The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Paula of Rome
Also known as Devout Paula, Saint Paula, Paula the widow
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 137
There's a quiet strength in this noblewoman who has chosen to turn away from the honors her birth might have secured. Her presence suggests someone who has found purpose beyond the expectations of her class.
- Gender
- female
- Age
- adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 137
- Books
- 1
Paula of Rome inherited the temporal honors of Roman nobility only to deliberately set them aside in favor of a life of devotion. Her contribution of three hundred pounds of silver to Christian causes demonstrated the depth of her commitment, while her founding of institutions in Bethlehem created lasting centers of religious life. As mother of Eustochium, she passed on both her faith and her dedication to a new generation of Christian women.
Description
Paula appears as a middle-aged Roman noblewoman whose pale skin and modestly arranged dark hair reflect both her aristocratic origins and her choice of simplicity. She wears well-made but unostentatious clothing appropriate to a devout widow, her slender build suggesting someone who has chosen restraint over indulgence. Her expression carries both gentleness and determination, while modest jewelry hints at her noble background without display.
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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