The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Theophilus the Indian
Also known as Bishop Theophilus, Archbishop Theophilus, Theophilus of Alexandria
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 87
A man of dual heritage whose presence bridges Eastern and Western worlds, carrying the weight of both his Indian origins and Roman education in his bearing and manner.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 87
- Books
- 1
Theophilus the Indian serves as ambassador, bishop, and missionary, rising to fill the archiepiscopal throne of Alexandria where his bold actions and pious zeal against the worship of Serapis mark his tenure. His influence extends to his nephew, who absorbs orthodox lessons of zeal and dominion under his guidance before his death expands the younger man's ambitions.
Description
A man of Indian extraction with darker skin tones and features shaped by both his heritage and Roman education, wearing the elaborate robes of an archbishop. His presence combines Eastern origins with Byzantine ecclesiastical authority, marked by the distinctive blend of cultures that defines his character.
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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