Quiz on Saints’ Lives

On 6 May, the Orthodox Feast of St. George the Victorious is celebrated almost all over the world. Since the time of Dmitry Donskoy, Saint George has been considered as the patron saint of Moscow, which is reflected in Moscow heraldry from the 14th to 15th centuries. Revered in many countries, this saint became a symbol of courage and fortitude for many centuries.
Practically up to the XV century his image, without any additions, was the coat of arms of Russia, and his image was embossed in ancient Russia on Moscow coins. This holy martyr began to be considered in Russia as the patron saint of princes, despite the fact that he is not a Russian saint. After the battle that took place on the Kulikovo Field, it was considered that George the Victorious is the patron saint of the city of Moscow.
It was on 6 May 1945 – on Easter Day, which coincided with the day of commemoration of the Great Martyr George, that the Lord granted the actual victory over fascism.