About Hesychius I
Hesychius I was a Roman catholic bishop and bishop.
Saint Hesychius or Isicius ( or ; died 490) was a bishop of Vienne in the Dauphiné, France. He is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church.
Life Origins Hesychius or Isicius (occasionally also Isique or Ysile ) is mentioned in the first extant list of the bishops of Vienne, the Catalogue of bishop Ado of Vienne (799-875)
He married Audentia, with whom he had two sons, Avitus, his successor in the episcopal seat of Vienne, and Apollinaris of Valence, who became bishop of Valence. He was apparently related to Sidonius Apollinaris,
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hesychius I?
bishop of Vienne, France
When did Hesychius I die?
Hesychius I died in 490 in Vienne.
What was Hesychius I's occupation?
Hesychius I was a catholic bishop and bishop.
What nationality was Hesychius I?
Hesychius I was Roman.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Hesychius I (bishop of Vienne)
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