Sylvius of Toulouse

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Sylvius of Toulouse
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Statue of St. Sylvius. Basilica of St. Sernin, Toulouse.
Bishop
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Diedc. 400 AD
Major shrine Basilica of St. Sernin, Toulouse.

Sylvius of Toulouse (Silvius, French : Selve, Sylve) was bishop of Toulouse from 360 AD to 400 AD. He was succeeded by Exuperius. [1] Sylvius began construction of the basilica of St. Sernin of Toulouse towards the end of the 4th century. [2] The church was later completed by his successor Exuperius. [2] Sylvius' remains were later transferred to the church he had begun. [2]

References

  1. "Catholic Encyclopedia: Toulouse". Catholic Encl. 2010. Retrieved September 28, 2010.
  2. 1 2 3 Knights of Columbus. Catholic Truth Committee. The Catholic encyclopedia: an international work of reference on the constitution, doctrine, discipline, and history of the Catholic Church, Volume 14. Encyclopedia Press, 1913, 797.