Education
Born in Corfu in 1562/1563, Arkoudios studied at the Greek Pontifical College of Saint Athanasius in Rome and graduated with a doctorate of philosophy and theology in January 1591.
Born in Corfu in 1562/1563, Arkoudios studied at the Greek Pontifical College of Saint Athanasius in Rome and graduated with a doctorate of philosophy and theology in January 1591.
Because of his knowledge and zeal he became loyal and very capable diplomat in many fine religious missions. Arkoudios showed great ability in service for twenty years and returned to Rome with great prices. His most important mission was the conversion of the Ipatii Potii, who was bishop of Vladimir and became one of the pillars of the Union of Brest.
He also served as a reviewer of books and after 1622 he participated as a theologian in the meetings of the Congregatio de propaganda fide.
Retired in Greek High School, Arkoudios suffered an accident (1627), which caused complete paralysis, and worked on his books until his death. He died there in 1633.
He was buried in the Church of Saint Athanasius of Rome. After Arkoudios" death his library and manuscripts were bequeathed to the Greek Pontifical College of Saint Athanasius.