About Probus
Lived 300 – 306. Probus was a catholic priest.
Probus of Byzantium (Greek: Πρόβος; died 306) was bishop of Byzantium from 293 to 306. Probus was the son of Dometius of Byzantium, brother of Roman emperor Probus, who was the predecessor of his predecessor Rufinus of Byzantium. Probus was the brother of Metrophanes of Byzantium, who was his successor.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Probus?
Bishop of Byzantium under Diocletian
When was Probus born?
Probus was born in 300.
When did Probus die?
Probus died in 306.
What was Probus's occupation?
Probus was a catholic priest.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Probus of Byzantium
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Probus. https://biography.guide/probus-catholic-priest/
MLA: "Probus." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/probus-catholic-priest/.
Chicago: "Probus." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/probus-catholic-priest/.
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