Great Martyr Panteleimon Orthodox Icon

Great Martyr Panteleimon Orthodox Icon is a hand-painted icon of Saint Panteleimon the Healer, one of the most beloved holy physicians and great martyrs in Orthodox tradition. The image is intended for prayer, veneration, and a home icon corner, chapel, or parish space.

In this icon Saint Panteleimon is shown as a noble young martyr with a halo, holding a medicine box and spoon. These details point to his earthly calling as a physician and to his Christian mercy toward the sick, the poor, and all who sought help.

Saint Panteleimon the Healer

Saint Panteleimon was born in Nicomedia and trained in medicine. After receiving the Christian faith, he became known for treating people without payment and for serving the suffering with compassion. His name is traditionally understood as meaning all-merciful.

Orthodox Christians pray to Saint Panteleimon for spiritual strength, comfort in illness, patience, and the intercession of a saint who joined medical skill with faith in Christ. Such prayer does not replace medical care; it belongs to the life of faith and trust in God.

Iconographic Features

The saint is painted frontally, with calm eyes and restrained dignity. His red garment and blue sleeve give the image a clear, solemn color rhythm, while the medicine box and spoon make the icon instantly recognizable as the image of Panteleimon the Healer.

The composition is simple and prayerful, without excessive decoration. The attention remains on the face of the saint, his martyrdom, and his merciful service.

Materials and Technique

This icon is painted on a linden wood board with splines, kovcheg, pavoloka, chalk levkas, egg tempera, and protective varnish. These traditional materials follow the practice of Orthodox icon painting and are suitable for long-term devotional use.

This icon is available in 27×31 cm (10.6×12.2 in). Larger or custom formats can be discussed individually.

For Prayer and Gift Giving

The icon may be chosen for a home icon corner, a chapel, a doctor or medical worker, a person bearing the name Panteleimon, or anyone seeking a prayerful Orthodox image of the holy physician and martyr.

Free international shipping is included, and payment is made after receiving the icon.

Questions and Answers

Who is shown in this icon?

The icon shows Saint Panteleimon the Healer, a holy physician and great martyr of the Orthodox Church.

Why is Saint Panteleimon shown with a medicine box?

The medicine box and spoon refer to his service as a physician and to his merciful care for the sick and suffering.

What is Saint Panteleimon known for?

He is known as a Christian physician who treated people without payment and confessed Christ even under persecution.

Is this icon connected with prayer for illness?

Yes. Orthodox Christians often pray to Saint Panteleimon for comfort, patience, spiritual strength, and intercession during illness, while medical care remains important.

Is this a hand-painted icon?

Yes. This is a hand-painted Orthodox icon on a wooden board, not a printed reproduction.

What materials are used for this icon?

The icon is painted on a linden wood board with splines, kovcheg, pavoloka, chalk levkas, egg tempera, and protective varnish.

What is the size of this icon?

The available size is 27×31 cm (10.6×12.2 in). Larger or custom formats can be discussed individually.

Does this icon include a kovcheg?

Yes. The listed materials include a kovcheg, a traditional recessed field in the icon board.

Where can this icon be placed?

It is suitable for a home icon corner, prayer room, chapel, parish space, or as an Orthodox gift.

How is shipping and payment arranged?

Free international shipping is included. Payment is made after receiving the icon.