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Saint George ( Sant Jordi in Catalan) is also the patron saint of Catalonia. His cross appears in many buildings and local flags, including the flag of Barcelona, the Catalan capital. A Catalan variation to the traditional legend places George's life story as having occurred in the town of Montblanc, near Tarragona .
Jun 21, 2024 · St. George (flourished 3rd century—died, traditionally Lydda, Palestine [now Lod, Israel]; feast day April 23) was an early Christian martyr who during the Middle Ages became an ideal of martial valour and selflessness. He is the patron saint of England and of Georgia and is venerated as one of the 14 Auxiliary Saints (Holy Helpers).
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Saint George stands out among other saints and legends because he is known and revered by both Muslims and Christians. It is said Saint George killed the dragon near the sea in Beirut, thus Saint George bay was named in his honor. Saint George's feast day is celebrated on April 23, but if it falls before Easter, it is celebrated Easter Monday.
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. When they ran out of livestock and trinkets for the dragon, they started giving up a human tribute once a year.
Apr 2, 2014 · Saint George was born circa 280 in Cappadocia, an area that is now part of Turkey. Emperor Diocletian executed St. George circa April 23, 303, in Lydda (modern-day Lod), Palestine, for protesting ...
Saint George is one of Christianity's most popular saints, and is highly honored by both the Western and Eastern Churches. [1] A wide range of devotions, traditions, and prayers to honor the saint have emerged throughout the centuries. He has for long been distinguished by the title of "The Great Martyr" and is one of the most popular saints to ...
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Apr 23, 2024 · Learn about the life and legacy of St. George, a Christian soldier who was martyred in 303 and became a symbol of faith and courage. Discover his stories, devotion, relics and feast day in the Catholic Church.
