medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
John Dillon wrote:
> medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
>
> Today (7. April) is the feast day of:
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> 3) George of Mytilene (d. 787?). G., who from his seat at Mytilene was metropolitan of Lesbos, was memorably kind to fellow iconophiles exiled to his island during Iconoclast persecutions. In the hagiology of the island he is also revered for his generosity to the poor.
>
I was really struck by this one. Many saints are good to the poor, but
to be remembered for kindness seems exceptional. I'll read up on George.
DW
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