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Dionysius of Corinth

Also known as Dionysius the bishop of Corinth

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  • born. 2th centurylow · Wikidata P569
  • died. 171-04-08high · Wikidata P570

Bishop of Corinth (c. 170) whose letters to other churches Eusebius summarizes; an early witness to inter-church correspondence.

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Dionysius of Corinth, also known as Saint Dionysius, was the bishop of Corinth circa AD 171. His feast day is commemorated on April 8.

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  • Wikidata Q679837 · Wikidata contributorsAccessed 2026-11-12 · CC0 1.0
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Dionysius of Corinth · DeChurched Atlas