Questions about Eustathius of Thessalonica

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Eustathius of Thessalonica appointed Archbishop of Thessalonica?

Eustathius of Thessalonica received his appointment as Archbishop of Thessalonica in the year 1178. He held this position until his death around 1195 or 1196.

What did Eustathius of Thessalonica say about slavery and Emperor Manuel I Komnenos?

Eustathius of Thessalonica decried slavery and commended Emperor Manuel I Komnenos for abolishing it in 1167. This stance demonstrated his support for secular values like military prowess alongside spiritual ones.

Who described Eustathius of Thessalonica as the most learned man of his age?

Niketas Choniates later described Eustathius of Thessalonica as the most learned man of his age. This reputation rested on his extensive writings and political alignment with Emperor Manuel I Komnenos.

How many volumes were included in Majoranus first printed edition of Eustathius of Thessalonica works?

Majoranus published a four-volume folio set containing the first printed edition of Eustathius of Thessalonica works between 1542 and 1550 in Rome. An inaccurate reprint followed from Basel from 1559 to 1560 before M. van der Valk superseded all previous versions starting in 1971.

When did the Eastern Orthodox Church officially canonize Eustathius of Thessalonica?

The Eastern Orthodox Church officially canonized Eustathius of Thessalonica on the 10th of June 1988. His feast day is observed annually on September 20 according to the Great Synaxaristes.