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Liberius

Pope 352 to 66. Opposed by Felix II, antipope (355-365).

“Of his previous life nothing is known save that he was a Roman deacon.”

Catholic Encyclopedia (1913)1

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Notes

  1. Catholic Encyclopedia (1913), “Pope Liberius”. New Advent edition. newadvent.org

Dates follow the Catholic Encyclopedia’s list of popes; for the earliest popes they are traditional. Photo credits.