i for one will do anything i can to stop this from happening i think its digusting for them to even contemplate doing this, that will be one step they try and take too far what's everyone elses opinions
2006-09-26 03:42:37 · 20 answers · asked by covleg 1 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
Yes you are right!! The Church of England is considering rejecting England's patron saint St George on the grounds that his image is too warlike and may offend Muslims. Here we go again!!
Clergy have started a campaign to replace George with St Alban, a Christian martyr in Roman Britain.
The scheme, to be considered by the Church's parliament, the General Synod, has met a cautious but sympathetic response from senior bishops.
If St Alban replaced St George, the red cross on a white background would have to be replaced as England's flag by Alban's symbol, a diagonal yellow cross on a blue background that bears a strong similarity to St Andrew's cross, the flag of Scotland. (oh dear!!!!)
The proposal has been put forward by the Rev Philip Chester, vicar of St Matthew's, Westminster, who has called the use of St George as patron saint 'dotty'. What a cheek!!!!!!
His call for a change is based on the lack of firm historical evidence that George - said to be a Roman general from the 4th century AD who was put to death by Emperor Diocletian for professing Christianity - ever existed.
He said: 'We are sure St Alban is a real figure. What's more, he lived in this country.'
Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams indicated support for an upgrade for Alban, although he is said to be cautious about relegation for George.
He told the Sunday Times: 'I think St Alban is irreplaceable in the history of English Christianity. Perhaps we ought to raise his profile because it's the beginning of the church in this country with martyrdom, wisdom and courage.'
The image of St George was used to foster patriotism in 1940, when King George VI inaugurated the George Cross for civilian acts of the greatest bravery. The medal bears a depiction of the saint slaying the dragon.
However, George has become unfashionable among politicians and bureaucrats. His saint's day, April 23, has no official celebration in England, and councils have banned the St George flag from their buildings and vehicles during the World Cup.
I have a St George flag flying in my garden,and like you, THATS WHERE ITS GOING TO STAY!!!
2006-09-27 08:28:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
St George won't be dropped as the patron St of England as the other countries in the British Isles have theirs.The problem was other minorities didn't like us flying the flag( St George flag) which is white with a red cross on it because it was english and they wanted something more multicultural.Says it all doesn't it!
2006-09-26 14:17:11 · answer #2 · answered by Countess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before St George came along St Edmund was England patron Saint, Or so some of our modern day historians tells us. Don't know how St George got the job but perhaps he was adopted by the knights fighting the holy wars.
2006-09-26 10:52:41 · answer #3 · answered by Arnie 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
St.George fighting the dragon is wonderfully symbolic and should remain England's Patron Saint. He saw England through many difficult times and will contine to do so. i hope the English will insist on keeping him. It's just ridiculous to think of dropping him.
2006-09-26 15:15:26 · answer #4 · answered by lottyjoy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it was just some radio programme on Radio Suffolk, trying to get St Edmund as patron saint instead.
2006-09-26 10:45:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No I've not heard about it although it doesn't surprise me, I dont know why they cant just leave things as they are. Does this mean we will have to change the flag from the st george's cross too?
2006-09-26 10:52:32 · answer #6 · answered by Emma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
probably be done via the back door , does it matter if he came from turkey/portugal! he is the patron saint of England ,when will the English people start to stand up for their history and culture
2006-09-26 10:58:20 · answer #7 · answered by dave p 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it has been suggested that St Alban be elected. He was a Roman who turned to christianity and was murdered by his mates, the Romans. The town in England is named after him.
2006-09-26 10:48:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I haven't heard this, but I am not surprised. All the other countries celebrate their patron saints days, but not us. If they drop him, they won't have everyone campaigning to have it as a recognised holiday and it would make their lives easier.
2006-09-26 10:45:02 · answer #9 · answered by Emma W 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I simply don't understand why you would want a Turk who fought a fictitious dragon as your patron saint.
2006-09-26 13:54:50 · answer #10 · answered by bob kerr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