JOURNAL ARTICLE

U.K. Museum Says Roman Emperor Was a Trans Woman.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 18 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Burga, Solcyre 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the North Hertfordshire Museum's decision to refer to the Roman emperor Elagabalus, who ruled from 218 to 222 AD, using she/her pronouns, identifying Elagabalus as a transgender woman. This decision was influenced by classical texts, particularly a statement attributed to Elagabalus by historian Cassius Dio, which suggests the emperor preferred female pronouns. While some experts support the museum's stance, citing historical evidence of Elagabalus's gender identity, others caution against applying modern gender categories to ancient figures, noting that interpretations of Elagabalus's identity are complex and debated. The museum also features a coin of Elagabalus in its LGBTQ+ collection. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/11, p18
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:173891712
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