Realizing that Photius had been sacrificed in vain — the pope furious over Bulgaria negating any expected benefit — Basil recalled him to the capital, entrusted the education of his children to him, and when the patriarchal office became vacant, had him elected again. Photius's influence was immediately felt in increased missionary ties to the Balkan Slavic tribes.
Also known as: Photius as Patriarch
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Episode 12 (17 mentions)
Realizing that Photius had been sacrificed in vain — the pope furious over Bulgaria negating any expected benefit — Basil recalled him to the capital, entrusted the education of his children to him, and when the patriarchal office became vacant, had him elected again. Photius's influence was immediately felt in increased missionary ties to the Balkan Slavic tribes.
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