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The Diocese of Caesarea was established in the early Christian period as the first in hierarchy as well as in status among the metropolises of the Patriarchate of Constantinople. The diocese declined in the 14th century and ceased to operate in the 15th and 16th century. Nevertheless, it gradually became again one of the most important dioceses in Asia Minor. The ecclesiastical history of the city of Kaisareia contributed to it being selected as the seat of the Turkish Orthodox patriarchate, which was attempted to be established in 1922-1923. |
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