The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Amina bint Wahb
Also known as Amina, Emina
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 225
Amina bint Wahb is a supporting character in The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Book 1).
- Gender
- female
- Age
- Adult at time of marriage
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 225
- Books
- 1
Amina bint Wahb belonged to the noble race of the Zahrites and was of Jewish birth, making her a woman of distinguished ancestry in the complex tribal society of pre-Islamic Arabia. Her marriage would produce one of history's most influential figures, though her own story speaks to the diverse cultural and religious influences that shaped the world into which her son would be born.
Description
A young woman of noble bearing with the elegant features typical of Middle Eastern aristocracy, her dark hair modestly covered according to the customs of her time. She wears fine clothing appropriate to her status as a member of the Zahrite race, the quality and style of her garments reflecting both her noble birth and her Jewish ancestry. Her presence carries the quiet dignity of someone whose lineage carries significant weight in her society.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
Appearances
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