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For his chivalry and bravery because he rescues a princess from a dragon.
Roman Catholic AnswerSt. George, who feast day is April 23 was killed for the faith in Lydda, Israel, before the reign of Emperor Constantine and may have been a soldier in the imperial army. Because he has been such a popular saint for so many centuries (he was venerated in England as early as the eighth century and named patron of the Crusades, his red cross on a white background later became the basis for British military uniforms, the country's Union flag , and the decorations of the Order of the Garter) there have been many pious legends, which cannot be proved. In medieval mystery plays, St. George was always represented as killing a dragon. In Germany and Austria on eve of his feast day boys cracked whips to help the saint drive demons away. In Poland, farmers lighted fires in their yards to frighten evil spirits away. On the morning of his feast, the dew was mixed into the fodder to make the animals immune from attacks of demons or witches. Polish farmers have a fairy tale that St. George lives in the moon, which the Blessed Mother gave him as a reward for his great deeds. extracted fromEncyclopedia of Catholic Devotions and Practices by Ann Ball, Our Sunday Visitor, Inc. C 2003
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When was Saint George's beatification?
St. George was never beatified. He was declared a saint directly based on his martyrdom.
What is Saint George's Eve?
The feast of Saint George is on April 23 so April 22 is the eve of the feast.
When was Saint George executed?
George was executed sometime in the year 306.
When did Saint George become the patron saint of England?
George was appointed a patron saint of England during the reign of Pope Benedict XIV. Benedict XIV ruled from 1740 to 1758.
When was Saint George made a patron?
14th century
In which countries was Saint George a saint in?
Saint George is a saint in ALL countries.
Is Saint George patron saint of Saint George in Illawara?
Yes,, he is the patron saint of St. George's in Illawara.
What countries have Saint George as their patron saint?
St. George is the patron saint of England, Canada, Georgia and Germany.
Was Saint George good or bad?
Saint George would not have the title of saint if he was bad.
Which two countries is Saint George patron saint of?
Saint George is the patron saint of several countriesCanadaEngland (by Pope Benedict XIV)EthiopiaGeorgiaGermanyGreeceLithuaniaMaltaPortugalCappadociaCataloniaPalestine
How many countries is King George III the patron saint of?
King George III is not a saint nor a patron saint. Are you sure you do not have him confused with Saint George?
What is Saint George Preca the patron saint of?
St. George Preca is not currently a patron saint.
Which youth organization has Saint George as its patron?
The Boy Scouts have Saint George as a patron saint.
Is Georgetta a saint's name?
No, there is no such saint. However, the name is based on George and there is a saint named George.
What is the date of St George's Day?
Saint George's Day is the feast day of Saint George. Saint George's Day is celebrated on April 23, the traditionally accepted date of Saint George's death in AD 303.
How many siblings does saint george have?
Saint George was an only child.
What special day did shakespeare die on?
Saint George's day, the feast day of the patron saint of England. This may also have been his birthday, as he was baptised on April 26, 1564.
