Saints
When is the feast of Saint Mina's martyrdom?
November 24th
I was the king who refused to let God's people go. My heart was hardened even after ten plagues. Who am I?
Pharaoh
The color that represents salvation in Coptic icons
Red
Who is the cousin of Saint Maurice?
Saint Verena
I was a jealous king who constantly tried to kill the man who would become the next king of Israel. Who am I?
King Saul
what is special about the halo of Christ?
It has a cross in it
What are the names of Saint Mina's parents?
Euphemia and Eudoxius
Known for his patience, this man remained faithful to God despite losing everything.
Job
Why does the color green represent evil?
Reference to the "green horse" in Revelations
This female saint disguised herself as a man to live among monks and is celebrated for her humility and dedication.
St. Marina the Monk
I built a golden image and commanded all to worship it, but three men defied me and survived my fiery furnace. Who am I?
King Nebuchadnezzar
What is the symbolism behind why dark colors are painted before light colors in Coptic icons?
Represents our fallen nature, which is in darkness until the light of Christ shines upon it and saves it.
What is the specific name of where Saint Mina was buried?
Lake Bayad, in the district of Marriot
I conspired with my wife to steal a vineyard by falsely accusing its owner, leading to his death. Who am I?
King Ahab
Why do the saints always have both eyes depicted in icons even if it is a side profile?
One eye represents human eye and other represents spiritual eye