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Theodora: A Modern Empress of the Ancient World

Theodora: A Modern Empress of the Ancient World

by: Patricia Jonik Stein Though she arguably was the most famous, Cleopatra was not the only fascinating and powerful woman from the ancient world. The adage that behind every powerful man, there is an equally powerful woman was certainly true of Justinian, Emperor of Byzantium during the 6th century. His wife, Theodora, wore many different hats throughout her lifetime. She was a feminist, an actress, an acrobat, a religious zealot, a mistress, a wife, a mother and most importantly, an…

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Elizabeth, Rebecca and Dorothea: Pioneers in Medicine

Elizabeth, Rebecca and Dorothea: Pioneers in Medicine

by: Lauren Jonik Every week, we’ll be shining a light on women from history that you should know about. History is not just about the past—it is a lens through which we can examine and better understand the present day human experience. The struggles to have our basic needs met, to live meaningful lives, to be emotionally and spiritually fulfilled, to feel connected to others and to discover our own resilience and beauty are common to all people throughout all…

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