Pope Theophilus of Alexandria
†412
Pope Theophilus of Alexandria († 412, Egypt) — Saint, Pope of the Coptic Orthodox Church.
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Pope Theophilus of Alexandria was the 23rd Patriarch of the See of Saint Mark, serving from 385 until his death in 412. A prominent leader in late antique Egypt, he navigated a period of intense religious transition within the Roman Empire. He is recognized for his decisive actions in dismantling pagan traditions and his significant influence over ecclesiastical politics, including his involvement in major theological disputes and the management of high-ranking clergy across the Christian world.

