Theodosius I
Definition
Proper noun: - Flavius Theodosius (c. 346–395 AD): The last emperor to rule over both the eastern and western halves of the Roman Empire as a single entity. He is historically significant for making Christianity the official state religion of the Roman Empire and for decisively ending traditional pagan worship.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Theodosius I issued the Edict of Thessalonica in 380 AD, declaring Nicene Christianity the state religion.
- After the death of Theodosius I, the Roman Empire was permanently divided between his two sons.
- Historians credit Theodosius I with the final suppression of the ancient Olympic Games as part of his campaign against paganism.
Advanced Usage
- "The Theodosian Code" (Codex Theodosianus): A major compilation of Roman laws commissioned by Theodosius I's grandson, Theodosius II, but named in honor of the earlier emperor. It contains many laws from Theodosius I's reign concerning religion and administration.
- Scholars study the Theodosian Code to understand the legal framework of the late Roman Empire.
Variants and Related Words
- Theodosian (adj): Pertaining to Theodosius I or his dynasty.
- The Theodosian Walls of Constantinople were built later, under Theodosius II.
- Theodosius the Great: An alternative name used by some historians to refer to Theodosius I, acknowledging his impact on the empire.
Synonyms
- Theodosius the Great: An honorific synonym.
- Flavius Theodosius Augustus: The full imperial name.
Related Phrases and Concepts
- Edict of Thessalonica: The 380 AD decree by Theodosius I that established Trinitarian Christianity as the official religion of the Roman Empire.
- Battle of the Frigidus: The decisive battle in 394 AD where Theodosius I defeated the usurper Eugenius, solidifying his control and the influence of Christianity.
Noun
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the last emperor of a united Roman Empire, he took control of the eastern empire and ended the war with the Visigoths; he became a Christian and in 391 banned all forms of pagan worship (346-395)
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