Death
Despite opposition to Cyril he was able to rule the church in relative peace until his death in 1243. His reign lasted seven years, nine months, and ten days, and he was buried in Dayr al-Sham' at Giza. After his death his Throne of Saint Mark remained vacant for seven years.
| Preceded by John VI |
Coptic Pope 1235–1243 |
Succeeded by Athanasius III |
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By atoms moved.
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