Who was Trdat of Iberia?
Q: Who was Trdat of Iberia?
A: Trdat was a king of Iberia (Kartli, eastern Georgia) from c. 394 to 406.
Q: What dynasty did Trdat belong to?
A: Trdat belonged to the Chosroid Dynasty.
Q: Who was Trdat's father?
A: According to Georgian chronicles, Trdat's father was Rev, son of Mirian III, the first Christian king of Iberia.
Q: Who succeeded Trdat as king of Iberia?
A: Trdat was succeeded by his relative and son-in-law, Varaz-Bakur II.
Q: Did Trdat have to pay tribute to any other empire?
A: Yes, Trdat was forced to pay tribute to the Sasanids of Iran.
Q: What is Trdat credited with building?
A: Trdat is credited with the construction of churches at Rustavi and Nekresi.
Q: What is Trdat praised for in the Georgian chronicles?
A: Trdat is praised for his piety in the Georgian chronicles.
