Codex Theodosianus

The Codex Theodosianus, or Theodosian Code, is a collection of laws and legal principles established by the Roman Emperor Theodosius II in the 5th century. It organized and compiled earlier imperial decrees and judicial decisions, serving as a comprehensive legal guide for the Roman Empire. The code aimed to standardize laws across the empire and address issues of governance, morality, and administration. Its establishment marked a significant effort in legal reform and preservation of Roman law, influencing later legal systems and providing insight into the social and political climate of the late Roman Empire.