Melyos of Alexandria
Our father among the saints Melyos of Alexandria (also Milieus, Milius, Sabellius, Avilius, or Abilius) was the third bishop of Alexandria, from 83 to 95 AD. He is commemorated on September 12.
This saint was enthroned in the 15th year of the reign of Domitian, son of Vespasian, Emperor of Rome, and 55 years after the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ. He pastored and guarded the flock of Christ well for 12 years and then departed in peace on September 12, 98.
Melyos of Alexandria | ||
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Preceded by: Anianus |
Bishop of Alexandria 83-95 |
Succeeded by: Kedron |
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External links
- Pope Avilius of Alexandria at Wikipedia
- Eusebius of Caesarea, Historia Ecclesiastica Book III
- Avilius, bishop 84/85?-98? A.D., Ancient Christian Church, Alexandria/Egypt by Dr. Clyde Curry Smith