on the site.

The Domus Laterani was eventually given to the Bishop of Rome by Constantine I. It is believed that this happened during the pontificate of Pope Miltiades, in time to host a synod of bishops in 313 that was convened to challenge the Donatists.

Medieval Palace

As Byzantium grew less able to help prevent Lombard incursions, the papacy became more

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