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Theophanes the Branded

775 – 845

Byzantine monk and composer

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About Theophanes the Branded

Lived 775 – 845 (aged 69–70). Theophanes the Branded was a Byzantine monk.

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Important facts

Born
775, Palestine
Birth century
8th century
Died
845, Nicaea
Occupation
Monk
Nationality
Byzantine Empire
Also known as
Theophanes Graptos, Theophanes Graptus

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Theophanes the Branded?

Byzantine monk and composer (775-845)

When was Theophanes the Branded born?

Theophanes the Branded was born in 775 in Palestine.

When did Theophanes the Branded die?

Theophanes the Branded died in 845 in Nicaea.

What was Theophanes the Branded's occupation?

Theophanes the Branded was a monk.

What nationality was Theophanes the Branded?

Theophanes the Branded was Byzantine.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Theophanes the Branded

· Wikidata: Q7782265

· DBpedia: Theophanes the Branded

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