Orthodox icon of Saint Aphrodite: Offers a devotional focus for Orthodox Christians
Commemorates martyrdom of forty virgin martyrs: Honors historical Christian martyrdom and sacrifice
Depicts deacon Ammoun: Recognizes the martyrdom of a spiritual teacher and leader
Reflects joyful martyrdom: Showcases the martyr's acceptance of death with faith and joy
Supports monastic communities: Supports the production and veneration of spiritual icons
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Orthodox icon of Saint Aphrodite, one of the The Forty Virgin Martyrs and Their teacher Deacon Ammoun.
Commemorated September 1st.
One of the prophesies about the life of virginity, very prevalent in the New Testament, can be found in the 44th Psalm of David. There, Prophet David sees his distant, precious daughter, the Most Holy Theotoko
Type
Orthodox religious icon
Commemorated
Saint Aphrodite, forty virgin martyrs, deacon Ammoun