About Symeon of Thessalonica
Lived 1350 – 1429 (aged 78–79). Symeon of Thessalonica was a Byzantine philosopher, archbishop, theologian, liturgist and eastern Orthodox priest.
Saint Symeon of Thessalonica was a monk, bishop and theologian in Greece. He is venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church, and was canonized in 1981. He served as the archbishop of Thessalonica, for some time before his death.
He was archbishop of Thessalonica from 1416 or 1417, until his death in 1429. His consecration took place in Constantinople, in accordance with the established practice for hierarchs who belonged to the Patriarchate of Constantinople.
Veneration He was canonized by the Greek Orthodox Church on the 14th of April 1981. His feast day is celebrated on 15 September.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Symeon of Thessalonica?
Byzantine theologian
When was Symeon of Thessalonica born?
Symeon of Thessalonica was born in 1350 in Constantinople.
When did Symeon of Thessalonica die?
Symeon of Thessalonica died on 15 September 1429 in Thessaloniki.
What was Symeon of Thessalonica's occupation?
Symeon of Thessalonica was a philosopher, archbishop, theologian, liturgist and eastern Orthodox priest.
What nationality was Symeon of Thessalonica?
Symeon of Thessalonica was Byzantine.
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