Gay roman emperors

The primary dichotomy of ancient Roman sexuality was active / dominant / masculine and passive / submissive / feminine. Roman society was patriarchal, and the freeborn male citizen possessed political liberty (libertas) and the right to rule both himself and his household (familia). Step into the captivating world of Gay Roman Emperors – a historical tapestry woven with intrigue, passion, and political finesse.

We unravel the remarkable tales of three iconic rulers: Trajan, Hadrian, and Elagabalus. All the first emperors of the so-called Julio-Claudian dynasty could have been classified as LGBT if contemporary sources and later writers are to be believed: Emperor Augustus: The first acknowledged emperor of Rome is well-known for his tough laws on adultery and promiscuity.

Some historical sources say that Emperor Nero was married three times: twice as a bride (with the liberated Pythagoras and with an unknown person), and the third as the groom (with Sporus). Sporus was a Roman boy who liked Emperor Nero because he reminded him of his late wife Poppaea Sabina. Two Roman emperors (Emperor Nero and Emperor Elagabalus) even married men.

Emperor Nero ( CE) was notorious regarding his gay relationships because he was not only an active partner but also a passive partner. In 64 CE, Nero married Pythagoras, with Nero as the bride.

gay emperors

The ancient history of Italy during the Roman Empire. For hundreds of years, Italy dominated most of Europe and beyond. Vanity was commonplace, and some men loved to use make up and use perfume in abundance. And they went further: symbolically, they married each other and, in some cases, offered a dowry to their future husband.

After his death, Hadrian married Sabina, but he was admittedly gay. One cannot fail to mention the emperor Nero, either; his reign was associated with tyranny and extravagance, and for this reason he was considered the most eccentric of emperors. After the death of his wife Poppaea, he married Sporus, a court eunuch, bestowing upon him the honours of an empress. At the same time, Nero had a husband, Pythagoras, and considered himself a woman.

The influence of doctors, philosophers, politicians and religious leaders induced a certain sexual abstinence and this, in addition to mounting socio-economic factors, signalled the fall of the Roman Empire. Italy plunged into an obscure and confusing period and lost the important footing it had enjoyed for centuries. In the 14th and 15th century, a new era begam: The Renaissance.

And although there was still scrutiny about private matters and sexuality, this transitional period was marked by the sophistication of cultural events and intellectual movements, all of which are masterfully represented in the form of paintings, sculptures and poetry. The emerging art and philosophy were inspired by Roman Antiquity, but its inspirers and leaders were no longer the emperors, kings or princes, but rather the artists and poets who produced powerful and influential works, still admired today.

The two greatest artists of that time were Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. Leonardo moved to Florence as a young man and fell in love with the study of art, science and culture. He was also known to have countless romances with boys his age, which ended up costing him a few months in prison. Leonardo was considered a genius and his work is recognised the world over to this day.

Michelangelo Buonarroti had a lot in common with Leonardo da Vinci, including his bisexuality. His male nudes, both in sculptures and paintings, are among the most beautiful and perfect in Renaissance history. Michelangelo died at the age of 89, devastating his long-time companion Tommaso Cavaliere. The sculpture of David is the crowning example of Renaissance work and universally admired today.

The grand marble statue presents the ideal physical male form as interpreted by Michelangelo. He has lived in England for more than 20 years, where he also studied translation and interpretation at Goldsmiths College. He is responsible for the production of "Minhoca", a magazine written specifically for members of the LGBT community and friends.

He is currently studying Braille in London; a course that presents considerable challenge. Health and Wellbeing: the dynamics of swimming Right royal days out. The ancient history of Italy during the Roman Empire For hundreds of years, Italy dominated most of Europe and beyond.