The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Ursinus
Also known as Antipope Ursinus
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 112
A figure of religious authority whose presence is marked by the intensity of theological conviction. His bearing suggests someone deeply invested in the power struggles of the early Christian church.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 112
- Books
- 1
Ursinus contended with Damasus for the bishopric of Rome, becoming embroiled in the bloody sedition that marked this contentious succession. His rivalry with Damasus represented the fierce competition for control of the Roman see during a turbulent period in church history.
Description
An adult Roman cleric with the bearing of ecclesiastical authority. He wears the distinctive robes of a bishop and possesses stern features that reflect his deep involvement in the contentious politics of the early Christian church.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
Appearances
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