Pope Damasus I

Religious Leader, Papal Author

Pope Damasus I - Religious Leader, Papal Author
Born

None
None years ago

Died

December 11th, 384
1640 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Vatican City

Links & References

A prominent figure in early Christianity, this individual served as pope from 366 to 384. Significant contributions included the promotion of the Vulgate Bible, which became the standard Latin version of the scriptures. Efforts focused on consolidating the church's authority and addressing doctrinal issues during a period of theological turmoil. Commands decisions to uphold church traditions and establish the primacy of the papacy over other bishops. This pope also commissioned the first catalog of Christian martyrs, marking their reverence and role within the church.

Promoted the Vulgate Bible as the standard Latin scripture

Addressed major theological disputes of the era

Commissioned the first catalog of Christian martyrs

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