Archive · 21 Nov 2025
1700 Years of Christian Unity: The Nicene Creed's Enduring Legacy
Long ago, Christian leaders met to agree on a statement about who Jesus is.
This statement, called the Nicene Creed, is still said in churches today.
Even though there have been many arguments among Christians since then, this creed is something they all agree on.
To celebrate its 1700th birthday, Pope Leo is visiting the place where it was written, and there are parties happening all over the world.
The Nicene Creed, written in 325 AD at the Council of Nicaea, is still recited by millions of Christians today.
The creed was a result of the first global, ecumenical council in history, convened by Emperor Constantine to address theological disputes.
The creed affirms the divinity of Jesus Christ, declaring him 'true God' and 'of one substance' with the Father.
Despite later schisms, the Nicene Creed remains the most widely accepted creed in Christendom.
The anniversary of the Council of Nicaea is being commemorated globally, including by Pope Leo XIV's visit to the site.
- Who
- Christian leaders, including bishops and Emperor Constantine
- What
- Wrote the Nicene Creed at the Council of Nicaea
- When
- 325 AD
- Where
- Present-day Turkey
- Why
- To address theological disputes and achieve unity among Christians
- Council
- Council of Nicaea
- Year
- 325 AD
- Location
- Present-day Turkey
- Convened by
- Emperor Constantine
- Result
- Nicene Creed