The Codex Theodosianus, a collection of edicts of Roman law, is published. Relics of John Chrysostom are transported to Constantinople. Aelia Eudocia, wife of Theodosius II, goes on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, bringing back with her holy relics to prove her faith.
Conflict & Security
In the Gothic War (436-439) besieges Flavius Aetius over the Visigoths in the Battle of Mons Colubrarius.source
The last gladiatorial fights are held in the Colosseum in Rome.source
Science & Discovery
Relics of John Chrysostom are transported to Constantinople.source
Health & Medicine
King Hermeric of the Suebic Kingdom of Galicia is forced to retire after a seven-year illness. He hands the government over to his son Rechila.source
Crime & Justice
Emperor Theodosius II forbids the divulging of secrets of naval carpentry, probably to avoid its spread to the rising Vandal power in North Africa.source
Culture & Society
February 15 – The Codex Theodosianus, a collection of edicts of Roman law, is published.source
Aelia Eudocia, wife of Theodosius II, goes on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, bringing back with her holy relics to prove her faith.source
Births
Basina, queen of Thuringia (approximate date)source