Maternus was the first Christian bishop of Cologne, Germany (in the 4th century) who comissioned a Roman temple where the Cologne Cathedral would later be built. A Christian is a follower of Jesus of Nazareth. ... A bishop is an ordained member of the Christian clergy who, in certain Christian churches, holds a position of authority. ... The article about perfume can be found at Eau de Cologne. ... (3rd century - 4th century - 5th century - other centuries) As a means of recording the passage of time, the 4th century was that century which lasted from 301 to 400. ... The numbers and architecture of Roman temples reflect the citys receptivity to all the religions of the world. ... The rear of the cathedral, viewed from across the Rhine Cologne Cathedral (German: Kölner Dom) is one of the best-known architectural monuments in Germany and has been Colognes most famous landmark for centuries. ...