16 Reasons Why Empress Theodora Went From Burlesque Dancer To The Most Powerful Woman In The World скачать в хорошем качестве

16 Reasons Why Empress Theodora Went From Burlesque Dancer To The Most Powerful Woman In The World

This video is about Theodora, a woman who rose from a humble and scandalous beginning to become one of the most powerful women in history, eventually becoming Empress of the Byzantine Empire. Her father was a bear keeper, and after his death, her family fell into poverty, leading her to a life as an actress – a profession considered shameful at the time. She escaped this life by becoming involved with Monophysite Christianity in Alexandria, which helped her rebrand herself. She then met and married Justinian, who changed the law to allow the marriage despite her past. Despite facing scorn from the aristocracy, she used ceremony and displays of power to command respect and became a co-ruler, potentially even influencing Justinian with her intelligence and strength. Her early life experiences, including rejection and hardship, shaped her into a resilient and determined leader.