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Patriarch of Antioch

Religious leadership title
The Patriarch of Antioch is a traditional title held by the bishop of Antioch. As the traditional "overseer" of the first gentile Christian community, the position has been of prime importance in Pauline Christianity from its earliest period. Wikipedia
Denomination: Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Catholic (Eastern Catholic Churches)
Established: 34 (founded)451 (granted title of patriarch)
First holder: Saint Peter
Sui iuris church: Melkite, Maronite, Syriac Catholic