What was Elagabalus's birth name?
Sextus Varius Avitus Bassianus
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus
Julius Ceasar
Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus
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Elagabalus was born as Sextus Varius Avitus Bassianus, but he later changed his name to Elagabalus after the god he worshipped. Elagabalus was a Roman emperor who ruled from 218 to 222 AD. He was a controversial figure who was known for his lavish lifestyle and his religious beliefs. He was eventually assassinated by members of the Praetorian Guard.
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