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Saint George
Traditionally around A.D. 280 – Traditionally A.D. 303
Saint George was an early Christian martyr celebrated for his courage, steadfast faith, and willingness to suffer death rather than renounce Our Lord Jesus Christ. Traditionally depicted as a soldier defeating a dragon, he symbolizes the triumph of Christian faith and virtue over evil.
Feast Day
April 23
Where From
Traditionally Cappadocia, Asia Minor; associated with Lydda, Palestine
Vocation
Christian martyr; traditionally a Roman soldier
Patron of
England, soldiers, knights, and scouts
About Saint George
Saint George is traditionally believed to have been born in Cappadocia during the third century and to have served as a soldier in the Roman army. When Christians faced persecution under Emperor Diocletian, George courageously professed his faith rather than worship false gods. According to Christian tradition, he endured imprisonment and torture before suffering martyrdom around A.D. 303. Although few details of his life can be established with certainty, his witness to Christ inspired widespread devotion throughout both the Eastern and Western Church.
Saint George is especially remembered through the famous legend of his battle with a dragon, which represents the victory of good over evil. While this story developed centuries after his martyrdom, its spiritual meaning remains powerful. His courage, sacrifice, and fidelity to Christ made him a beloved patron of soldiers and nations. Saint George reminds Catholic families to defend the truth, resist temptation, and remain faithful to Almighty God even in times of great difficulty.