Braided Bracelet | Saint Demetrius

The bracelet consists of small knots and an icon, which makes it not just a piece of jewelry, but a Christian symbol of faith. Thanks to a special braiding technique, the bracelet can be easily stretched by increasing the distance between the knots. This means it's is suitable for different wrist sizes.

The piece is available in two variations: classic 925 sterling silver for lovers of simplicity, or gold-plated silver for those who prefer a warm glow.

Komboskini bracelets

The name of the Greek "komboskini" bracelets reflects their essence and purpose: in Greek, kombos (κόμπος) means "knot", and skini (σχοινί) is a rope or cord.

Bracelets are braided in a special way: each knot consists of 9 crosses of cord, symbolizing the nine crosses, or nine angelic ranks. Often seed beads, little crosses or icons are woven into the bracelet.

Komboskini bracelets are usually worn on the wrist of the left hand, as it's closer to the heart. Believers often give such bracelets to their family and friends to remember and pray for them.

Saint Demetrius

Saint Demetrius is one of the holy warriors and the patron saint of Thessaloniki, where his grave and relics are kept. He protected the city from many natural disasters. He is also the protector of catechists.

Demetrius was born in Thessaloniki to pious parents who were secret Christians. He was very gifted, both physically and spiritually. Emperor Maximian Galerius appreciated Demetrius' talents and appointed him proconsul in Thessaloniki.

He had the gift of a missionary and catechist, thanks to which the saint led many people away from idolatry. But news of this reached Maximian Galerius, who urged him to repent and turn away from Christianity. The saint boldly confessed his faith, for which he was imprisoned and subjected to many horrible tortures.

Near the saint's prison there was a stadium where another Christian, Nestor, had to fight a most feared imperial gladiator, Lyeios. With the blessing of St. Demetrius, Nestor defeated his giant opponent. But this provoked the anger of the emperor, who ordered his soldiers to find Demetrius in prison and kill him. And so they did.

Christians took the saint's bloody body and buried it at the site of his martyrdom. Later, a temple was built there, and then the great church (basilica) of St. Demetrius that we know today.

Another disciple of the saint, his servant named Lupp, took the bloody riza and the martyr’s ring and began to heal the sick with them. With this riza and the ring, he wrought many miracles.

The memory of Saint Demetrius is commemorated on October 26.

Handmade on Mount Athos and sold by Metamorfosi (Athos Gifts). Ships from Greece within 5 business days, with US duties and taxes prepaid.