Maria of Antioch was a historical figure known for her role in the Byzantine Empire. She was born around the 12th century and became the wife of Baldwin II of Jerusalem, a king of the Crusader state. Her marriage helped strengthen ties between the Crusader states and the Byzantine Empire. Maria was the daughter of Baldwin I of Jerusalem and Morphia of Melitene. She played a significant role in the political landscape of her time, navigating the complexities of alliances and conflicts during the Crusades. Her lineage connected her to both the Byzantine and Crusader worlds.