St Giles Cathedral (Edinburgh)

Very interesting page about St. Giles cathedral and the history of presbyterianism. Does anyone know if John Knox had a nickname and if so, what it was?
Thanks.

St Giles' Cathedral is known as the High Kirk of Scotland. It is situated on the Royal Mile, in the very centre of the city. The building itself can be seen from most places in the city and forms part of the skyline from all of the best vantage points with its golden cockerel being visible at all times. The cathedral has undergone a huge amount of renovation in the last few years which has brought about a few new stained glass windows - they are beautiful - and most recently new lighting. The lighting was much needed as the unusual design of the cathedral makes natural light a little scarce. There are several large pillars in the centre ...  Read the complete review

~ ~ Saint Giles Cathedral, which stands on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh at the junction of the George IV Bridge and The Mound, is the main church in the Scottish capital. It is renowned as having been the mother church of the Presbyterian religion, the famous Scottish religious reformer John Knox being consecrated as its first minister shortly after the Reformation. ~ ~ It is quite literally steeped in history, and a visit here will tell the visitor much about the religious and political background of not just Edinburgh, but indeed the whole of Scotland. The Bishop of St. Andrews officially consecrated it in 1243, but its four central pillars predate this ...  Read the complete review