Council of Nicea
The First Council of Nicaea formally opens at Nicaea under imperial sponsorship to address the Arian controversy and other church disputes.
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The First Council of Nicaea formally opens at Nicaea under imperial sponsorship to address the Arian controversy and other church disputes.
Defines the absolute unity of divine essence & equality of the Trinity
Constantine orders the execution of the former emperor Licinius after initially permitting him to live in retirement.
The bishops assembled at Nicaea condemn Arius and his principal theological claims after extended debate.
The Council of Nicaea adopts a creed affirming the Son as of the same substance with the Father and condemns Arius's teaching.
The Council of Nicaea also seeks a common method for determining the date of Easter across Christian communities.