Moldovan Orthodox Christian Black Coffee Mug

The Orthodox Church of Moldova represents the Orthodox Christian tradition of the Moldovan people, a Latin-speaking nation deeply rooted in the Eastern Orthodox faith, whose religious identity has been shaped by centuries of belonging to the great Romanian Orthodox tradition while also bearing the profound influence of Russian Orthodox culture and spirituality during the long periods of Russian and Soviet rule. Moldova, situated between Romania and Ukraine, has been an Orthodox Christian land since the medieval Moldavian Principality received Christianity as its foundation, and its greatest medieval ruler, Stephen the Great, known as Stefan cel Mare, is venerated as a saint of the Orthodox Church. Stephen the Great, who reigned from 1457 to 1504, is celebrated for having built a church or monastery after each of his many victories over the Ottoman, Hungarian and Polish forces that threatened his small principality, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of sacred architecture that stands as a testament to his faith and his gratitude to God. The painted exterior monasteries of Moldavia, including Voronet, Sucevita and Moldovita, are counted among the greatest achievements of Orthodox Christian art in the world and are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Moldova has also suffered greatly under Soviet atheist persecution, maintaining its faith through extraordinary hardship.

"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." (Psalm 118:1)

O Lord Jesus Christ, through the prayers of Saint Stephen the Great of Moldova and all the saints of the Moldovan and Romanian Orthodox tradition, bless and protect the Moldovan Orthodox people and their holy Church and grant them peace, prosperity and steadfastness in the faith of their fathers. Amen.

This mug makes a meaningful gift for baptisms, name days, Moldovan and Romanian Orthodox feast days, Easter, Christmas or any occasion where the Orthodox faith and heritage of Moldova and its remarkable medieval Christian civilisation is celebrated.

Product Details:

• Premium 11oz black ceramic mug
• Wraparound dye-sublimation print, vivid and long-lasting
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• C-handle for comfortable grip
• Lead and BPA-free
• Printed on demand with care

Shipping:

• UK orders fulfilled locally in the United Kingdom
• US orders fulfilled locally in the United States
• EU orders fulfilled locally in Europe

A daily reminder of faith, for yourself or someone you love.