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Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria

450 – 496

Head of the Coptic Church from 489 to 496

Eastern Orthodox priest Patriarch
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About Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria

Lived 450 – 496 (aged 45–46). Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria was an Egyptian eastern Orthodox priest and patriarch.

Pope Athanasius II of Alexandria, 28th Pope of Alexandria & Patriarch of the See of St. Mark.

When Pope Peter III of Alexandria died, the bishops, elders and people agreed to ordain Athanasius Patriarch. He retained the post until his death three years and nine months later.

He is commemorated in the Calendar of Saints of the Coptic Church on the 20th day of Thout, the day of his death.

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Important facts

Born
450, Egypt
Birth century
5th century
Died
30 September 496, Egypt
Occupation
Eastern Orthodox priest, patriarch
Nationality
Egypt
Positions held
Pope of the Coptic Orthodox Church, Patriarch of Alexandria
Also known as
Athanasius II of Alexandria

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria?

Head of the Coptic Church from 489 to 496

When was Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria born?

Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria was born in 450 in Egypt.

When did Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria die?

Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria died on 30 September 496 in Egypt.

What was Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria's occupation?

Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria was an eastern Orthodox priest and patriarch.

What nationality was Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria?

Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria was Egyptian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pope Athanasios II of Alexandria

· Wikidata: Q1292882

· DBpedia: Pope Athanasius II of Alexandria

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