136. Empress Theodora: From the Brothel to the Throne
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Theodora's Tumultuous Journey
This chapter chronicles the early life of Theodora, revealing her challenging upbringing and the struggles her family faced after her father's death. It follows her descent into prostitution as a means of survival, leading to a significant life transformation through spiritual discovery and her eventual connection with Justinian. The chapter explores themes of ambition, societal pressures, and the evolving relationship dynamics as they navigate their rise to power in the Byzantine Empire.
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