Saint George - Wikipedia
WEBMany patronages of Saint George exist around the world. 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.
Saint George | Facts, Legends, & Feast Day | Britannica
WEBMay 1, 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.
St. George - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online
WEBSaint 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.
Saint George - Facts, Life & England - Biography
WEBApr 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. Updated: Oct 6, 2020
Saint George and the Dragon - Wikipedia
WEBSaint George and the Dragon. Saint George Killing the Dragon, woodcut by Albrecht Dürer (1501/4) In a legend, Saint George —a soldier venerated in Christianity —defeats a dragon. The story goes that the dragon originally extorted tribute from villagers.
Saint George, Martyr - My Catholic Life!
WEBHis powerful witness was said to convert many Roman pagans. 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.
BBC - Religions - Christianity: Saint George
WEBLast updated 2009-07-31. 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.
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