Avilius of Alexandria
Avilius (in the West also Abilius ; † 95 ) was Bishop of Alexandria in the years 83–95 (other sources: 84–98) and the third holder of this office after Mark the Evangelist and Anianus . His term of office falls into the government of Emperor Domitian . The Coptic Church commemorates him on the first day of Thout (September / October).
literature
- Philip Schaff: Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers Second Series - Eusebius Church History. Cosimo, 2007, ISBN 978-1-60206507-9 , p. 147.
predecessor | Office | successor |
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Anianus |
Bishop of Alexandria 83-95 |
Kedron |
personal data | |
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SURNAME | Avilius of Alexandria |
ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Abilius; Mielus |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Bishop of Alexandria, saint |
DATE OF BIRTH | 1st century |
DATE OF DEATH | 95 |