Acacius

Proper noun

Meaning

Acacius

A male given name from Ancient Greek.

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Examples

Acacius is presented as a leading Arian by the orthodox historians, and his opposition to Cyril in the 350s is attributed by these writers to this. Source: Internet

According to Theodoret, (HE 2.23), Acacius informed the emperor that one of the things sold by Cyril was a 'holy robe' dedicated by Constantine himself, which consequently turned Constantius against Cyril. Source: Internet

By the mediation of St. John Chrysostom and Theophilus of Alexandria an embassy, led by Bishop Acacius of Beroea, was sent to Rome to persuade Siricius to recognize Flavian and to readmit him to communion with the Church. Source: Internet

The Acts of the Council of Chalcedon record that in 451 AD a certain Acacius was Bishop of Malta (Melitenus Episcopus). Source: Internet

However, there is primary text evidence from a council held in Antioch that by the year 341, his successor Acacius had already filled the seat as Bishop. Source: Internet

Sozomen, HE, 4.25 Acacius charged Cyril with selling church property. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

acacin acacine acacio acad. acada academe