Sunday, February 1, 2015

February 198-211 A.D. Marcus I; Byzantine’s 17th; During Persecutions of Emperor Septimus Severus


February 198-211 A.D.  Marcus I;  Byzantine’s 17th;  During Persecutions of Emperor Septimus Severus

Marcus I of Byzantium


Marcus I (died 211) was the bishop of Byzantium for 13 years (198–211 AD). He succeeded Bishop Olympianus. His term of office took place during the persecution of Christians by Emperor Septimius Severus. His successor was Philadelphus.

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Preceded by
Olympianus
Succeeded by
Philadelphus

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