About Photius of Alexandria
Lived 1853 – 1925 (aged 71–72). Photius of Alexandria was an Egyptian eastern Orthodox priest.
Photius (1853 – 4 September 1925) was the Greek Patriarch of Alexandria from 1900 to his death in 1925. He opposed reform to change from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar. He died in Zürich.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Photius of Alexandria?
Greek Patriarch of Alexandria (1853-1925)
When was Photius of Alexandria born?
Photius of Alexandria was born in 1853 in Tinos.
When did Photius of Alexandria die?
Photius of Alexandria died on 4 September 1925 in Zurich.
What was Photius of Alexandria's occupation?
Photius of Alexandria was an eastern Orthodox priest.
What nationality was Photius of Alexandria?
Photius of Alexandria was Egyptian.
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· Wikipedia: Photius of Alexandria
· DBpedia: Patriarch Photius of Alexandria
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Photius of Alexandria. https://biography.guide/photius-of-alexandria/
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