The later Empire
Helena
She was Constantine’s mother and a famous traveler.
Years. About AD 248 to AD 330
We are not sure. Her birth year is approximate. The story of finding the True Cross is uncertain legend.
Three short facts
- 1She came from a humble background.
- 2Her son became emperor.
- 3Stories say she visited places linked to Jesus.
The story
Helena rose from obscurity because her son Constantine won an empire.
In old age she traveled east.
Christians later honored her deeply.
She used money for churches and for people who were poor.