Sidonius Apollinaris

Sidonius Apollinaris (430–489) was a politician, catholic priest and poet.

Also recorded as Gaius Sollius Modestus Apollinaris Sidonius; Gaius Sollius Apollinaris Sidoniu; Saint Sidonius Apollinaris; Apollinaris Sidonius.

Overview

Born at Lugdunum in 430, died at Arvernis in 489.

In detail

training under Faustus of Riez is recorded. the recorded working language is Latin.

Positions recorded include Praefectus urbi and bishop of Auvergne.

Works named in the authority record are History, Correspondence and Carmina.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

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    “Sidonius Apollinaris”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q302936: Sidonius Apollinaris

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