The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Diodorus of Antioch
Also known as Diodorus, Count Diodorus, Diodorus of Tarsus
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 94
Diodorus of Antioch is a minor character in The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 94
- Books
- 1
Diodorus of Antioch worked tirelessly as a devout layman attached to the Nicene faith, collaborating with Flavianus to introduce psalmody to the churches of Antioch. His obsequious demeanor served him well in official positions, though it also led to his being dragged in chains to public prison. Despite persecution, his principles continued to influence monastic communities throughout Egypt and the Eastern church.
Description
A devout Roman layman of Antioch, his earnest features and dark hair reflecting both his faith and his Eastern Mediterranean origins. He wears simple but respectable clothing appropriate for his dual role as church musician and official functionary, carrying himself with the careful demeanor of one who must balance devotion with political necessity.
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)
Appearances
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