About Leontius of Caesarea
Lived 250 – 337 (aged 86–87). Leontius of Caesarea was a catholic priest.
Leontius of Caesarea (died 337) was a bishop of Caesarea Mazaca, in Cappadocia. He was childhood friends with Gregory the Illuminator, later in life Leontius would consecrate Gregory to become the patriarch of the Armenians. Leontius attended the First Council of Nicaea in 325.
The Eastern Orthodox Church describes him as an "angel of peace." His feast day is 13 January.
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Who was Leontius of Caesarea?
Bishop of Caesarea Mazaca
When was Leontius of Caesarea born?
Leontius of Caesarea was born in 250.
When did Leontius of Caesarea die?
Leontius of Caesarea died in 337.
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Leontius of Caesarea was a catholic priest.
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