Manuel I Komnenos
Byzantine Emperor
1118 — 1180
Quick Facts
Profession
Byzantine Emperor
Born
December 5, 1118
Died
1180 (age ~62)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
emperor
Byzantine EmpireBorn in ConstantinopleDied in Constantinople
1118
Born in Constantinople (1118-12-05)
1143
PositionByzantine emperor (1143–1180)
1180
Died in Constantinople
About
Manuel I Komnenos was a Byzantine emperor of the 12th century who reigned over a crucial turning point in the history of Byzantium and the Mediterranean. His reign saw the last flowering of the Komnenian restoration, during which the Byzantine Empire experienced a resurgence of military and economic power and enjoyed a cultural revival.
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Who is Manuel I Komnenos?+
Manuel I Komnenos was a Byzantine emperor of the 12th century who reigned over a crucial turning point in the history of Byzantium and the Mediterranean. His reign saw the last flowering of the Komnenian restoration, during which the Byzantine Empire experienced a resurgence of military and economic
What does the name Manuel mean?+
The name Manuel means "male given name (Μανουήλ)". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Manuel I Komnenos born?+
Manuel I Komnenos was born on December 5, 1118.
When did Manuel I Komnenos die?+
Manuel I Komnenos died in 1180, at approximately 62 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Μανουήλ)
The name Manuel is of Spanish origin, meaning "male given name (Μανουήλ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Manuel — December 5, 1118
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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— an admirer
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