The Theological School of Patmos was founded by the deacon Makarios Kalogeras in 1713 AD. and is situated on the hillside directly above the Cave of the Apocalypse. The school was a spiritual legacy of St. Christodoulos of Patmos who included it in his original plans for Patmos island. Emperor Alexios I issued the deed of title in which he mentions "an abode of learning where local disciples will gather."