Saint Simon the Zealot Framed Canvas Icon

Saint Simon, distinguished within the list of the Twelve Apostles by the title the Zealot, is thought by Church tradition to have once belonged to a fervently nationalist Jewish movement before being called by Christ to a far greater and more lasting cause than the one he had previously served. Scripture records almost nothing of him beyond his name among the apostolic company, yet the very fact of his calling speaks powerfully to the breadth of those Christ chose to carry His message, drawing together men of widely differing backgrounds and convictions into a single united mission. Tradition holds that Simon carried the Gospel eastward, often paired in later accounts with the Apostle Jude Thaddeus, and that the two were martyred together, their lives ending where their shared mission had led them. He remains a quiet witness that whatever zeal a person once gave to lesser causes can, through Christ, be entirely redirected toward the highest cause of all.

“Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes.” (Luke 6:15)

O holy Apostle Simon, once zealous for lesser things before being called by Christ to the highest cause, intercede for us, that whatever zeal we possess may be turned wholly toward the service of the Lord. Amen.

This framed canvas makes a beautiful and cherished gift for baptisms, name days, Christmas, Easter, or any occasion where the Orthodox faith is celebrated.

Product Details:

• Premium canvas print, framed and ready to hang
• Available in Natural or Black frame
• Canvas print area: 12 x 18 inches
• Overall framed size: 13 x 20 inches (frame depth 1.6 inches)
• Vivid, fade-resistant print quality
• A meaningful gift for baptisms, name days, and feast days

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