George of Jerusalem

George of Jerusalem was the Patriarch of Jerusalem of the Church of Jerusalem from 797 to 807. Little is known about his activities while he was patriarch.

George was the syncellus of Patriarch Elias II before he became patriarch about 797. During the final years before the repose of Patr. Elias, Syncellus George sent a delegation to western Europe to Charlemagne to gain the help and protection of the Franks against the Muslims in the Holy Lands. Patr. George was succeeded by the deacon Thomas Tamriq upon his death in 807. 

Succession box: George of Jerusalem
Preceded by: Elias II	Patriarch of Jerusalem 797-807	Succeeded by: Thomas I

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Sources

• The History of the Church of Jerusalem
• George of Jerusalem