c. AD 189–199
Victor I
Both sides of later debates on Roman primacy cite this episode: Victor claimed wide authority, but other bishops felt free to resist him.
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- Years served
- c. AD 189–199
- Biography
- An African by origin, Victor threatened to break communion with the churches of Asia over the date of Easter and was urged to moderation by Irenaeus.
- Historical context
- Latin was replacing Greek as the language of the Roman church.
- Major events
- The Quartodeciman controversy over the date of Easter
- Historical significance
- Both sides of later debates on Roman primacy cite this episode: Victor claimed wide authority, but other bishops felt free to resist him.
Sources and References
- Eusebius, Church History 5.23–25newadvent.org