Innocent I
Pope during early Christian expansion
Born
None
None years ago
Died
March 12th, 417
1608 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Served as pope from 401 to 417, played a significant role in the establishment of church authority. Promoted the authority of the papacy and worked to strengthen the Church's position within the Roman Empire. Engaged in theological disputes and addressed issues of heresy. Participated in resolving conflicts between various Christian factions, issuing letters to bishops and other churches to maintain unity in doctrine.
Strengthened papal authority
Addressed heretical disputes
Issued influential letters to bishops
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