The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Ulfilas
Also known as Wulfila, Ulphilas, Bishop Ulfilas
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 161
A man whose quiet dedication radiates from his bearing, his scholarly presence suggesting depths of learning and spiritual commitment. There's something almost luminous about his patient, methodical manner.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult during events
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 161
- Books
- 1
Ulfilas served as bishop and apostle to the Goths, his life's work the translation of the Bible into their native tongue. He created a new Gothic alphabet and twice served as minister of peace at the Eastern court, his blameless life and indefatigable zeal earning him the love and reverence of his people.
Description
Ulfilas presents as an adult male of scholarly build, wearing simple ecclesiastical robes appropriate to his station as bishop. His gentle demeanor reflects both his role as translator of scripture and his function as minister of peace between Gothic and Roman worlds.
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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