a premium wood panel — 1.6 cm (0.6") thick, sturdy yet print — rich, true-to-life colors that last for generations
- Naturalbeeswax finish — hand-applied for depth, protection, and a traditional feel
- Readyto hang — metal hook pre-attached on the reverse
- Hand-finished byOrthodox Christian artisans in Portugal
AVAILABLE SIZES — CHOOSE YOUR PERFECT FIT Small — 12 × 15 cm / 5" × 6" — ideal for a personal prayer corner, desk, or gift
Medium — 23 × 30 cm / 9" × 12" — the most popular choice for home display
Large — 30 × 39 cm / 12" × 15" — a statement piece for any wall or altar spaceTHE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY SACRED OCCASIONAn Orthodox icon is not simply a decorative object — it is a blessing for the home and a window into the Kingdom of Heaven. This icon makes a deeply meaningful gift for: Baptisms and Chrismations
Name days and feast days
Weddings and anniversaries
Housewarmings and new home blessings
Christmas, Easter, and other major Orthodox feasts
Anyone in need of comfort, prayer, or heavenly intercessionWORLDWIDE DELIVERY FROM PORTUGALEvery order is carefully packed to protect the icon during transit and shipped worldwide with full tracking. We take great care with every package — your icon will arrive safely and ready to treasure.MADE WITH FAITH, CRAFTED WITH CAREOur icons are made in Portugal by Orthodox Christian artisans who approach each piece as an act of devotion as much as craft. From the selection of the wood panel to the final application of beeswax by hand, every step is carried out with the intention that this icon will become a lasting blessing — in your home, or in the home of someone you love.We are proud to bring the living tradition of Orthodox Christian iconography to homes around the world.💬 Have a question? Feel free to reach out!
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