Alexander of Svir Orthodox Icon

The Alexander of Svir Orthodox Icon is a revered image in the Orthodox Christian tradition. It depicts Saint Alexander, a Russian Orthodox saint who lived in the 15th century.
Saint Alexander of Svir was a monk and spiritual leader known for his ascetic lifestyle, deep prayer life, and miracles. He founded the Alexander-Svirsky Monastery in the Novgorod region of Russia, where he devoted himself to prayer, fasting, and caring for the sick and needy.
The icon of Alexander of Svir typically portrays him as a monk with a long beard, wearing the traditional monastic robes and holding a cross or a scroll with a prayer. He is often depicted with a serene and contemplative expression, reflecting his life of devotion to God.
The icon of Alexander of Svir is venerated by Orthodox Christians as a symbol of spiritual strength, humility, and devotion to God. Believers often pray to Saint Alexander for his intercession in times of need, particularly for healing, guidance, and protection.
The Alexander-Svirsky Monastery, founded by Saint Alexander, remains an important pilgrimage site for Orthodox Christians, who visit to pay homage to the saint and seek spiritual renewal.
Overall, the icon of Alexander of Svir serves as a reminder of the power of faith, the importance of prayer, and the enduring legacy of the saints in the Orthodox Christian tradition.

In the icon painting workshop “Mstyora Icons” you can buy an icon of St. Alexander, which is made in the best traditions of Russian iconography. A handmade icon of Alexander of Svir is not only an expression of spiritual elevation and faith, but also a true work of art, which will become an exquisite decoration of your iconostasis.
All stages of icon production, starting with the icon board and ending with tempera painting are performed by professional masters and painters iconographers with many years of experience and work experience. Customers of the icon painting workshop are Orthodox Temples and Monasteries.
All icons of the Mstyora Icons icon-painting workshop are made in strict observance of the iconographic canon of the Russian Orthodox Church.

Order the Alexander of Svir Orthodox Icon in the icon-painting workshop “Mstyora Icons”, Mstyora, Vladimir region, where icons have been painted since 1628.

It is possible to paint an image in any size to order.
We accept orders for measurement icons, analoy icons, church icons, and icons for iconostasis.