Saint Arsenije I Sremac
Eastern Orthodox Bishop and Saint
Born
None
None years ago
Died
October 28th, 1266
758 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Serbia
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Served as the Bishop of Srem and played a significant role in the establishment of the Serbian Orthodox Church. Focused on the spiritual and administrative development of the church during the 13th century. Worked on organizing the church in regions that had recently come under Serbian control. Canonized as a saint following his death, which contributed to the veneration of Serbian Orthodox figures.
Became Bishop of Srem
Established the early Serbian Orthodox Church
Canonized as a saint
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