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Dorotheus of Gaza

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Dorotheus of Gaza, also known as Dorotheus the Archimandrite or Abba Dorotheus, was a Christian monk and abbot who lived from about 500 to sometime between 560 and 580. He lived as a monk at the monastery of Seridus near Gaza and wrote instructions on the ascetic life that went on to influence both Eastern and Western monasticism.

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Classification
Nationality
Byzantine Empire (Historical) 2
Veneration Status
Officially Recognized or Venerated 1
Identity
Gender
Male 1
Life
Lifespan or Floruit
from 500 2
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Sources
1. Dorotheus of Gaza, Structured Record (Wikidata Q391419)
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2. Wikipedia: Dorotheus of Gaza
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    Dorotheus of Gaza, Dorotheus the Archimandrite or Abba Dorotheus, was a Christian monk and abbot. He lived as a monk at the monastery of Seridus near Gaza and wrote instructions on the ascetic life.
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    (Ancient Greek: Δωρόθεος τῆς Γάζης Dorotheos tes Gazes; c. 500-560 or 580)
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