Iamblichus of Trier

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Iamblichus of Trier also known as Jamblichus or Jamblychus was a 5th-century bishop of Trier from 475/76.

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Background

He is attested in an inscription found in Chalon-sur-Saône. There seems to be no doubt about his historicity, [1] although records from his time are scant due to the transition from the Roman Empire to Frankish rule. [2]

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References

  1. Diocese of Trier at catholic-hierarchy.org.
  2. Trier at New Advent.org.

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