Saint Gennadius Scholarius

A life of faith

Gennadius, originally named George Scholarius, studied philosophy, theology and law in Constantinople. He taught and translated or commented on works in Latin before entering monastic life with the name Gennadius. After the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople, he became its patriarch in 1454. The Patriarchate’s account credits him with establishing the Patriarchal School. He later resigned and lived at monasteries on Mount Athos and near Serres. His writings preserved a substantial record of theological and philosophical study.

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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, 2026 calendar observation

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