Who was King Edward the Martyr?
Q: Who was King Edward the Martyr?
A: King Edward the Martyr or Eadweard II was the King of England who followed his father Edgar in 975 but was murdered after a reign of only three years.
Q: When was King Edward the Martyr declared a saint?
A: King Edward the Martyr was declared a saint in 1001.
Q: How did King Edward the Martyr die?
A: King Edward the Martyr was murdered.
Q: Why was King Edward the Martyr declared a saint?
A: King Edward the Martyr was declared a saint because he was thought to be a very good Christian who died for his faith, and the murderers were considered "irreligious" men.
Q: How long did King Edward the Martyr reign as King of England?
A: King Edward the Martyr reigned as the King of England for only three years.
Q: Who was King Edward the Martyr's father?
A: King Edward the Martyr's father was Edgar.
Q: What term is used to describe someone who has been declared a saint after being martyred?
A: Someone who has been declared a saint after being martyred is called a Holy Martyr or a Saint Edward the Martyr.
