Saint Asterius of Petra mug

This Saint Asterius of Petra mug can recall a journey, a reading about the ancient Church or a shared devotion. The photograph of Christian ruins in Petra connects his name with the landscape of the city where he was bishop. Choose it for an Asterius or someone who wishes to keep a reference to that history, accompanying the gift with words about your connection to it.

Saint Asterius of Petra mug with an image of the city

The photograph shows the atrium of a Byzantine church in Petra, with columns and a central cistern. The remains postdate the saint and provide a context for the city’s Christian heritage. The image and text serve complementary purposes: one recalls the place, while the other identifies the figure to whom you dedicate the gift. This connection can give a personal meaning to a travel keepsake.

Asterius was bishop of Petra during the fourth century and experienced exile in Egypt. After returning, he joined Athanasius of Alexandria and Eusebius of Vercelli in efforts to restore communion between divided churches. His presence at the synod of Alexandria connects him with debates about the faith of Nicaea. This journey can give meaning to a gift for someone interested in the early centuries of Christianity and the history of the Church.

Name and commemoration on the reverse

The Saint Asterius of Petra mug includes his name and commemoration on 10 June. Choose it for his feast or to preserve the memory of a visit and the conversations it prompted. Personal words when giving it can explain why you selected this image for the recipient, connecting the contextual photograph with the particular saint remembered through the design.

Before ordering, you can rotate the composition in the 3D viewer to examine the image and text from different angles. Selecting Both sides displays two opposing views of the same design, with rotation still available. Choose the handle orientation for a right-handed or left-handed user. The number of mugs you wish to receive is selected separately from the views shown.

We print the composition by sublimation. Choose the printed text language in the customiser and check it in the preview. Choose this gift for the name, history or devotion that connects you with its recipient, and accompany it with a few personal words about why you thought of them. Our collection of religious mugs includes other figures and celebrations, so you can dedicate each gift to someone in your family or community.

Frequently asked questions

How is the image connected with Asterius?
It shows the atrium of a Byzantine church in Petra, the city where he was bishop. The remains postdate the saint and provide context.

Which text appears on the reverse?
Saint Asterius of Petra’s name and commemoration on 10 June.

Can I see both sides in the viewer?
Yes. Select Both sides to show opposing views of the same design while continuing to rotate the 3D scene.