St. Edmund the Martyr

Add to favorites

St. Edmund the Martyr

St. Edmund the Martyr, also known as Edmund of East Anglia, was a king who ruled East Anglia from around 855 until his death on 20 November 869¹. He is remembered for his steadfast Christian faith and his martyrdom at the hands of Viking invaders.

Edmund was captured by the Vikings and, according to tradition, refused to renounce his faith or share power with them. As a result, he was tied to a tree, shot with arrows, and beheaded². His death led to a significant cult following, and he was canonized as a saint. His remains were eventually moved to Bury St Edmunds, which became a major pilgrimage site²³.

St. Edmund was originally the patron saint of England before being replaced by St. George in the 15th century².

Views: 0