Paulinus of Nola
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Paulinus of Nola born Pontius Meropius Anicius Paulinus, was a Roman poet, writer, senator, and bishop. He attained the ranks of suffect consul and governor of Campania, but, prompted by the counsels
Linzer Dom Fenster Paulinus von Nola
Line engraving of Saint Paulinus of Nola
Statue of St. Paulinus in Nola
Bas-relief of Saint Paulinus in Torregrotta
Pope Boniface I
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Pope Boniface I was the bishop of Rome from 28 December 418 to his death on 4 September 422. His election was disputed by the supporters of Eulalius until the dispute was settled by Emperor Honorius.
Paulinus of Nola
…Christian leaders throughout the empire. He is credited with the introduction of bells to Christian worship and helped resolve the disputed election of Pope Boniface I. His renunciation of his wealth and station in favor of an ascetic and philanthropic life was held up as an example by many of his contemporaries—including…
Engraving by Cornelis Galle the Elder, c. 1640
Boniface I ordered that Gloria in excelsis Deo be sung on Maundy Thursday (16th century sheet music)