Empress Zoe Porphyrogenita is among the most intriguing female figures in Byzantine history for a number of good reasons.

The discovery is prompting a reevaluation of women's participation in extreme asceticism in the 5th century CE.During ...

Archaeologists believed they had unearthed the remains of a Byzantine monk buried beneath an ancient monastery in Jerusalem.

The first discovery of a woman’s remains at a Byzantine monastery challenges long-held beliefs about early Christian asceticism. Credit: Paula Kotli / Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports ...

The Byzantine “monk” buried in chains near Jerusalem was a woman. Credit: Matan Chocron / Israel Antiquities Authority An archaeological discovery near Jerusalem has shaken the foundations of ...

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Theodora, originally an actress of humble origins, became one of the most powerful women in Byzantine history. Born in the late 5th century, Theodora’s early life was marked by hardship. As an actress ...

With only 19 parishes in his eparchy, the new bishop of Holy Protection of Mary Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Phoenix, Artur ...

The National Gallery is an art museum located on Vasilisis Sofias avenue in Athens, Greece. It is devoted to Greek and European art ...

Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church in Jessup will celebrate its 125th anniversary on June 8. Planning committee members include, first row, from left: Gerald and Jean Marie Ziminskas, Margaret ...

"I actually started my professional life as a classical musician...although the connection (to tech) may not be immediately ...