Theodora - wife of Justinian I - was born in 500.
around 525 AD
Only the year is known - 523
She convinced Justinian to suppress the revolt and retain power.
As the wife of the emperor of the Byzantine Empire Justinian I (or the Great), Theodora was a Byzantine empress and lived in the capital of the empire, Constantinople
The emperor after the schism of 1054 was actually an empress called Theodora. This Theodora is not the same as the wife of Justinian I though.
The mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora are an important part of Basilica of San Vitale. These mosaics are made of small pieces of colored glass and stones.
Theodora was a prostitute and actress who gave up the stage for a more acceptable vocation before meeting Justinian. Justinian's predecessor repealed a law barring members of he royal family to marry actresses to allow the wedding.
Theodora
Theodora
Emperor Justinian I and his wife the Empress Theodora.
She convinced Justinian to suppress the revolt and retain power.
As the wife of the emperor of the Byzantine Empire Justinian I (or the Great), Theodora was a Byzantine empress and lived in the capital of the empire, Constantinople
The emperor after the schism of 1054 was actually an empress called Theodora. This Theodora is not the same as the wife of Justinian I though.
The mosaics of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora are an important part of Basilica of San Vitale. These mosaics are made of small pieces of colored glass and stones.
Theodora was a prostitute and actress who gave up the stage for a more acceptable vocation before meeting Justinian. Justinian's predecessor repealed a law barring members of he royal family to marry actresses to allow the wedding.
Justinian and Theodora were married
Justinian I.
Theodora was the wife of 6th century Roman emperor Justinian I. She was instrumental in turning the tide in favor of Justinian during the Nika riots in 532 AD. When as a result of massive riots against him, Justinian and his close aides were preparing to flee, Theodora convinced Justinian to stay put and fight it out. As a result of her speech Justinian sent his army to fight the rioters. His army overcame the rioters and the threat to Justinian's throne was eliminated through sheer courage and determination of Theodora.
Theodora was the wife of 6th century Roman emperor Justinian I. She was instrumental in turning the tide in favor of Justinian during the Nika riots in 532 AD. When as a result of massive riots against him, Justinian and his close aides were preparing to flee, Theodora convinced Justinian to stay put and fight it out. As a result of her speech Justinian sent his army to fight the rioters. His army overcame the rioters and the threat to Justinian's throne was eliminated through sheer courage and determination of Theodora.