# Council of Nicaea (325 CE)

URL: https://allhistories.com/roman/timeline/325-council-of-nicaea
Location: Nicaea
Themes: culture

The council addressed the Arian controversy and issued the Nicene creed.

## Why it matters
It established an enduring model of emperor-backed ecumenical councils.

Who Was in Power: [Constantine I](https://allhistories.com/roman/rulers/constantine-i)