Pope John X of Alexandria


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Pope John X of Alexandria (Abba Yoannis X) was the 85th Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark.

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John X of Alexandria

Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark
Papacy began7 May 1363
Papacy ended13 July 1369
PredecessorMark IV
SuccessorGabriel IV
Personal details
Born
Died13 July 1369
Egypt
BuriedThe Hanging Church
NationalityEgyptian
DenominationCoptic Orthodox Christian
ResidenceSaint Mercurius Church in Coptic Cairo

John was known by El-Mo'ataman the Syrian, and he was from Damascus, Syria. He was a righteous and knowledgeable man. He was enthroned on the 12th of Pashons in the Coptic calendar (May 7, 1363 AD). He remained on the throne for six years, two months, and seven days. He was buried at Saint Mercurius Church in Coptic Cairo beside Simon the Tanner.

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Preceded by Coptic Pope
1363–1369
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