Eutropius
Bishop of Orange, early Christian leader
Born
None
None years ago
Died
May 27th, 475
1550 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as the Bishop of Orange during the late Roman Empire. Contributed to the spread of Christianity in the region, emphasizing the importance of the church's role in society. Participated in the establishment of church structures and practices. His tenure reflected the challenges of the time, including the decline of the Roman authority and the rise of various regional powers.
Bishop of Orange
Contributed to early Christian church structure
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