Sergius I
At a glance:
- Series: Dictionary of World Biography: Middle Ages
- Categories: Government and Politics, Religion, Ethics
- Subcategories: Christianity, Christians, Churches, Empires, Dynasties, Byzantine Empire
- Curriculum: Medieval History/Middle Ages, Middle Eastern History
Article abstract: As head of the Orthodox Christian Church, Patriarch Sergius of Constantinople made a major if unsuccessful effort to resolve the vexing Monophysite controversy by advancing the Monothelete doctrine. At the same time, he became the loyal and invaluable partner of the Emperor Heraclius, helping him save the Late Roman (or Byzantine) state in a time of dire crisis.
Early Life
Virtually no information is available regarding the early life of Sergius. He is said to have been Syrian in origin. He is recorded as holding the office of dean of...
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