Stachys
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Stachys was installed as bishop of Byzantium by Andrew, according to tradition. Andrew, along with Stachys, is recognized as the patron saint of the Patriarchate.
When
- First attested
- 38 CE
- Attested period
- 38 – 451
- Historical notes
- Tradition says Andrew founded the see of Byzantium in 38 AD, installing Stachys as bishop.
Relationships
- allied with
- Andrew
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“According to tradition, he founded the see of Byzantium (later Constantinople) in 38 AD, installing Stachys as bishop. This diocese became the seat of the Patriarchate of Constantinople under Anatolius, in 451. Andrew, along with Stachys, is recognized as the patron saint of the Patriarchate.”
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