August 17, 2025Journal for Late Antique Religion and Culture

When Was Old Saint Peter's Consecrated?

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The consecration of Old St Peter’s is argued to have taken place on Pentecost, marking a significant date in church history.
Key evidence points to Sunday, 11 May 357, as the consecration date led by Constantius II during his reign.
Historical analysis focuses on the transition of authority from Constans to Constantius II, highlighting their roles as emperors.
The findings suggest that this date plays an important part in understanding early Christian rituals and power dynamics.

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Analysis reveals the consecration of Old St Peter’s occurred on Pentecost 357 under Constantius II, implying imperial significance.

Abstract

This article argues that the consecration of Old St Peter’s, Rome, begun by the emperor Constans (337-350), took place on Pentecost, Sunday 11 May 357, under his older brother, Constantius II (337-361).

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Alastair H. B. Logan (2025) studied this question.

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Analysis reveals the consecration of Old St Peter’s occurred on Pentecost 357 under Constantius II, implying imperial significance.

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