St Mark the Evangelist Orthodox Icon Rock Slate Plaque Coptic Christian Gift Decor

Saint Mark the Evangelist holds a place of supreme honor in the Coptic Orthodox Church — he is venerated as the founder of Christianity in Egypt and the first Pope of Alexandria, the ancient see that gave the world some of its greatest theologians and saints. Mark was a companion of both the Apostle Peter and the Apostle Paul, and it was Peter who affectionately called him “my son Mark.” Tradition holds that Mark wrote his Gospel — the shortest and most action-packed of the four — largely based on the eyewitness testimony of Peter, capturing the urgency and power of Jesus’ ministry with vivid, immediate detail. Around 49 AD, Mark traveled to Alexandria in Egypt, where he preached the Gospel and performed miracles, leading many to faith and establishing the first Christian community in Africa. He is said to have healed a cobbler named Ananias, who became one of his first converts and later a bishop. Mark was eventually arrested by pagan authorities in Alexandria, dragged through the streets, and martyred for his faith around 68 AD. His relics were later taken to Venice, where the magnificent Basilica of San Marco was built in his honor — but in 1968, Pope Paul VI returned a portion of his relics to the Coptic Church, a historic moment of reconciliation and honor for the ancient church Mark founded.

"Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." — Mark 16:15

This sacred icon of Saint Mark the Evangelist is faithfully rendered in the Coptic Orthodox icon tradition, printed on genuine natural rock slate. The reverent iconographic style and rich, timeless artistry honor this beloved apostle and founder of the Coptic Church with devotional beauty, while the natural texture of the slate adds an authentic, earthy quality that makes every piece truly one of a kind.

Product Details:

• Material: Natural rock slate
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.5–6 inches
• Includes a stand for easy tabletop or shelf display
• Durable, long-lasting construction
• Ready to display upon arrival

A deeply meaningful gift for Coptic Christians and anyone who treasures the legacy of the early Church in Africa. Perfect for prayer corners, home altars, church offices, or as a heartfelt present for baptisms, confirmations, or any occasion celebrating the spread of the Gospel to all the world.