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Hierarch · 4th century

Saint Alexander Patriarch of Alexandria

Also known as Alexander of Alexandria

Pope and Patriarch of Alexandria (312-328) who led the condemnation of Arius and was a leading figure at the First Ecumenical Council; predecessor of St. Athanasius.

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Notes

Distinct from Alexander of Constantinople (Aug 30).

Sources: GOARCH calendar; OCA / J. Sanidopoulos cross-check