When was Pope Linus born?

Pope Linus was born on 10 in Tuscany.

What positions has Pope Linus held?

Positions held by Pope Linus include: Pope (0067–0079).

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Pope Linus

2nd Pope of the Catholic Church

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Pope Linus ( ; Greek: Λῖνος, Linos; died c. 80) was the bishop of Rome from c. 68 to his death in 80. He is generally regarded as the second bishop of Rome, after Saint Peter. As with nearly all the early popes, he was canonized.

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Born: 10 wd
Place of birth: Tuscany wd
Died: 79 wd
Place of death: Rome wd
Citizenship: Ancient Rome wd
Occupation: Christian cleric wd

Positions held wd

Pope (0067–0079)

About

According to Irenaeus, Linus is the same person as the one mentioned in the New Testament. Linus is mentioned in the valediction of the Second Epistle to Timothy (2 Timothy 4:21) as being with Paul the Apostle in Rome near the end of Paul's life.

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When was Pope Linus born?: Pope Linus was born on 10 in Tuscany.
What positions has Pope Linus held?: Positions held by Pope Linus include: Pope (0067–0079).

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