Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Constantine I
Proper noun
/ˈkɒnstəntaɪn/
Definition
Constantine I was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 306 to 337 AD and is best known for being the first Christian emperor.
Examples
- Constantine I is often referred to as Constantine the Great.
- He convened the First Council of Nicaea in 325 AD.
- Constantine I moved the capital of the Roman Empire to Byzantium, renaming it Constantinople.
Meaning
He played a significant role in the spread of Christianity and the establishment of the Eastern Roman Empire.
Synonyms
- Constantine the Great
- Eastern Roman Emperor
