Romanos the Melodist was born on January 1, 490[1], in Homs[2]. He died on January 1, 556[3], in Constantinople[4]. He worked as a hymnwriter[5], author[6], religious leader[7], deacon[8], and cleric[9]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,601 views/month, #7,222 of 1,000,298).[10]
Topic's main category: Category:Romanos the Melodist[20]
Described by source: Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[21], Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[22]
Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[23]
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Works and Contributions
Things named for Romanos the Melodist include St Romanos the Melodist choir[24], a choir[25].
Why It Matters
Romanos the Melodist has Wikipedia articles in 20 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 51 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
Entities named for him include St Romanos the Melodist choir[24], a choir[25].
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