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Ibas of Edessa
0400-00-00 – 0457-10-28
Life & Legacy
Ibas of Edessa (Classical Syriac: ܗܝܒܐ ܐܘܪܗܝܐ, Ihiba or Hiba; d. 28 October 457) was bishop of Edessa (c. 435 – 457) and was born in Syria. His name is the Syriac equivalent of "Donatus". He is frequently associated with the growth of Nestorianism, although this assertion is contentious and has been opposed.
Occupation & Career
priest, theologian, writer, teacher, presbyter, bishop
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q1655773 — wikidata View source
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