A synod held in the Basilica of St. John Lateran to condemn Monothelitism, a Christology espoused by many Eastern Christians.
Historical person
Martin I Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Martin I, based on 7 World History Database records associated with Italy.
Chronological biography
649
Although Pope Martin I and Maximus the Confessor were abducted by Constans II and tried in Constantinople for their role in the Council (Martin I being replaced as pope before dying in exile)
The council did not achieve ecumenical status in either East or West, but represented the first attempt of a pope to convene an ecumenical council independent of the Roman emperor.
their position was ultimately endorsed by the 3rd Council of Constantinople in 680
A synod held in the Basilica of St. John Lateran to condemn Monothelitism, a Christology espoused by many Eastern Christians. The council did not achieve ecumenical status in either East or West, but represented the first attempt of a pope to convene an ecumenical council independent of the Roman emperor
Appointed Pope
654
Exiled to the Crimea by Constans II
Titles and roles
Pope
Record provenance
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