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Agapetus I, Saint Pope

1910 New Catholic Dictionary

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(Greek: beloved)

Reigned from May 13, 535 to April 22, 536. Born in Italy; died in Constantinople. He confirmed decrees against the Arians, went to Constantinople in state to persuade Emperor Justinian to abandon his Italian projects, and while there deposed the heretical patriarch, Anthimus. The Orientals were impressed with his vigor and sanctity. Relics in Saint Peter's, Rome. Feast, September 25,; September 20,.

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Entry for 'Agapetus I, Saint Pope'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ncd/​a/agapetus-i-saint-pope.html. 1910.
 
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