Engraved Christian Orthodox Necklace Pendant SAINT MEGALOMARTYR NICETAS THE GOTH

SKU: IS172

$ 179

Only 1 left in stock

Description

Engraved Christian Orthodox Necklace Pendant SAINT MEGALOMARTYR NICETAS THE GOTH 

Technical details

The size of the icon is 0.51x1.50 in / 13x39 mm;

It is produced from sterling silver 925 grade, 24k gilded and blackened;

Weight is around 0.30 oz / 8.4 gr.

The model of 2018.

Symbolism and appliance of the icon pendant

Nicetas, in ...Russian Nikita, is a Christian martyr of the 4th century, particularly venerated in the Russian Orthodox Church. His feast day is on the 15th of September. Nicetas, a Gothic soldier, lived in the Danube region at the margins of the Eastern Roman Empire. Pagan Goths began to oppose the spread of Christianity, which resulted in internecine strife. Nicetas fought in the Gothic civil war between the pagan Athanaric and the Christian Fritigern. After the defeat of Athanaric, Nicetas worked with Ulfilas in converting the Goths. He was condemned to the stake in 372. According to his Passio, the devil, shaped like an angel, induced Nicetas to sacrifice to the pagan gods for saving his life; Nicetas, however, put him to flight by means of prayer and was assisted by Archangel Michael. His body was buried in Cilicia and later transferred to Constantinople.

It is interesting, that Saint Nicetas saves babies from birth defects. So the wearing of this icon is highly advisable for pregnant women, as it can protect their newborns during birth. It is small and delicate, so it can be comfortably worn on the breast and under clothes.

Why should you buy this icon?
  • It is a perfect example of Orthodox art, created by the worldwide famous jeweler Yuri Fedorov;
  • Silver and gold, used in the production of this icon are of the best quality;
  • Its special destination is to protect your babies.
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