About Joseph
Joseph was a catholicos and presbyter.
Joseph was Patriarch of the Church of the East from 552 to 567. He was immensely unpopular, and was eventually deposed by his bishops. He was notorious for having invented much of the early history of the Church of the East. Despite his deposition, his name is included in the traditional list of patriarchs of the Church of the East.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseph?
Patriarch of the Church of the East
When did Joseph die?
Joseph died in 570.
What was Joseph's occupation?
Joseph was a catholicos and presbyter.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joseph of Seleucia-Ctesiphon
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseph. https://biography.guide/joseph/
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