The record
Sixtus II was a Bishop of Rome from 257 to 258. Born on 215 in Greece, II died on 6 August 258 in Rome.
Positions held include Pope (257–258).
With a Wikipedia article in 83 languages, Sixtus II is No. 19,918 in the People and Position Index.
- Born
- 215, Greece
- Died
- 6 August 258, Rome
- Country
- Ancient Rome
- Known as
- Catholic priest
- Field
- Religion
- Languages
- Ancient Greek
- Wikipedia editions
- 83
Did you know
42
Was 42 when first pope (257).
43
Lived to 43.
7
One of 7 people in the Index born in Greece, with Saint Stephen.
83
Has a Wikipedia article in 83 languages.
Computed from the Index and Wikidata.
Career
Positions held
- 257–258Pope
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