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The Feast of Saint George (also spelled al-Khader) is a Palestinian holiday commemorating Saint George (known as al-Khader Mar Jeries and Jirjis in Palestinian culture). The feast occurs annually on 5 May and although it is originally a local Christian holiday both Palestinian Christians and Muslims participate. The feast is held in the Palestinian town of al-Khader just south of Bethlehem.

country
Bethlehem, Muslim, Palestinian Christians
meaning
Requests from Saint George or al-Khader for protection.
similar
Saint George's Day

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