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Saint George – 15cm (Made in Portugal)

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The Saint George – 15cm resin statue (commonly known as \"marfinite\") is part of our collection of Catholic images.

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This Saint George – 15cm statue is approximately 15cm tall and depicts Saint George on horseback slaying the dragon (demon).

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The colors and actual dimensions of the Saint George – 15cm statue may vary from what is displayed on your screen due to screen settings and our photo editing.

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Brief summary of Saint George's life: Although there is limited historical information about Saint George, this warrior saint is believed to have been born in the ancient region of Cappadocia, now part of modern-day Turkey. After his father's death in battle, he moved to Palestine with his mother, who came from a wealthy family and owned vineyards. His mother provided him with a good education. As a teenager, he joined the military and quickly rose to the rank of captain due to his zeal, dedication, courage, mastery, and tactical and military skills. These qualities earned him the title of Count of the province of Cappadocia from the emperor. At 23, he became a Military Tribune in the imperial court in Nicomedia. After his mother's death, George inherited her wealth and moved to Emperor Diocletian's court. In 302, Emperor Diocletian issued an edict ordering the arrest of all Christian Roman soldiers and forcing all soldiers to swear oaths to Roman gods and make offerings to them. George confronted the emperor with his objections and publicly declared himself a Christian. Not wanting to lose one of his best tribunes, the emperor tried to dissuade him by offering land, money, titles, and slaves. However, faced with George's unwavering stance, the emperor ordered him to be tortured to make him renounce his faith. But after each torture session, George reaffirmed his faith and devotion, gaining fame among the Romans. His willpower and faith became so renowned that even the emperor's wife converted to Christianity due to his suffering. Seeing his efforts and willpower thwarted, Emperor Diocletian ordered George to be beheaded on April 23, 303, in Nicomedia. George's remains were transported to Lydda, where he grew up with his mother. There he was buried, and later Emperor Constantine, a Christian emperor, built a magnificent oratory for all believers to pay homage and devotion to the warrior saint, helping to spread the legend of Saint George.

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