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Saint George ( Greek: Γεώργιος, translit. Geṓrgios; [note 1] died 23 April 303), also George of Lydda, was an early Christian martyr who is venerated as a saint in Christianity. According to tradition, he was a soldier in the Roman army.
Jun 21, 2024 · Saint George, early Christian martyr who became an ideal of martial valor and selflessness in the Middle Ages. The legend of George’s slaying of a dragon is much represented in art. He is the patron saint of England and of Georgia and is venerated as one of the 14 Holy Helpers.
Saint George is the patron saint of England and Catalonia and his cross can be found throughout England. In older works, Saint George is depicted wearing armor and holding a lance or fighting a dragon, which represents Christ's enemies.
Apr 2, 2014 · Saint George, Christian patron saint of England, was made known there by Arculphus and Adamnan. In a famous tale, he rescued a Libyan princess from a sea monster.
Saint George is the patron saint of soldiers, especially after visions of him inspired Christian armies during the first Crusade. In England, King Richard the Lionheart visited a church dedicated to Saint George on his way to battle.
Apr 23, 2024 · St George is considered the patron of knights, soldiers, scouts, fencers and archers, among others; he is also invoked against the plague and leprosy, and against venomous snakes. In the absence of certain information about his life, in 1969 the Church changed the liturgical feast of St George to an optional memorial on the universal calendar.
Jul 31, 2009 · The life of Saint George, including the legend of his fight with a dragon and why this Roman soldier from Turkey became the patron saint of England.
