Theophilus, bishop of Caesarea

Saint Theophilus (Greek: Θεόφιλος; died c.196) was a bishop of Caesarea Maritima and teacher of Clement of Alexandria.[1] Eusebius says Theophilus was well known.[2]

Along with Narcissus of Jerusalem, he presided over the Synod of Caesarea which discussed the Paschal controversy.[3] He is known for his opposition to the Quartodecimans.[4] He also endorsed celebrating Christmas on 25 December.

He is commemorated on 5 March and his name means "Love of The God".

See also

References

  1. ^ Ferguson, John (1974). Clement of Alexandria. New York: Twayne Publishers. ISBN 0-8057-2231-9.
  2. ^ Eusebius. Fathers of the Church, Book V, Chapter XXII
  3. ^ "Theophilus of Caesarea", The Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological, and Ecclesiastical Literature. (James Strong and John McClintock, eds.) Harper and Brothers; NY; 1880
  4. ^ Jerome. On Illustrious Men, CUA Press, 2010, p. 68 ISBN 9780813212005
Preceded by
Cornelius (possibly Cornelius the Centurion)
 Bishop of Caesarea
c. 189 		Succeeded by
Theoctistus


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