{"title":"Saint Alexander of Constantinople","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaint Alexander of Constantinople (c. 240–340 AD) served as Bishop of Constantinople and was a steadfast defender of Nicene orthodoxy during the tumultuous Arian controversy. He attended the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea in 325 AD and played a pivotal role in opposing the heresy of Arius. Tradition holds that on the very night Arius was to be received back into communion by imperial decree, Alexander prayed fervently through the night — and Arius died suddenly before the ceremony could take place. Saint Alexander is venerated as a confessor and hierarch of the Church. His feast day is celebrated on August 30.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our handcrafted Orthodox icons and devotional items honoring Saint Alexander of Constantinople, made in our Ohio workshop using traditional Byzantine embroidery techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saint-alexander-of-constantinople-embroidered-orthodox-icon-6x9-framed-icon-machine-embroidery-on-felt","title":"Saint Alexander of Constantinople Embroidered Orthodox Icon Orthodox Icon – Framed – 6x9 – Embroidered","description":"📝 Description\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 6×9 embroidered icon of Saint Alexander of Constantinople is produced using professional multi-needle embroidery equipment and carefully digitized iconography rooted in traditional Orthodox models.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSaint Alexander of Constantinople is depicted in the hierarch (bishop) icon type, holding the Gospel and offering a blessing. The icon is machine embroidered directly onto felt, providing a stable, matte textile ground well suited to embroidered iconography, and is mounted in a solid wood frame.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis icon is appropriate for:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHome prayer corners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nClergy and church offices\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIcon-literate Orthodox households\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGifts honoring bishops, clergy, or namedays\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEach icon is produced and inspected in our Ohio workshop before framing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n---\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIcon Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubject: Saint Alexander of Constantinople\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEmbroidered size: 6 × 9 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFinished size (framed): 7 × 9 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Machine embroidery on felt\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrame: Solid wood, rustic finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOrientation: Vertical\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nReady to display\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n---\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAbout the Saint\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSaint Alexander of Constantinople served as Archbishop of Constantinople in the early fourth century and is remembered for his defense of Orthodox doctrine during the Arian controversy. He is traditionally depicted as a hierarch, holding the Gospel and blessing the faithful, emphasizing continuity of apostolic teaching and pastoral authority.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n---\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease Note\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is an embroidered textile icon stitched on felt, not a printed image\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWood grain and felt texture may vary slightly\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nColors may appear slightly different depending on screen settings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n---\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n📦 Processing \u0026amp; Shipping\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCarefully packed for transit\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShips from the United States\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTracking provided","brand":"Orthodox Gifts \u0026 Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47285166604546,"sku":"ET-4447153101","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/2663\/7058\/files\/il_fullxfull.7688713783_pujj.jpg?v=1769377952"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/2663\/7058\/collections\/il_fullxfull.7688713783_pujj.jpg?v=1785974779","url":"https:\/\/orthodoxgiftsandcrafts.com\/collections\/saint-alexander-of-constantinople.oembed","provider":"Orthodox Gifts \u0026 Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}