Martyr

Saint George

Saint George, a Roman soldier, was martyred for his Christian faith. He is famously depicted slaying a dragon, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

Patron saint of Soldiers · England · Scouts
Feast
April 23
Era
3rd Century
Place
Lydda
Saint George portrait

At a Glance

Saint George

Feast Day
April 23
Era
3rd Century
Primary Place
Lydda
Vocation
Martyr
Patronage
Soldiers · England · Scouts

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Overview

Saint George

Saint George, a Roman soldier, was martyred for his Christian faith. He is famously depicted slaying a dragon, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

Feast day: April 23

Patronage

Soldiers · England · Scouts

Connected Places

  • Lydda, Israel: Site of his martyrdom
  • London, England: Patron saint’s legacy

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Kindred Saints

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