Cambridge Encyclopedia :: Cambridge Encyclopedia Vol. 74

Theodosius II

Roman emperor (408–50), the grandson of Theodosius I and, like him, a staunch champion of orthodox Christianity. He is chiefly remembered for his codification of the Roman law in 438.

Theodosius II
Emperor of the
Eastern Roman Empire
Bust of Theodosius II
Reign 408 - July 28, 450
(His sister acted as regent 408 - 416)
Full name Flavius Theodosius
Born April 401
Died July 28, 450
Predecessor Arcadius
Successor Marcian
Wife/wives Aelia Eudocia
Issue Licinia Eudoxia
Father Arcadius
Mother Aelia Eudoxia

Flavius Theodosius (April, 401 – July 28, 450), known in English as Theodosius II, was an Eastern Roman Emperor (408-450), mostly known for the law code bearing his name, the Codex Theodosianus.

User Comments Add a comment…

theology - History of the term, The emergence of Christian theology, Theology and religions other than Christianity [next] [back] Theodosius I - Career, Family, Diplomatic policy with the Goths, Civil wars in the Empire, Theodosius the patron