Its first known bishop, Philo, was ordained by Epiphanius of Salamis in the 4th century; he has left a commentary on the Song of Songs, a letter, and some fragments.
The earliest recorded head of this church was Philo, who was appointed by Epiphanius of Salamis in the 4th century. He has produced a commentary on the Song of Songs, written a letter, and left behind fragments.