Nestorius served as the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople from 428 to 431, during a time of intense theological debate within the Christian community, particularly regarding Christology. He is considered the originator of Nestorianism, a doctrine that emphasized the distinction between the divine and human natures of Jesus Christ. This perspective was met with resistance from other church leaders, most notably Cyril of Alexandria, who advocated for the unity of Christ's natures. The controversy over Nestorius’ teachings led to escalating tensions within the church, culminating in the calling of the Council of Ephesus in 431. The council, which sought to address and resolve these theological disputes, ultimately condemned Nestorius’ beliefs as heretical.As a result of the council's decision, Nestorius was deposed from his position and sentenced to exile. Roman Emperor Theodosius II, upholding the council's decision, directed that he be sent to a monastery in Egypt. It was in this land, famous for its ascetic monastic communities, that Nestorius would live out the remaining years of his life, engaging in theological writings and continuing to adhere to his beliefs in a rather isolated environment. The decision to exile him reflects the imperial and ecclesiastical efforts to maintain doctrinal unity amidst the burgeoning Christian church, emphasizing the interplay between politics and religion in Late Antiquity.