Why is Theodora important in history? What influence did she have on her time and place or in history in general? Describe negative and positive influences.

Theodora, a 6th-century byzantine empress married to emperor Justinian i, is remembered for being one of the most powerful women in byzantine history. she used her power and influence to promote religious and social policies hat were important to her. she was one of the first rulers to recognized the rights of women.