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Pope Vigilius
Pope during Justinian's reign, caught in theological disputes.
minor
Also known as Vigilius
First appearance: the secret history
Pope Vigilius shows up with force in XXVII: How the Defender of the Faith Protected the Interests of the Christians. The page is where that presence becomes real.
In Constantinople; refuses to annul Pelagius's decision regarding Paul's reinstatement.
Pope Vigilius first appears in 0002 the secret history.
In XXVII: How the Defender of the Faith Protected the Interests of the Christians: In Constantinople; refuses to annul Pelagius's decision regarding Paul's reinstatement.
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- Historical Figures and Narrator
- Minor Roman Officials
- Justinian's Court Intriguers
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