Full Name: Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus Augustus
Profession: Roman Emperor
Biography: Constantine the Great was the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity, he brought monumental change to the religious landscape of the empire. His conversion is believed to have been instrumental in the eventual Christianization of the Roman Empire.
During his reign, Constantine issued the Edict of Milan in 313, which granted religious freedom throughout the empire and ended the persecution of Christians. This move marked a significant shift in Roman policy and had far-reaching implications for the development of Christianity as a major world religion.
Aside from his religious reforms, Constantine is also known for founding the city of Constantinople, now known as Istanbul. He made it the new capital of the Roman Empire, and the city served as a bridge between the East and the West, both geographically and culturally.
Furthermore, Constantine's military achievements, such as his victory in the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, played a pivotal role in consolidating his power. This victory marked the beginning of Constantine's sole rule over the entire Roman Empire
Born: February 27, 272
Birthplace: Naissus
Star Sign: Pisces
Articles and Photos
Vision of the Cross
Roman Emperor Constantine as depicted by Raphael having his Vision of the Cross on October 27, 312
October 27, 312 AD
Sorry, Son, But You Have To Die
Constantine the Great, who died on this day, was the first Roman Emperor to become a Christian. But there was nothing forgiving about his dealings with sinners.
May 22, 337 AD
4th Century Bible Discovered
A page from the Codex Sinaiticus, displaying the Lord's Prayer. The first few letters are part of Matthew 6:4; the first new paragraph denotes Matthew 6:5. The last full sentence is Matthew 6:24; the last incomplete sentence on this page is Matthew 6:25.
February 4, 1859
Istanbul – The Queen of Cities
On this day the ancient city of Constantinople was officially renamed Istanbul, while the town of Angora became Ankara, the new capital of Turkey.
March 28, 1930
Married Life
- 0307-03-31 Roman Emperor Constantine I marries Fausta, daughter of the Emperor Maximian, later murdering her in 326
Historical Events
- 0306-07-25 Constantine I is proclaimed Roman Emperor by his troops
- 0308-11-11 The Congress of Carnuntum: Attempting to keep peace within the Roman Empire, the leaders of the Tetrarchy declare Maxentius and Licinius to be Augusti, while rival contender Constantine I is declared Caesar of Britain and Gaul.
- 0312-10-27 Roman Emperor Constantine the Great is said to have received his famous Vision of the Cross
- 0312-10-28 Emperor Constantine the Great defeats rival Maxentius at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge
- 0314-10-08 Battle at Cibalae: Roman emperor in the west Constantine the Great beats emperor in the east Licinius
- 0317-03-01 Crispus and Constantine II, sons of Roman Emperor Constantine I, and Licinius the younger, son of Emperor Licinius, raised to rank of Caesar
- 0321-03-07 Roman Emperor Constantine I decrees that the dies Solis Invicti (sun-day) is the day of rest in the Empire
- 0324-07-03 Battle of Adrianople: Roman Emperor Constantine I defeats his co-emperor Licinius, who flees to Byzantium
- 0324-09-18 Roman Emperor Constantine the Great decisively defeats rival Emperor Licinius at Chrysopolis
- 0330-05-11 Newly built city of Constantinople (Byzantium) dedicated to Emperor Constantine the Great, becomes the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire
- 0332-05-18 Roman Emperor Constantine the Great institutes free daily bread rations in Constantinople
- 0335-09-19 Dalmatius is raised to the rank of Caesar by his uncle Constantine I
- 0335-10-21 Roman Emperor Constantine the Great rules that Jews are not allowed to purchase and circumcise Christian slaves
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