Primul domnitor martir din Țările Române. A renunțat de bunăvoie la tron, în prima domnie. Sfârșit tragic • Newsweek România

Miron Barnovschi, the first martyr ruler of the Romanian Principalities, renounced the throne voluntarily but returned under pressure from the boyars, leading to his tragic fate. He was executed for refusing to convert to Islam, becoming a symbol of Christian faith. His reign marked a period of prosperity and cultural development in Moldavia, including the establishment of the first legal code. Despite his contributions, Barnovschi faced political intrigue and was ultimately arrested and decapitated in 1633. His remains were initially buried in Constantinople but were later returned to Moldavia by Vasile Lupu. Archaeological findings suggest his grave may be in Iași.