Nomina regum catolicorum Legionensium facts for kids
The Nomina regum catolicorum Legionensium is a very old list from the Middle Ages. Its name means "Names of the Catholic Kings of León" in Latin. This important document lists the kings who ruled the Kingdom of Asturias and later the Kingdom of León. It starts with Pelagius, who was one of the first leaders, and goes up to Ramiro II. You can find this list in two famous old books called the Codex Vigilanus and the Codex Rotensis. People believe it was put together around the year 929 or 931.
What is the Nomina Regum?
The Nomina regum catolicorum Legionensium is like a historical record. It helps us understand the order of kings in early medieval Spain. These kings played a big part in shaping the kingdoms of Asturias and León. These kingdoms were important during a time when Christian rulers were expanding their territories.
The List of Kings
This ancient list names the rulers in order. It gives us a peek into who was in charge during those times. Here are the kings mentioned in the Nomina:
- Pelagius, who was the son of Veremund and grandson of King Roderic of Toledo. He was the first to enter the rough mountains near the cave of Aseuba.
- Then came his son, Fafila.
- After him, Adefonsus, who was Pelagius's son-in-law.
- Next was Froila, Adefonsus's brother.
- Then Aurelio.
- After Aurelio, Adefonsus the Chaste, who founded the city of Oviedo.
- Then Nepotianus, a relative of King Adefonsus.
- After Nepotianus, Ranimiro.
- Then his son, Ordonius, who defeated Albailda.
- Next, his son Adefonsus, who defeated the Ebrellos.
- And after him, his son Garsea.
- Then Ordonius.
- Then his brother, Froila.
- After him, his son Adefonsus.
- And then Santius, son of Ordonius.
- Next, Adefonsus, who gave up his kingdom and turned to the Lord.
- Finally, his brother Ranemirus. There are sixteen kings listed in total.
See also
In Spanish: Nómina leonesa para niños
