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St. George was declared a saint by Pope Gelasius I in 494 AD. Later, in the 14th century, he was elevated to the status of England's patron saint by King Edward III in 1350, partly due to the establishment of the Order of the Garter.
St. George is also highly respected in Ethiopia where he is a national symbol of faith, courage, and Ethiopian identity, not just a Christian figure.
St. George was a brave knight over 1,500 years ago!
Though his exact historical origins are unknown, he is believed to have been a real Roman soldier who was martyred for his Christian faith. He is most famous for being kind and courageous, defeating a dragon and standing up for what is right. As with many of the Saints, his stories are a combination of real history and fantastical legend.
People in England think he is so special that they made him their patron saint ... a protector and a symbol of goodness.
The red cross on the English flag comes from St. George’s symbol. You might see it on shirts, flags, and even on some of your coloring pages!
One of the most famous stories about St. George is that he fought a dragon!
In the story, a dragon was scaring people and causing trouble. St. George bravely faced the dragon and saved the day.
St. George’s Day is celebrated every year on April 23rd with various traditions, particularly in England, where people may wear a red rose, fly the St. George's Cross flag, and attend parades and reenactments like morris dancing. Other celebrations include singing the hymn "Jerusalem," eating a traditional roast, and sharing stories about the legend of St. George and the dragon.
It’s a day to remember being brave, helping others, and bravely standing up for what is right, just like St. George did!
Morris dancing is a traditional English folk dance that is full of energy, music, and fun! It usually involves dancers wearing colorful clothes, bells on their legs, and sometimes waving sticks or handkerchiefs. The dancers move in patterns, jump, and clap to the beat of lively music, often played on fiddles, drums, or accordions.
Morris dancing has been done for hundreds of years and was originally part of celebrations for special occasions, like planting season, harvest, or festivals. Today, people still perform it at fairs and public events to celebrate English culture and traditions.
St. George was a real person who lived a long time ago. He was known for being brave and standing up for what was right. Over the years, people told exciting stories about him—like how he fought a dragon to protect others. These stories are legends that show his courage and goodness, even if they didn’t really happen exactly as told. St. George’s life teaches us that being brave and helping others is what makes someone a true hero!
