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Boniface III

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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was elected bishop of Rome Feb. 16, 607. Through his influence the Emperor Phocas decreed that the title of " universal bishop" should be given only to the Pope of Rome. In a synod held at Rome, he forbade, under anathema, that a bishop should appoint his own successor. He died Nov. 12, 607.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Boniface III'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​b/boniface-iii.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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