Caesarius of Arles

Caesarius Arelatensis

Biography

Born around 470, Caesarius was first a monk in Lérins, before he was ordained a priest and then Bishop of Arles (in 503). He held the episcopal seat for 40 years, until his death in 542, a period marked by several barbarian invasions. He played an important role in the councils of the Bishops of Provence, over which he presided in Arles (524), Carpentras (527), Orange and Vaison (529), and Marseille (533).

Trained in rhetoric by Julianus Pomerus, he is known for his activity as a preacher (238 sermons); he is also the author of two monastic rules and dogmatic treatises. He died in 542.

Caesarius of Arles
Birth date ? (Chalon sur Saône)
Death date (Arles)
Activity Arles, Gaule
Group of authors Gaul (up to the 8th century)