John of Ephesus
6th-century Byzantine historian
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Summary
John of Ephesus was born on January 1, 507[1], in Amida[2]. He died on 580[3]. He worked as a church historian[4], writer[5], presbyter[6], and bishop[7]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (516 views/month, #7,242 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Byzantine Empire[9]
- Position held: bishop[10]
- Notable work: Ecclesiastical history[11], Lives of the Eastern saints[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Given name: Ioannis[14]
- Described by source: Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[15]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Syriac[16]
- Consecrator: Jacob Baradaeus[17]
- Writing language: Syriac[18]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[19]
- P14611: 409[20]
Why It Matters
John of Ephesus has Wikipedia articles in 13 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[21] He is known by 27 alternative names across languages and contexts.[22]
FAQs
Where was John of Ephesus born?
John of Ephesus was born in Amida[2].
What did John of Ephesus do for work?
John of Ephesus worked as a church historian[4], writer[5], presbyter[6], and bishop[7].