Theodora (/ ˌθiːəˈdɔːrə /; Greek: Θεοδώρα; c. 490/500 – 28 June 548) [a] was a Roman empress and wife of emperor Justinian I. She was of humble origins and became empress when her …

Theodora, a 6th-century Byzantine empress married to Emperor Justinian I, is remembered for being one of the most powerful women in Byzantine history. She used her power and influence …

Apr 3, 2018 · Theodora reigned as empress of the Byzantine Empire alongside her husband, Emperor Justinian I, from 527 CE until her death in 548 CE.

Dec 9, 2025 · As empress, Theodora was a capable individual who had a huge influence on many of her husband’s reforms. Most notable, perhaps, are the reforms that pertain to the legal …

Theodora (c. 500–548)Byzantine empress, known for her courage and sharp political skills, who wielded enormous power as the wife of Justinian I and strongly influenced his policies and …

Jan 5, 2026 · The amazing relationship between Byzantine Emperor Justinian I and Empress Theodora is one of the most captivating stories of history.

Theodora (c. 500 – June 28, 548) was empress of the Byzantine Empire and the wife of Emperor Justinian I. Along with her husband, she is a saint in the Orthodox Church, commemorated on …

Jan 16, 2023 · Theodora (497-548) was a Byzantine empress, wife of the emperor Justinian I and the most powerful woman in Byzantine history. Born from humble origins, Theodora reigned …

Theodora I was the wife of Emperor Justinian of Byzantium, who reigned from 527-565 CE. She is considered a heroine by some due to her advocacy for women’s rights, her protection of the …

Empress Theodora, a historical figure of the Byzantine Empire rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful women of her time.