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Sixtus I.

born 42

About this person

Wikipedia Summary

Pope Sixtus I, also spelled Xystus, a Roman of Greek descent, was the bishop of Rome from c. 117 or 119 to his death c. 126 or 128. He succeeded Alexander I and was in turn succeeded by Telesphorus. His feast is celebrated on 6 April.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
November 30, 1941
Rome
Date of death
November 30, 125
Rome
Citizenship

Ancient Rome

Occupations & fields
Catholic priest
Field and occupation
papež
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