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		It covers the early history of Bohemia and Central Europe, and how young Wenceslas was born into the ruling dynasty of Bohemian dukes, princes and kings.
		Good King Wenceslas is also known as Saint Wenceslas (in the UK) or Saint Wenceslaus (in the USA).
		The reader can learn not only about the life and death of Wenceslas, but also the history of his country after his death, with interesting stories like that of the Anglo-Saxon Princess Adivea (Elfgifa), daughter of King Edward the Elder, who was married, far from England, to Wenceslas's nephew, Boleslav II.
	www.wenceslas.co.uk /thestory.htm (271 words)

	St. Wenceslas - 27-09-2000 - Radio Prague
		Wenceslas is the Czech nation's patron saint, a man whose life was both virtuous and tragic...
		Wenceslas the First was the fourth in line of the famous Premyslid dynasty, who most notably helped the Czech lands ally themselves with the Saxon ruler King Henry the Fowler.
		The greatest symbol of Wenceslas' importance to the Czech nation has to be the square, that is in a fact a long street, that boasts his name.
	www.radio.cz /en/article/11876 (1198 words)

	Good King Wenceslas: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Thus the legends of Saint Wenceslas were modified according to subsequent generations’ perceptions of what made an ideal king, both serving as a model for subsequent kings and themselves being modeled on those kings.
		Wenceslas had never been known for his ability as a war leader, but it was important that his legend grow to include this quality of a strong king.
		The early lives of Ludmila and Wenceslas in fact show an unexpected reversal of certain notions that many historians of medieval women have established: while Ludmila is the victim of a power struggle for the control of the polity, the role of virgin-martyr is left to her grandson.
	www.geocities.com /dhaytock/writings/title.wenceslas.html (6186 words)

	Patron Saints of Beer.
		Among the patron saints of brewers, four are extremely well known: Augustine of Hippo, Luke the Apostle, Nicholas of Myra (also known as Saint Nicholas, or Santa Claus) and the Good King Wenceslas, the latter two also providing a linkage to the winter season of merriment.
		Saint Luke (first century) is widely regarded as a patron saint of brewers although there is no obvious reason.
		There also was King Wenceslas II in the 13th century, who convinced the Pope to revoke an order banning the brewing of beer, again endearing the Wenceslas name to local brewers.
	www.beerhistory.com /library/holdings/patron_saints.shtml (2269 words)

	The Celebrations of St. Wenceslas in Český Krumlov
		The ceremony is held in honour of St. Wenceslas, a patron saint of the Czech country and town of Český Krumlov, as well as "the autumn celebration of good food and drink, plenty of games and entertainment" according to the Culture Calendar 2003.
		Wenceslas, the prince of Czech country, dating from the 12th century was composed in his honour.
		In the honour of St. Wenceslas, one of the altars in the Church of St. Vitus is traditionally consecrated to him.
	www.ckrumlov.cz /uk/mesto/soucas/t_svvasl.htm (2975 words)

	Wenceslas Square - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Wenceslas Square (Czech: Václavské náměstí) is one of the main city squares and the centre of the business and cultural communities in the New Town of Prague, Czech Republic.
		The street is dominated by a mounted statue of Saint Wenceslas, made by Josef Václav Myslbek in 1887–1924 and located in front of the National Museum.
		The image of Saint Wenceslas is accompanied by other Czech patron saints carved into the ornate statue base: Saint Ludmila, Saint Agnes of Bohemia, Saint Prokop, and Saint Adalbert of Prague.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Wenceslas_Square (758 words)

	Bohemia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Wenceslas was born around 907 in the castle of Stochov near Prague.
		The castle is gone now, but there is still an oak tree there that was reputedly planted when Wenceslas was born and watered by his nannies with his bath water, which supposedly made the tree strong.
		He was known for his kindness to the poor, as depicted in later verses of the famous carol 'Good King Wenceslas'.
	www.crownminiatures.com /bohemia.html (274 words)

	Wenceslas and Nicholas - St Peter's Church, Nottingham, England on-line magazine
		Boleslav his brother, who was implicated in his murder, nevertheless had the relics of Wenceslas translated to the church of St Vitus in Prague, where they became the centre of the cult and a place of pilgrimage.
		Within another twenty years he had become Bohemia’s patron saint, his picture was engraved on coins, and the Crown of Wenceslas was regarded as a symbol of Czech nationalism and independence.
		A saint whose existence is doubtful, although he is said to have been present at the First Council of Nicaea (325).
	www.stpetersnottingham.org /saints/wenceslas.htm (832 words)

	Saint Wenceslas: A 'tail' of restoration - 26-08-2004 - Radio Prague
		If you've been to the Prague's Wenceslas Square recently, you might have noticed that something is missing, namely, the statue of Saint Wenceslas himself, for whom the square is named.
		The Saint Wenceslas statue in Prague is indeed a true symbol, not only of the square, but in some sense of the whole city as well.
		Saint Wenceslas was a Bohemian prince in the 10th century, who was killed by his power-mad younger brother and subsequently became a martyr.
	www.radio.cz /en/article/57480 (1009 words)

	Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker Page - Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Saint Nicholas is is most famous for the gifts of money he made to a suddenly impoverished family, to allow the daughters to be married rather than to be given over to prostitution.
		Saint Nicholas is the patron saint (better, "protector") of children, mariners, pawnbrokers (go figure), and the countries of Greece and Russia, to name just a few of those who have turned to this saint of God for assistance.
		Saint Nicholas: Bishop of Myra from the Coptic Orthodox Church.
	www.geocities.com /Athens/7175/stnich-lk.html (1378 words)

	Biography – Pope Benedict XIII – The Papal Library (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Vincenzo Maria was born on the 2nd of February, 1649, at Gravina, a city of the kingdom of Naples, in the territory of Bari.
		On Saint Peter's eve, Constable Colonna, ambassador extraordinary from the court of Naples, could not present to the pope, who was ill, the tribute of the palfrey for the fief of the Two Sicilies.
		The second saint canonized by the equipollent canonization was Saint Wenceslas, martyr.
	www.saint-mike.org /Library/Papal_Library/BenedictXIII/Biography.html (3831 words)

	Wenceslas Square - the place that never sleeps \| Prague.net
		Outdoor exhibitions, the tram café, the bronze equestrian statue of St. Wenceslas and the golden cupola of the National Museum dominating the horizon make the square even more interesting.
		St. Wenceslas was actually a loved Czech King propagating Christianity.
		After the end of the Communist Era in 1989, a bronze cross was embedded at the place where he fell, close to the statue of St. Wenceslas.
	www.prague.net /wenceslas-square (430 words)

	St. Peter's - Altar of St Wenceslas (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The altar on the right is dedicated to St. Wenceslas, king and patron saint of Bohemia, martyred because of his Christian faith.
		The altar on the right is dedicated to St. Wenceslaus of Bohemia, the king made saint whose worship was introduced into the Basilica right from the early 14th century, by the Bishop Hincon of Holmütz.
		Wenceslas was Duke of Bohemia who lived in the first half of the tenth century.
	www.stpetersbasilica.org /Altars/StWenceslas/StWenceslas.htm (660 words)

	Lives of the Saints, September 28, Saint Wenceslas
		Wenceslas, born towards the end of the ninth century, was the son of a Christian Duke of Bohemia, but his mother was a harsh and cruel pagan.
		Wenceslas was educated by her good offices in the true faith, and under her tutelage acquired an exceptional devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.
		Reflection: Saint Wenceslas teaches us that the safest retreat amid the trials of life, or to prepare for the stroke of death, is the sanctuary of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
	magnificat.ca /cal/engl/09-28.htm (537 words)

	Saint Wenceslas
		Gaining the throne shortly at the age of eighteen, Wenceslas recalled his mother to the castle, heeding the commandment to honor one's father and mother.
		Prince Wenceslas preferred to be ruled by the "suzerainty of the empire", believing King Henry to be the rightful heir of Charlemagne, than to see his country crushed by the Germans if he rejected their rule.
		Though warned of danger, Wenceslas put his trust in God and went, as his custom was, to the church dedicated to the feast at hand--the castle chapel of Boleslas.
	www.roca.org /OA/45/45f.htm (1437 words)

	A - PRAGUE.com - Prague Sights - Guide through historical Prague Sights and Monuments
		Saint Vitus Cathedral (Katedrála svatého Víta) is a the seat of the Archbishop of Prague.
		Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) is one of the main city squares and the centre of the business and cultural communities in the New Town of Prague.
		The image of Saint Wenceslas is accompanied by other Czech patron saints carved into the ornate statue base: Saint Ludmila, Saint Agnes of Bohemia, Saint Prokop, and Saint Adalbert of Prague.
	www.a-prague.com /guide-sights (1641 words)

	A visit to Saint Wenceslas, Quebec (QC)
		Saint Wenceslas can be found 16 miles [25 km] to the southeast of Trois Rivières.
		In addition, Saint Wenceslas is located 76 miles [122 km] to the northeast of Montréal.
		Québec is located 67 miles [107 km] to the northeast and Cap de la Madeleine lies 16 miles [25 km] to the northwest of Saint Wenceslas.
	www.roadsidethoughts.com /01/c01_3594400.htm (216 words)

	Good King Wenceslas lyrics
		The words to the carol "Good King Wenceslas" were written by John Mason Neale and published in 1853, the music originates in Finland 300 years earlier.
		Good King Wenceslas was the king of Bohemia in the 10th century.
		Good King Wenceslas was a Catholic and was martyred following his assassination by his brother Boleslaw and his supporters, his Saint's Day is September 28th, and he is the Patron Saint of the Czech Republic.
	www.carols.org.uk /good_king_wenceslas.htm (121 words)

