Nilus the Elder of Sinai, also known as Neilos, Nilus of Ancyra and Nil Postnik, meaning the Faster, was a Christian ascetic and writer who lived from about 365 to 430 or 451. He was one of the many disciples and steadfast defenders of John Chrysostom.
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Veneration StatusOfficially Recognized or Venerated 1 Life
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1. Nilus of Sinai, Structured Record (Wikidata Q770938)
2. Nilus of Sinai (Wikipedia)
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(Greek: Νείλος; also known as Neilos, Nilus of Sinai, Nilus of Ancyra, Nil Postnik ("the Faster"); c. 365-12 November 430 or 451)
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