Bring the solemn beauty of Jesus Christ the Bridegroom into your home with this handcraftedย Byzantine Wooden Mounted Icon, created with reverence and care. The Bridegroom icon is deeply meaningful in the Orthodox tradition, especially duringย Holy Week, where Christ is shown in humility, suffering, and divine kingship.
This sacred image invites prayer, reflection, and repentance. It is especially cherished by Orthodox Christians who seek a visual reminder of Christโs love, sacrifice, and victory over death. The Bridegroom icon is often used during the services of Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, and Holy Wednesday, making it a powerful devotional piece for the Paschal season.
This icon is handmade on solid wood and finished with care, offering a durable and beautiful way to honor Christ in your prayer space. Its compact mounted format makes it ideal for a home icon corner, bedside table, office desk, or as a meaningful Orthodox gift.
Each piece is individually crafted, so slight variations in color and finish are part of the handmade character of the icon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Jesus Christ the Bridegroom?
A: Jesus Christ the Bridegroom is a cherished Orthodox icon of Christ used especially during Holy Week. It shows Christ in humility and suffering, reminding believers of His love, sacrifice, and call to repentance.
Q: Why is He called the Bridegroom?
A: In Orthodox tradition, Christ is called the Bridegroom because He is the divine Bridegroom of the Church. The title reflects His love for humanity and His sacrificial union with the Church.
Q: When is the Bridegroom icon used?
A: The Bridegroom icon is especially used during Holy Week, particularly on Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, and Holy Wednesday in the Orthodox Church.
Q: Is this icon handmade?
A: Yes. This icon is handcrafted on wood and finished with care to preserve its beauty and devotional character.
Q: Is this a good Orthodox gift?
A: Absolutely. It is a meaningful gift for Holy Week, baptisms, house blessings, name days, or anyone with devotion to Christ and Orthodox worship.
Q: Does the icon vary from piece to piece?
A: Yes. Because each icon is handmade, small variations in finish, texture, or color are normal and make every piece unique.
Q: Can I request a custom size for my favorite Saint, Lord, or Panagia for my home?
A: Yes! Since we manufacture every piece in our home-studio, we can accommodate custom prepaid requests to fit your specific home prayer corner (iconostasis) or wall display. Please email us at shop@cmtgraphics.com to discuss your custom project.
Delivery & Returns
PRODUCTION
Our icons are handcrafted and made to order, so please allow time for production before shipping. Shipping time does not include production time. Most orders ship within 5โ7 business days. With standard shipping, expect delivery within 8โ12 business days, depending on workload, weather, and other factors. Hand-painted icons (ฮฑฮณฮนฮฟฮณฯฮฑฯฮฏฮฑ / iconography) may take up to 3 weeks.
(For example, if you select 2-day shipping, your order will be delivered 2 days after it ships, not 2 days after the order is placed.)
Please visit our Shipping and Handling FAQ page for more information about how long you can expect production to take.
WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
Shipping time does not include production time. When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on our shipping provider (USPS), shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page. Click here to learn more about shipping.
RETURN POLICY
We allow returns for many of our items, but restrictions may apply. Please visit our Return Policyย page for more information.
