The Second Council of Constantinople is the fifth of the first seven ecumenical councils recognized by both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church. It is also recognized by the Old Catholics and others. Protestant opinions and recognition of it are varied. Some Protestants, such as Calvinists, recognize the first four councils, whereas Lutherans and most Anglo-Catholics accept all seven. Constantinople II was convoked by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I under the presidency of Patriarch Eutychius of Constantinople. It was held from 5 May to 2 June 553.
Second Council of Constantinople (5th ecumenical council) opens
The Second Council of Constantinople is the fifth of the first seven ecumenical councils recognized by both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church.
Historical Significance
The Second Council of Constantinople is the fifth of the first seven ecumenical councils recognized by both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church.
Events Before
Ostrogoths of King Totila conquer Rome by bribing the Byzantine garrison during the Gothic War
Ostrogoths of King Totila conquer Rome by bribing the Byzantine garrison during the Gothic War
Gothic War (535-552): The Ostrogoths, under King Totila, conquer Rome after a long siege, by bribing the Isaurian garris
Gothic War (535-552): The Ostrogoths, under King Totila, conquer Rome after a long siege, by bribing the Isaurian garrison
Origin of Armenian calendar
The Armenian calendar is the calendar traditionally used in Armenia, primarily during the medieval ages.
Events After
Ravenna becomes the seat of the Byzantine military governor in Italy
Ravennaa] ; Romagnol: Ravèna, Ravêna) is the capital city of the Province of Ravenna, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy.
Vigilius ends his reign as Catholic Pope
Vigilius ends his reign as Catholic Pope
Pelagius I begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Pelagius I begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire, is significantly damaged by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake
Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire, is significantly damaged by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake
John III begins his reign as Catholic Pope succeeding Pelagius I
John III begins his reign as Catholic Pope succeeding Pelagius I
More from the 550s
Gothic War (535-552): The Ostrogoths, under King Totila, conquer Rome after a long siege, by bribing the Isaurian garris
Gothic War (535-552): The Ostrogoths, under King Totila, conquer Rome after a long siege, by bribing the Isaurian garrison
Pelagius I begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Pelagius I begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Moon Jaguar becomes the 10th ruler of the Maya city of Copán (modern Honduras), will reign for 25 years
Moon Jaguar becomes the 10th ruler of the Maya city of Copán (modern Honduras), will reign for 25 years
Vigilius ends his reign as Catholic Pope
Vigilius ends his reign as Catholic Pope
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 5, 553?
- The Second Council of Constantinople is the fifth of the first seven ecumenical councils recognized by both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church. It is also recognized by the Old Catholics and others. Protestant opinions and recognition of it are varied.
- Why is Second Council of Constantinople (5th ecumenical council) opens significant?
- The Second Council of Constantinople is the fifth of the first seven ecumenical councils recognized by both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church.