Description: (Roman jurist)
Ulpian, a Roman jurist from Tyre, Roman Syria, made significant contributions to legal scholarship in ancient Rome. He was known for his influential expertise and was considered a prominent legal authority in Rome. His opinions were highly valued and played a crucial role in legal decisions as outlined in the Law of Citations of Valentinian III. Ulpian's substantial contributions can be seen in the Justinian Digest, where he provided a significant portion of its content.