The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Arsenius Autorianus
Also known as patriarch Arsenius
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 275
There is something both commanding and austere in his presence, as if spiritual authority flows naturally from his very being. His eyes hold the depth of one who has chosen a life of simplicity and devotion over worldly comfort.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Elderly during events
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 275
- Books
- 1
Arsenius Autorianus served as Patriarch of Constantinople and guardian to the young John Lascaris. His excommunication of Michael VIII led to his exile, yet he maintained his spiritual authority to the end, earning three pieces of gold by transcribing psalms while refusing to compromise his principles.
Description
An elderly patriarch with white hair and beard, wearing simple patriarchal robes that reflect his ascetic lifestyle. His gaunt features and dignified bearing convey both spiritual authority and the humility of one who has chosen devotion over comfort.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
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