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How Does Theodora Influence The Byzantine Empire

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Theodora was the empress of the Byzantine Empire from 527 A.D. to 548 A.D. She was the wife, advisor, and co-ruler to Justinian the Byzantine emperor. Theodora was a very inspirational woman of her time, she started from the lower-class and rose to power. She then proceeded to use her power and influence to help shape the Byzantine Empire. The following paragraphs will explain how Theodora rose to power, how she used her influence, and the impact she had on the Byzantine Empire. Theodora was the daughter of a bear-keeper at Constantinople 's Hippodrome. When her father died, her mother helped start her acting career. She worked as an actress, prostitute and a wool spinner until she came to the attention of Justinian the heir of the emperor.

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