Theodora Porphyrogenita
Byzantine empress regnant (984-1056)
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Summary
Theodora Porphyrogenita was born on 984[1] in Constantinople[2]. She died on August 31, 1056[3], in Constantinople[4]. She worked as a politician[5]. She ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,329 views/month, #6,988 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Date of death: 1056[7]
- Place of burial: Church of the Holy Apostles[8]
- Father: Konstantinos VIII[9]
- Mother: Helena[10]
- Country of citizenship: Byzantine Empire[11]
- Position held: Byzantine emperor[12]
- Sex or gender: female[13]
- Family: Macedonian dynasty[14]
- Noble title: queen regnant[15]
- Commons category: Empress Theodora (11th century)[16]
- Given name: Theodora[17]
- Relative: Manuel the Armenian[18]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[19], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[20]
- Name in native language: Θεοδώρα[21]
- Different from: Teodora[22]
- Sibling: Zoe Porphyrogenita[23], Eudokia[24]
Why It Matters
Theodora Porphyrogenita has Wikipedia articles in 27 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] She is known by 35 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Theodora Porphyrogenita born?
Theodora Porphyrogenita was born in Constantinople[2].
Where did Theodora Porphyrogenita die?
Theodora Porphyrogenita passed away in Constantinople[4].
Who were Theodora Porphyrogenita's parents?
Theodora Porphyrogenita's father was Konstantinos VIII[9]. Theodora Porphyrogenita's mother was Helena[10].
What did Theodora Porphyrogenita do for work?
Theodora Porphyrogenita worked as a politician[5].