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Aelia Eudocia Augusta (; Ancient Greek: Αἰλία Εὐδοκία Αὐγούστα; c. 400 – 460 AD), also called Saint Eudocia, was an Eastern Roman empress by marriage to Emperor Theodosius II (r. 408–450). The daughter of an Athenian philosopher, she was also a poet, whose works include Homerocentones, or Homeric retellings of Biblical stories. After an estrangement with Theodosius, she permanently settled in Jerusalem, where she supported the local population.

Quick facts about Aelia Eudocia

  • Full name: Aelia Eudocia
  • Born: 0401-01-01
  • Nationality: Byzantine Empire
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q229307

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Who is Aelia Eudocia?

Aelia Eudocia Augusta (; Ancient Greek: Αἰλία Εὐδοκία Αὐγούστα; c. 400 – 460 AD), also called Saint Eudocia, was an Eastern Roman empress by marriage to Emperor Theodosius II (r. 408–450).

What nationality is Aelia Eudocia?

Aelia Eudocia is Byzantine Empire.

When was Aelia Eudocia born?

Aelia Eudocia was born on 0401-01-01.

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