in 633
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THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Jacob of Edessa
Syriac Bishop of Edessa (c.640-708)
Jacob of Edessa has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists in 640 in Aleppo, Syria.
Born
in 640
An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.
Died: June 9, 708
- Birthplace
- Aleppo, Syria
- Professions
- bishop, philosopher, writer, translator, cleric
- Citizenship
- Syria
Incompatible birth dates
Sources disagree: in 640 (Integrated Authority File) or in 633 (No external source identified).
The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.
More about Jacob of Edessa
- Pseudonyms
- James of Edessa
All birth date sources
A source is P248 “stated in” or a non-Wikimedia reference URL. Import-only references do not qualify.
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record
Questions people ask
Where was Jacob of Edessa born?
Jacob of Edessa was born in Aleppo, Syria.
When did Jacob of Edessa die?
Jacob of Edessa died on June 9, 708.