	Good King Wenceslas
		Wenceslas was the Duke of Bohemia who was murdered in 929 AD by his wicked younger brother, Boleslav.
		Wenceslas believed that his Christian faith needed to be put into action in practical ways.
		Wenceslas affirms that we are not alone, and subtly points to the basic Christmas message that Jesus our Master will never leave us in the cold.
	www3.bc.sympatico.ca /st_simons/cr9212.htm (530 words)

	Wenceslas Square- Prague, Czech Republic - VirtualTourist.com
		Wenceslas Square or Vaclavske Namesti, which was originally a Horse Market, is lined with Hotels (including the famous Europa Hotel),restaurants and specialty shops.The rectangular-shaped Wenceslas Square is the main commercial district of Prague.
		Wenceslas was the assassinated tenth century Duke of Bohemia.
		Wenceslas Square is a very broad and hilly commercial center of Prague lined with expensive, western influenced shops and restaurants, but it is a place full of history that is not to be missed during your visit to Prague.
	www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Europe/Czech_Republic/Hlavni_Mesto_Praha/Prague-400455/Things_To_Do-Prague-Wenceslas_Square-BR-1.html (1151 words)

	Saint Wenceslas I , Duke of Bohemia
		Wencelas was raised a Christian by his grandmother St. Ludmila, but his ambitious mother, Drahomíra (Dragomir), a pagan, had her murdered and acted as regent herself, until Wenceslas came of age in 924 or 925.
		Wenceslas was regarded as Bohemia's patron saint almost immediately after his assassination.
		It has been argued that Wenceslas' remains were transferred to St Vitus's Church in 932, ruling out the later date; however, the year 935 is now favoured by historians as a date of his murder.
	www.delmars.com /family/perrault/7238.htm (333 words)

	snarkout: bring me flesh and bring me wine
		Wenceslas, also known as Vaclavor, was a tenth century Czech ruler, the Duke of Bohemia.
		Today he's the patron saint of the Czech Republic, and Wenceslas Square is at the heart of downtown Prague.
		But it's not a Christmas carol at all; the only reason most non-Czechs have ever heard of Saint Wenceslas is that Neale decided to set his song during the Feast of Saint Stephen -- Boxing Day.
	www.snarkout.org /archives/2005/12/30 (406 words)

	Wenceslaus I, Duke of Bohemia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		His mother Drahomíra, however, was the daughter of a pagan tribal chief who held on to the pagan belief system, as did many Czech nobles at the time, fearing that the arrival of Christian bishops would threaten their authority.
		After inviting his brother to the feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian, he murdered him on his way to church and thus succeeded him as the Prince of Bohemia.
		According to Cosmas' chronicle, that day one of Boleslav's sons was born, and because of the ominous circumstance of his birth the infant was named Strachkvas, which means "a dreadful feast".
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Saint_Wenceslas (911 words)

	Wenceslas Square Prague Tourist Information, Karlovo namesti, Praha, Prague Hotels, Prague Apartments
		Wenceslas Square is an important place in the centre of Prague (Capital of the Czech Republic).
		Wenceslas Square has a shape of a very long (750 m, total area 45000 square meters) rectangle, roughly in northwest—southeast direction.
		Measuring 750 metres (820 yards) in length by 60 metres (65 yards) wide, it is more of a boulevard than a square and is lined with hotels, restaurants and exclusive shops; a microcosm of the best and worst of twentieth-century architecture and the city's free-market post-communist legacy.
	www.pragueholiday.cz /wenceslas-square.php (806 words)

	Prague sightseeing and attractions
		Wenceslas Square, in the past also known as Horse Market or Saint Wenceslas Square, is one of the main squares in Prague.
		It is named after Saint Wenceslas, patron saint of Bohemia and the king of Bohemia in 10th century.
		On the top of the square is situated the National Museum (in neoclassical style) and in front of it the statue of Saint Wenceslas on the horse.
	www.aaaahotels.com /prague_sightseeing_attractions.php (1475 words)

	Choceň
		For celebration of 750 anniversary of the town Chocen, the original form of the emblem was adapted and reused as the official symbol.
		Saint Wenceslas on red field with a shield in the right hand and a pennant in the left hand accompanied with two soaring angels in yellow robes.
		A red leaf with Saint Wenceslas with a shield in the right hand and a pennant in the left hand accompanied with two soaring angels in yellow robes, the ration of the width to the length of the leaf is 2 : 3.
	www.chocen-mesto.cz /e_znak.asp (707 words)

	CNN -- Cold War (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Named for the patron saint of the Czech nation, Wenceslas Square came into being during the mid-14th century.
		A statue of Saint Wenceslas crowns the top of the square, in front of the imposing National Museum -- which was built a century ago.
		He addressed the demonstrators from a balcony overlooking Wenceslas Square accompanied by Vaclav Havel -- the playwright who later went on to become president of the Czech Republic.
	www.cnn.com /SPECIALS/cold.war/episodes/14/multimedia/qtvr/text.html (394 words)

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