Historical Events tagged with "Arianism"

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Religion & Philosophy

Athanasius of Alexandria's Banishment to Trier

November 7th, 335 1689 years ago

Athanasius, the 20th pope of Alexandria, was banished to Trier after being accused of obstructing a grain fleet destined for Constantinople. This incident arose amid ongoing tensions between the Eastern and Western Christian churches, reflecting significant political and economic strife. As Alexandria was a vital grain supply center, the fleet's delay could have serious repercussions for Constantinople, intensifying disputes within the church hierarchy and leading to religious and political turmoil in the region.

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