May 129-136 A.D. Eleutherius; 8th Bishop of Byzantium


May 129-136 A.D.  Eleutherius; 8th Bishop of Byzantium

Eleutherius (Greek: Ελευθέριος, died 136) was the bishop of Byzantium for approximately seven years (129–136 AD). He succeeded Bishop Diogenes. He was in office during the rule of Emperor Hadrian. His successor was Felix.[1]

Preceded by
Diogenes
Succeeded by
Felix

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