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Jefimija (Euphemia)
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Jelena Mrnjavčević
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| Occupation | Nun |
| Nationality | Medieval Serbian |
| Notable works | Royal doors curtain of Hilandar; covering of Prince Lazar's Ark |
| Years active | 14th century |
| Spouse | Uglješa Mrnjavčević |
| Relatives | Vojihna (father) |
Jefimija (Serbian Cyrillic: Јефимија 1349–1405), secular name Jelena Mrnjavčević (Serbian Cyrillic: Јелена Мрњавчевић or), daughter of Vojihna and widow of Jovan Uglješa Mrnjavčević, is considered the first female Serbian poet. Her Lament for a Dead Son and Encomium of Prince Lazar are famous in the canon of medieval Serbian literature.
Legacy
She is included in The 100 most prominent Serbs.
See also
In Spanish: Jefimija para niños
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