St. Margaret of Scotland
Jun 10, 2021
Patron of Scotland, Large Families, and Death of Children
Margaret was a pious and virtuous English princess of the House of Essex.
She and her family fled north to the court of the Scottish King Malcolm Canmore to take refuge from William the Conqueror. Malcolm was captivated by Margaret’s goodness and beauty, and in the year 1070, they were married at the castle of Dunfermline.
A veritable blessing for the people of Scotland, Margaret brought civilization, culture and education to the rough Scots.
She benefited her adopted country both academically and spiritually by obtaining good priests and educators for her people.
She softened her husband’s temper, cultivated his manners, and helped King Malcolm to become known throughout the land as one of the most virtuous kings of Scotland.