 Arsenius became famous for his righteousness and wisdom.There is considerable debate regarding the accuracy of several points in Arsenius's life.Arsenius is said to have been made a deacon by Pope Damasus I who recommended him to Byzantine Emperor Theodosius I the Great, who had requested the Emperor Gratian and Pope Damasus around 383 to find him in the West a tutor for his sons (future emperors Arcadius and Honorius).