Church Unity Appeal
The Lyons confessors urged Eleutherius to preserve church unity while addressing disputes over Montanist prophecy.
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177 in Italy
Explore 5 historical events and records for Italy in 177.
Historical records for Italy in 177
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Irenaeus Commended
The clergy of Lyons commended Irenaeus to Eleutherius when sending him to Rome with their letter.
Irenaeus Delegation
Irenaeus travelled from Lyons to Rome carrying correspondence for Eleutherius about the Montanist movement.
Lyons Correspondence Received
Christians imprisoned at Lyons sent Eleutherius a letter concerning the Montanist controversy during the persecution of 177.
Montanist Appeal
Eleutherius received an appeal urging a cautious response to the growing Montanist movement.
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