About Marcellus of Paris
Marcellus of Paris was a French catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Marcel of Paris or St Marcellus was the 9th bishop of Paris and namesake of a bell of Notre-Dame de Paris.
Biography Marcellus of Paris was born in Lutetia (now île de la Cité, Paris), located in Gallia Lugdunensis, Roman Gaul, within the Western Roman Empire.
His dedication to virtue and prayer led to his recommendation to Prudentius, bishop of Paris, who ordained him as Reader. He was then promoted to priesthood and succeeded Prudentius after his death.
He served as the Roman Catholic bishop of Paris until 435.
Death Marcellus of Paris died on 1 November 436 AD in Paris (then Lutetia), Gallia Lugdunensis, Roman Gaul, Western Roman Empire. His body was buried near Paris, in a village called the suburb of St Marceau.
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Who was Marcellus of Paris?
bishop of Paris
When was Marcellus of Paris born?
Marcellus of Paris was born in île de la Cité.
When did Marcellus of Paris die?
Marcellus of Paris died in 436 in Paris.
What was Marcellus of Paris's occupation?
Marcellus of Paris was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
What nationality was Marcellus of Paris?
Marcellus of Paris was French.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Marcellus of Paris
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