According to Christian legends, the Head of St. George and His sword were sent to Europe by knights, crusaders who were looking for a reliable patron in the Holy Warrior. It is believed that they also took out the body of the relics and His mother, Saint Polychronia. In the end, the Head of St. George the Victorious, His sword and banner found their refuge here in Rome, under the altar part of this church. Now the banner is kept separate from the Head and the sword in the municipality. It is assumed that this is a relic of a later period and may not relate to the shrines of George. Historically, several places in the world claim to keep the Head of St. George, this church is one of them. Anyway, this Temple is a reminder to us of the greatest, voluntary sacrifice of George for his friends - for us! There is no greater love! Not far from the church there is an ancient Colosseum - another historical evidence, under the hour of voluntary sacrifice of thousands of Christians who shed their blood for God and people. We must remember this and honor the Saints who transmitted the Faith to us with their indestructible steadfastness and their example. St. George's all-powerful help to humanity cost Him His life, but He deliberately went for it. And now many and many, from generation to generation, are under His most reliable protection! I recommend visiting Rome, the city where most of the Christian Shrines are gathered, to worship them, to worship the Head of St. George in this church. Glory to the Holy Great Martyr and Victorious George!

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Елена Янченко

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An amazing place! A small church, always empty. Very modest, bare walls, two rows of simple columns, different in shape, clearly placed from the destroyed forum nearby. You will enter at dusk - complete darkness and emptiness, a chill on the skin. And the only bright spot ahead is Cavallini's dazzling fresco in the apse. Fantastic!

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