St. George and the Dragon - Icon Holy Card

Much of what we know of St. George (d. circa 303 A.D.) is wrapped in legend. St. George is a very popular saint in Eastern Orthodox Churches. But George is also very highly respected among the English, who made him their country’s patron. This icon written by Sr. Mary Charles, OSB, is based on the historical icons that started to emerge in the 14th century. The depiction recounts a legend—more symbolic than historical—that St. George rescued the daughter of the king of Libya from being offered as a human sacrifice to appease a dragon terrorizing the city. Upon seeing the courage of the saint and the power of God at work in him, the citizens were converted to the faith and underwent baptism. St. George’s name day is celebrated April 23rd.
Size: 3 x 5