Tribonianus

Tribonianus, a very eminent Roman jurist of the 6th century, of Macedonian parentage, but born in Paphlagonia. He held under the Emperor Justinian the offices of quæstor, master of the imperial household, and consul. But he is famous chiefly through his labours in connection with the Code (q.v.) of Justinian (q.v.) and the Pandects. Tribonianus died in 545.