Hand painted icon of Saint Sozon, made in Mount Athos, on natural wood. The icon is delivered in a wooden box.
Short life of Saint Sozon
Saint Sozon was a Christian martyr from Lycaonia in Asia Minor, who lived during the 3rd century AD. Before his conversion to Christianity, he was known as Tarasios and worked as a shepherd. He was distinguished by his kindness and gentleness, striving to live a simple and humble life filled with love for others. Although he was often treated unjustly by other shepherds, he did not react with anger, but remained calm and patient. At the same time, he studied the Holy Scriptures and sought to lead others toward the Christian faith. At some point in his life, he was deeply moved by his belief in Christ and performed an act that led to his arrest. He removed a golden statue of a pagan deity and distributed the gold among the poor. For this act, he was captured by the authorities and subjected to martyrdom, remaining steadfast in his faith until the end. Over time, especially on the island of Lemnos, Saint Sozon became closely associated with the maritime life of the region and was venerated as the protector of sailors, as many invoked his help during dangers at sea. His veneration became deeply rooted in local tradition, and he is honored as the patron saint of the island. The Orthodox Church commemorates his memory on 7 September.
