Theodosius II

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0401 – 0450

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Who was Theodosius II?

Theodosius II, commonly surnamed Theodosius the Younger, or Theodosius the Calligrapher, was Roman Emperor from 408 to 450. He is mostly known for promulgating the Theodosian law code, and for the construction of the Theodosian Walls of Constantinople. He also presided over the outbreak of two great christological controversies, Nestorianism and Eutychianism.

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Born
Apr 10, 0401
Constantinople
Also known as
  • Theodosius the Younger
  • Theodosius the Calligrapher
  • Flavius Theodosius Junior Augustus
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  • Christianity
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Died
Jul 28, 0450

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on July 23, 2013

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