First Council of Nicaea

First Council of Nicaea

Nicaea, Bithynia
325 AD

Description

The Council was called by Emperor Constantine I primarily to resolve the controversy raised by Arianism...

Key Information

Significance

Established the doctrine of the Trinity and produced the Nicene Creed.

Outcome

Condemnation of Arianism and establishment of the Nicene Creed.

Location

Nicaea, Bithynia