Eleutherius of Byzantium

Eleutherius of Byzantium
Bishop of Byzantium
Installed 129
Term ended 136
Personal details
Denomination Eastern Orthodox Church

Eleutherius (Greek: Ἐλευθέριος, 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]

Titles of the Great Christian Church
Preceded by
Diogenes
Bishop of Byzantium
129–136
Succeeded by
Felix

References

  1. "Eleutherius". Official website of the Ecumenic Patriarchate of Constantinople. Retrieved 03/04/2011. Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)



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