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Methodius of Thessaloniki

815 – 885

Christian missionary to the Slavs

Translator Writer Legal scholar
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About Methodius of Thessaloniki

Lived 815 – 885 (aged 69–70). Methodius of Thessaloniki was a translator, writer, legal scholar, missionary, cleric and archbishop.

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Important facts

Born
815, Thessaloniki
Birth century
9th century
Died
6 April 885, Velehrad
Occupation
Translator, writer, legal scholar, missionary, cleric, archbishop
Positions held
Archon, Deacon, Bishop of Sirmio (Srijem; Sirmium), Archbishop
Also known as
Saint Methodius, Methodius

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Methodius of Thessaloniki?

Christian missionary to the Slavs

When was Methodius of Thessaloniki born?

Methodius of Thessaloniki was born in 815 in Thessaloniki.

When did Methodius of Thessaloniki die?

Methodius of Thessaloniki died on 6 April 885 in Velehrad.

What was Methodius of Thessaloniki's occupation?

Methodius of Thessaloniki was a translator, writer, legal scholar, missionary, cleric and archbishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Methodius of Thessaloniki

· Wikidata: Q470621

· DBpedia: Methodius of Thessaloniki

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