Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker A beautiful icon, entirely hand-painted on wood. Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker is one of the most revered Christian saints. With his miracles, he became famous from East to West. An ardent defender of the Christian faith, a philanthropic and merciful man, during the years of his life and after his ascension, he saved many people, healing them from physical infirmities, from sorrow and grief. It is impossible to list the miracles that occurred during prayers before the bright image of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker, because the list would turn out to be huge, as huge and boundless is the love of the Saint for the human race. Born in the city of Myra, he lived in the 3rd and 4th centuries, during the terrible persecutions of Christians. His life was dedicated to church work. Considered the patron saint of bankers, merchants, sailors, fishermen, pharmacists, perfumers, coopers, lawyers, children and newlyweds.