Saint John the Forerunner

Orthodox Icon Saint Eleftherios in natural rombolo pine wood. This Icon is handcrafted on canvas by a craftsman and embossed according to the style and tradition of Byzantine art.

John the Baptist, also called John the Forerunner, is a Saint and prophet of Christianity. He was a contemporary-peer of Jesus Christ and it is considered that with his teaching he prepared the world to welcome the Messiah Jesus, hence the designation “Forerunner”, whom he baptized. His memory is celebrated on January 7.