Michael III
Byzantine emperor from 842 to 867
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Summary
Michael III was born on January 9, 840[1], in Constantinople[2]. He died on September 25, 867[3], in Constantinople[4]. He worked as an emperor[5]. He ranks in the top 0.69% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (3,178 views/month, #6,897 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Church of the Holy Apostles[7]
- Father: Theophilos[8]
- Mother: Theodora[9]
- Spouse: Eudokia Dekapolitissa[10]
- Child: Stephen I of Constantinople[11], Leo VI the Wise[12]
- Country of citizenship: Byzantine Empire[13]
- Position held: Byzantine emperor[14]
- Religion or worldview: Eastern Orthodoxy[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Family: Amorian dynasty[17]
- Commons category: Michael III[18]
- Given name: Michael[19]
- Topic's main category: Category:Michael III[20]
- Commons gallery: Μιχαήλ Γ΄ ο Μέθυσος[21]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[22], Small Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[23], New Encyclopedic Dictionary[24], Armenian Soviet Encyclopedia, vol. 7[25]
- Name in native language: Μιχαήλ Γ΄ ο Μέθυσος[26]
- Sibling: Maria[27], Anastasia[28], Constantine[29], Thekla[30], Pulcheria[31], Anna[32]
Why It Matters
Michael III has Wikipedia articles in 27 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[33] He is known by 54 alternative names across languages and contexts.[34]
FAQs
Where was Michael III born?
Michael III was born in Constantinople[2].
Where did Michael III die?
Michael III died in Constantinople[4].
Who were Michael III's parents?
Michael III's father was Theophilos[8]. Michael III's mother was Theodora[9].
Who was Michael III married to?
Michael III's spouses include Eudokia Dekapolitissa[10].
What did Michael III do for work?
Michael III worked as an emperor[5].