The dynasty of Theodosius, or, eighty years' struggle with the barbariansNote 42 — LECTURE II. The Roman and the Teuton. Comparison of the Political and Social Condition of the Empire and its German Neighbours.Reading editionThiudans is the Gothic word for ‘King.’◇Copy noteReturn to LECTURE II. The Roman and the Teuton. Comparison of the Political and Social Condition of the Empire and its German Neighbours.