Theodora's Passion For Power And Politics

Byzantine Empire worked hand in hand with his wife Theodora during the 6th Century. Theodora was involved in politics and was a passionate person. She wrote laws about things she was concerned about, helped pick government officials, promoted laws that gave women more rights, and created a system of merit by ability rather than by class. It is clear by Theodora’s accomplishments that she was passionate for politics and for justifying people’s rights. What can also be said from studying what Theodora accomplished is that she passionate to have power. Unlike most wives of past Emperors, Theodora wanted to be involved, and in doing show displayed her passion for power and politics. In addition, Theodora was passionate to stay strong when there were riots over political views. Though Justinian wanted to flee …show more content…
269-271. A line from this reading follows as, “During the Nika rebellion, when Justinian considered fleeing the city, Theodora rallied him with a fiery speech.” Because of this example and quote, it is evident that Theodora was passionate and stood her ground during such a troubling time. Despite Theodora’s accomplishments, some thought poorly of Theodora such as John Norwich and Procopius, who in reading their texts on Theodora and Justinian portray Theodora as an unfit leader, someone who was not an ideal match for Justinian, a woman who demanded unfair things, someone who was overly self-indulgent, and someone with the disregard for rules. On the other hand, a few people who have written about Theodora and Justinian and view them in a positive light are Steven Runciman, Harold Lamb, and McDougal-Little. They feel Theodora had immense power, was strong, and was a remarkable courageous woman. Even with different opinions on Theodora, it can be seen by anyone that her actions prove she was a passionate person. Due to these reasons, it is clear that Theodora was a passionate woman in various areas including politics, power, people’s rights, and