Eusebius of Vercelli

Italian bishop and saint

Eusebius of Vercelli - Italian bishop and saint
Born

None
None years ago

Died

August 1st, 371
1653 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as the bishop of Vercelli during the early Christian Church. Advocated for the Nicene Creed and opposed Arianism. Participated in the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD. Exiled to the eastern provinces for defending orthodoxy. Composed writings that contributed to early theological discourse. Recognized as a saint within Christianity, with a feast day celebrated on August 1.

Defended the Nicene Creed

Opposed Arianism

Attended the Council of Nicaea

Exiled for theological beliefs

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