NPNF2-01. Eusebius Pamphilius: Church History, Life of Constantine, Oration in Praise of Constantine

Chapter XIV.—Abilius, the Second Bishop of Alexandria.

In the fourth year of Domitian, Annianus,⁷⁰² the first bishop of the parish of Alexandria, died after holding office twenty-two years, and was succeeded by Abilius,⁷⁰³ the second bishop.