Leo of Constantinople

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Leo of Constantinople (Greek: Λέων Στυππῆς; died 12 January 1143) was Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople from May 1134 until his death on 12 January 1143. He was a presbyter at Hagia Sophia before his ascension. He reigned uneventfully during the rule of Byzantine emperor John II Komnenos.[1]

Leo of Constantinople
Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople
ChurchChurch of Constantinople
In officeMay 1134 – 12 January 1143
PredecessorJohn IX of Constantinople
SuccessorMichael II of Constantinople
Personal details
Died12 January 1143

Notes and references

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  1. ^ Λέων Στυππῆς (in Greek). Ecumenical Patriarchate. Retrieved 24 December 2011.
Eastern Orthodox Church titles
Preceded by Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople
1134 – 1143
Succeeded by