The military considers the Holy Great Martyr George the Victorious their patron. He protects those associated with military service and is the protector of their family members. On one of the icons, St. George the Victorious is depicted killing a snake on horseback, which personifies the greatness of military strength and courage. There are even coins with this image. St. George the Victorious helps people who turn to him for help to protect them from enemies and gain victory and peace. The Holy Great Martyr also helps in curing serious illnesses; there is evidence of deliverance from female diseases. The Holy Great Martyr George helps everyone who has faith that his request will be heard and fulfilled. All the suffering that the Great Martyr George the Victorious endured, he endured for the Orthodox faith, which he did not betray and did not exchange for wealth and power.
