How did Saint George follow Jesus?

Answer 1

Saint George, not to be confused with the heretical bishop George of Capadocia despite what revisionists might write, was a Christian soldier from Palestine who was told by his superiors that he must renounce his Christianity and offer sacrifice to the pagan gods of Rome. He refused and was tortured and then beheaded. Nothing demonstrates ones love for Jesus more than to give ones life for him. Edward Gibbon, an atheist who despised any form of organized religion, tried to discredit Saint George the Martyr by associating him with George of Capadocia, an Arian heretic bishop who lived at a different time and in a different place. All reputable historians have largely discounted this story.For a lengthy biography of the real Saint George click on this link.

Answer 2

Edward Gibbon provides a good summary of the life of George of Cappadocia, in The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. George was a totally disreputable character who became Archbishop of Alexandria and Primate of Egypt. Even the Church of his day was appalled by his conduct and avarice, but was unable to dislodge him. When Julian the Apostate succeeded as emperor, he had George deposed and imprisoned for trial. However, the population was impatient with the delays of justice, forced the prison and killed George.

Time forgave George, and he came to be widely revered as a martyr and saint. It is considered almost certain that St. George of England really is based on George of Cappadocia. Of course, sincere Catholics can never accept that a revered saint was really a disreputable character, and so insist that he must have been an innocent military man.

Answer 3

Saint George followed Jesus by devoting his life to faith, service, and spreading the teachings of Christianity. He faced martyrdom for his beliefs and courageously stood by his faith until the end, mirroring the commitment and sacrifice of Jesus. Through his actions and steadfast devotion, Saint George exemplified the virtues of compassion, bravery, and unwavering faith.