SAINT MARGARET
Image of Saint Margaret of Scotland By Edward Matulanya Here history, holiness, influence, contribution canonization, and Legacy of Saint Margaret of Scotland. 1. Historical Background of Saint Margaret Saint Margaret of Scotland was born around 1046 in Hungary to the Anglo-Saxon royal family exiled there after Danish invasions of England (Farmer, 2011). Her father was Edward the Exile, and her mother, Agatha of Hungary, was related to the Holy Roman Emperor. Around 1068, Margaret and her family sought refuge in Scotland, where she married King Malcolm III about 1070 (Attwater & John, 1995). As queen, she became a spiritual and cultural reformer, known for uniting royal dignity with deep Christian humility. 2. Examples of Holiness and Influence of Saint Margaret Explore examples of holiness and influence of Saint Margaret, highlighting her virtuous life, spiritual legacy, and lasting impact on Roman Catholic faith and devotion. 2.1. Saint Margaret Charity to the Poor Ma...