What is the meaning of "Porphyrogenitus"?
Born in the Purple
Emperor
Son of Leo
Agronomist
Answer
"Born in the Purple" refers to "Porphyrogenitus," a term used in the Byzantine Empire to describe a child born to an emperor while he was reigning. The purple chamber, where the emperor's bed was located, was draped in purple curtains, hence the term "Born in the Purple." This distinction held significant political and ceremonial importance, as it denoted the child's legitimacy and right to the throne.
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