Pontian
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Summary
Pontian was born in Rome[1]. He died on October 235[2] in Tavolara Island[3]. He worked as a Catholic priest[4]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,439 views/month, #7,146 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Catacomb of Callixtus[6]
- Position held: Pope[7]
- Religion or worldview: Catholicism[8]
- Sex or gender: male[9]
- Commons category: Pontianus[10]
- Canonization status: saint[11]
- Feast day: August 13[12]
- Topic's main category: Category:Pontianus[13]
- Work location: Rome[14]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[15], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[16], New International Encyclopedia[17]
- Name in native language: Pontianus[18]
- Time period: Roman Empire[19]
- Subject has role: Christian martyr[20], Pope[21]
Why It Matters
Pontian has Wikipedia articles in 28 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[22] He is known by 54 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was Pontian born?
Pontian was born in Rome[1].
Where did Pontian die?
Pontian died in Tavolara Island[3].
What did Pontian do for work?
Pontian worked as a Catholic priest[4].